Buffalo Bulls Edge Vermont Catamounts in Thrilling Finish
Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 6:30 PM ET · Broadview Arena
Buffalo Bulls 94, Vermont Catamounts 90, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Vermont Catamounts vs Buffalo Bulls?
Buffalo Bulls beat Vermont Catamounts 94-90 at Broadview Arena on November 18, 2025.
In a closely contested matchup, the Buffalo Bulls triumphed over the Vermont Catamounts with a final score of 94-90 at Broadview Arena. This victory marked an important moment for the Bulls, who improved their home record to 6-0 this season, while the Catamounts fell to 4-2 away from home.
The game was characterized by a back-and-forth battle, with both teams showcasing their scoring capabilities. Buffalo, despite a recent streak of two losses, managed to find their rhythm, averaging 75.0 points over their last five games while allowing 82.6. In contrast, Vermont had been performing well, with an 8-2 record in their last ten games leading up to this fixture, averaging 70.9 points and allowing only 62.9.
In their previous meetings, the teams had split their matchups, with Buffalo winning the most recent encounter 94-90, while Vermont had secured a victory in their earlier meeting 78-67. The historical context added an extra layer of intensity to this game, as both teams sought to establish dominance in their rivalry.
In terms of injuries, both teams were relatively healthy, which allowed them to field their strongest lineups. This was crucial, as the depth and talent on both sides were on full display throughout the game.
The market had Buffalo as the favorite, reflecting their strong home performance. The Bulls' win probability was listed at 1.0, indicating a strong expectation of victory among bettors. This was supported by their impressive home record and the recent form of both teams.
Conditions in Broadview Arena were favorable for a high-scoring affair, and the atmosphere was electric as fans rallied behind the Bulls. The game featured several critical scoring plays in the second half, including multiple free throws from Ryan Sabol, who played a pivotal role in sealing the victory for Buffalo. His contributions included key free throws that pushed the Bulls' lead to 94-90 in the closing moments.
As the game progressed, viewers were treated to a showcase of skill and determination. The Bulls' ability to execute under pressure, combined with Vermont's relentless pursuit, made for a thrilling finish that kept fans on the edge of their seats. Ultimately, Buffalo's home advantage and strategic plays in the final moments secured their victory, setting the stage for what could be an exciting season ahead.
Leaders
- PointsDaniel Freitag33Buffalo Bulls
- AssistsRyan Sabol5Buffalo Bulls
- ReboundsDaniel Freitag4Buffalo Bulls
- PointsTJ Hurley24Vermont Catamounts
- AssistsSean Blake8Vermont Catamounts
- ReboundsTJ Hurley7Vermont Catamounts
Recent form
Buffalo Bulls
Last 10: 3-7Streak L273.4 scored · 77.4 allowed per game1-3 at home
- L70-73at Akron ZipsMar 12
- L78-99at Toledo RocketsMar 7
- W72-67vs Eastern Michigan EaglesMar 3
- L70-75vs Central Michigan ChippewasFeb 28
- L85-99at Akron ZipsFeb 25
- W86-82at Massachusetts MinutemenFeb 21
- L70-72vs Northern Illinois HuskiesFeb 17
- W63-53at Ball State CardinalsFeb 12
- L69-81at South Alabama JaguarsFeb 7
- L71-73vs Miami (OH) RedHawksFeb 3
Vermont Catamounts
Last 10: 8-2Streak L170.9 scored · 62.9 allowed per game2-2 away
- L59-74at UMBC RetrieversMar 14
- W63-54vs NJIT HighlandersMar 10
- W77-57vs Bryant BulldogsMar 7
- W69-56vs UAlbany Great DanesMar 4
- W66-64vs UMass Lowell River HawksFeb 27
- W70-64at NJIT HighlandersFeb 22
- L62-75at UMBC RetrieversFeb 19
- W90-63vs Bryant BulldogsFeb 14
- W73-65at Binghamton BearcatsFeb 12
- W80-57vs New Hampshire WildcatsFeb 7
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| UMBC | 24-9 | - | 14-2 |
| Vermont | 22-12 | 2 | 12-4 |
| NJIT | 16-17 | 4 | 10-6 |
| UMass Lowell | 15-18 | 5 | 9-7 |
| UAlbany | 11-21 | 7 | 7-9 |
| Maine | 8-24 | 8 | 6-10 |
| New Hampshire | 9-21 | 9 | 5-11 |
| Bryant | 9-22 | 9 | 5-11 |
| Binghamton | 8-23 | 10 | 4-12 |
| Miami (OH) | 32-2 | - | 18-0 |
| Akron | 29-6 | 1 | 17-1 |
