No. 24 Saint Louis (17-1, 5-0 Atlantic 10) will take on Duquesne (10-8, 2-3 Atlantic 10) on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. This exciting match will be held at UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.
Fans can catch the game on ESPN+ featuring Tim Benz and Ellis Cannon in the commentary booth, while the radio broadcast will be available on 104.7 HD2 and iHeartRadio with Ray Goss and Darren Zaslau.
Saint Louis enters the game fresh off their first appearance in the Top 25 this season, now holding the No. 24 spot in the Associated Press rankings and also being ranked 23rd in the USA Today Coaches Poll. The Billikens boast a potent offense, leading the Atlantic 10 in scoring at 91.7 points per game and field goal percentage at 51.9%.
Duquesne, on the other hand, is coming off a much-needed victory against Fordham, overcoming a three-game losing streak with a solid 74-63 win. In that game, their junior guard was a standout, scoring 19 points, 14 of which came in the second half, along with five rebounds and four assists, while redshirt senior guard contributed 16 points. This game also highlights the Dukes’ impressive offensive capabilities, ranking fourth in scoring offense within the Atlantic 10 at 84.4 points per game.
Both teams feature standout individual performances, with Duquesne’s Guinyard leading the A-10 in assists and placing sixth in scoring, while senior forward Dixon provides a solid defensive presence, sitting second in blocks in the conference.
The Dukes’ matchup history with the Billikens offers a competitive edge, holding a 19-18 all-time series lead, having won six of the past ten encounters. Their last meeting resulted in a close overtime loss for Duquesne, and they will be seeking redemption on their home turf.
As Duquesne celebrates its 110th year of basketball, the team is determined to continue building on its program’s legacy. The Dukes will face a challenging path ahead, traveling to Loyola Chicago following the game against Saint Louis, but with their recent win against Fordham, they appear poised to contend against ranked opponents.
With two high-scoring offenses clashing, fans can expect an adrenaline-filled matchup. The game promises to be a showcase of talent as both teams look to assert their dominance in this competitive Atlantic 10 season.