| MATCHUP | Delaware State Hornets | St. Joseph's Hawks |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 4-8 | 6-4 |
| Where | Michael J. Hagan '85 Arena, Philadelphia, PA | |
| When | Thursday, December 18, 2025 | |
| Time | 07:00 PM EST | |
| TV | ESPN+ | |
The Delaware State Hornets and Saint Joseph’s Hawks meet Thursday in the college basketball action at the Michael J. Hagan ’85 Arena. Here’s a Delaware State vs St. Joseph’s Prediction. This article will include a Delaware State vs St. Joseph’s Pick.
Delaware State Hornets Betting Preview
The Delaware State Hornets beat Delaware and Longwood, and they play Rutgers next. Delaware State has split its last 8 games.
The Delaware State Hornets are averaging 60.1 points on 37.4 percent shooting and allowing 72.9 points on 49.5 percent shooting. Ponce James is averaging 13.6 points and 2.9 rebounds, while Ademar Santos is averaging 9.3 points and 3 rebounds. Zion Bethea is grabbing 3.5 rebounds and Camian Shell is dishing 1.5 assists. The Delaware State Hornets are shooting 29.6 percent from beyond the arc and 67.1 percent from the free throw line. The Delaware State Hornets are allowing 38.6 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 30 rebounds per game.
Saint Joseph’s Hawks Betting Preview
The Saint Joseph’s Hawks beat Coppin State, lost to Syracuse, and they play Coastal Carolina next. Saint Joseph’s has won 4 of its last 5 games.
The Saint Joseph’s Hawks are averaging 75.9 points on 42.3 percent shooting and allowing 74.1 points on 42.3 percent shooting. Deuce Jones is averaging 15.8 points and 4.3 rebounds, while Jaiden Glover-Toscano is averaging 13.6 points and 4.7 rebounds. Derek Simpson is the third double-digit scorer and Dasear Haskins is grabbing 5.1 rebounds. The Saint Joseph’s Hawks are shooting 27.3 percent from beyond the arc and 79.4 percent from the free throw line. The Saint Joseph’s Hawks are allowing 33 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 37.8 rebounds per game.
Why the Saint Joseph’s Hawks will win
- Saint Joseph’s has won 10 of its last 11 games at Michael J. Hagan Arena against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- Delaware State has lost eight of its last nine road games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- Saint Joseph’s has won the first half in each of its last five night games at Michael J. Hagan Arena.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Saint Joseph’s’ last four games against non-AP-ranked opponents at Michael J. Hagan Arena have produced a total of 141+ points.
- Five of Delaware State’s last six road games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 138 or fewer points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Saint Joseph’s ranks 16th among Division 1 teams for opponent free throw percentage this season (65.2%).
- Saint Joseph’s ranks T26th among Division 1 teams for blocks per game this season (5.2).
- Delaware State ranks 362nd among Division 1 teams for effective field goal percentage this season (43.0%).
- Delaware State ranks 360th among Division 1 teams for offensive rating this season (90.6).
Delaware State vs St. Joseph’s Prediction
I’m not excited to lay this massive number with a St. Joseph’s team that’s 3-6 ATS on the season. St. Joseph’s is also coming off a game against Syracuse, which creates a letdown spot. However, Delaware State has been getting drilled on the road all year and is 2-5-1 ATS. Delaware State also lacks difference makers on the offensive side and is often outmatched. St. Joseph’s has a handful of guys who can go get a bucket. Delaware State just doesn’t with just one double-digit scorer on the season. There’s a decent gap in talent. So, it’s St. Joseph’s in a blowout or pass for me.