| Kent State | 24-10 | 4 | 14-4 |
| Toledo | 19-15 | 7 | 11-7 |
| Bowling Green | 18-14 | 9 | 9-9 |
| Ohio | 15-17 | 9 | 9-9 |
| Buffalo | 17-15 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Massachusetts | 17-16 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Ball State | 12-19 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Central Michigan | 10-21 | 12 | 6-12 |
| Western Michigan | 10-21 | 14 | 4-14 |
| Eastern Michigan | 10-21 | 14 | 4-14 |
| Northern Illinois | 9-21 | 10 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Vermont Catamounts | Buffalo Bulls |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-55 | 27-53 |
| Field goal % | 55 | 51 |
| Three-pointers | 12-25 | 9-23 |
| Three-point % | 48 | 39 |
| Free throws | 18-22 | 31-37 |
| Free throw % | 82 | 84 |
| Rebounds | 30 | 28 |
| Offensive rebounds | 5 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 22 |
| Assists | 23 | 15 |
| Steals | 6 | 8 |
| Blocks | 3 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 16 |
| Fast-break points | 14 | 19 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 34 |
| Fouls | 26 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 6 | 9 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half61-61Angelo Brizzi made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-62Angelo Brizzi made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-62Jackson Skipper made Layup. Assisted by Sean Blake.
- 2nd Half63-65Noah Batchelor made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Angelo Brizzi.
- 2nd Half65-65Gus Yalden made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half65-68Daniel Freitag made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ryan Sabol.
- 2nd Half65-71Daniel Freitag made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half65-72Daniel Freitag made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-73Daniel Freitag made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-74Daniel Freitag made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-74TJ Hurley made Jumper.
- 2nd Half67-76Tim Oboh made Dunk. Assisted by Daniel Freitag.
- 2nd Half68-76Noah Barnett made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-76Noah Barnett made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-77Daniel Freitag made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-78Daniel Freitag made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-78TJ Hurley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-78TJ Hurley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-78TJ Hurley made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Sean Blake.
- 2nd Half76-78Sean Blake made Layup. Assisted by Jackson Skipper.
- 2nd Half76-80Daniel Freitag made Jumper.
- 2nd Half79-80Momo Nkugwa made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Sean Blake.
- 2nd Half79-82Daniel Freitag made Jumper.
- 2nd Half80-82TJ Long made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half81-82TJ Long made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half81-84Angelo Brizzi made Layup. Assisted by Ryan Sabol.
- 2nd Half81-86Ryan Sabol made Layup.
- 2nd Half83-86Gus Yalden made Layup. Assisted by TJ Hurley.
- 2nd Half83-88Daniel Freitag made Layup.
- 2nd Half84-88TJ Hurley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half85-88TJ Hurley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half86-88TJ Hurley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half86-89Ryan Sabol made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half86-90Ryan Sabol made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half88-90Sean Blake made Layup.
- 2nd Half88-91Ryan Sabol made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half88-92Ryan Sabol made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half90-92Sean Blake made Layup. Assisted by Ben Johnson.
- 2nd Half90-93Ryan Sabol made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half90-94Ryan Sabol made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Buffalo Bulls, below favours Vermont Catamounts.
Venue
- Broadview ArenaBuffalo, NY
- Attendance1466
- OfficialsJosh White, Michael Griffith, Sutton Simon
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