The Towson Tigers are set to face off against the Sacred Heart Pioneers on December 22, 2025, at SECU Arena in Towson, Maryland, with the game being broadcasted live on ESPN+. Currently, Towson holds a 6-5 record while Sacred Heart comes in at 4-7.
In their last outing, the Pioneers suffered a close defeat to UMass Lowell, ending the game at 87-82. Sacred Heart demonstrated strong shooting skills, finishing with a 49.2% shooting rate from the field and a notable 42.4% from three-point territory, hitting 14 of 33 attempts. They also performed well at the free-throw line, with an 72.7% success rate. Despite these positive stats, Sacred Heart struggled on defense, allowing UMass Lowell to shoot 45.2% overall. The standout player for Sacred Heart was Nyle Ralph-Beyer, who scored 28 points on 69.2% shooting.
With an average of 77.6 points per game, the Pioneers exhibit a balanced offensive strategy but are hindered by a higher turnover rate of 13.8 per game and considerable personal fouls, averaging 16.0 per game. On the defensive side, they need to tighten up, currently ranked poorly for points allowed and assists given up throughout the season.
On the other hand, the Towson Tigers are coming off a tough game against Kansas, where they faced a significant defeat, losing 73-49. Their shooting woes were evident as they ended the game with only 27.5% from the field and 12.5% from three-point range. Notable in this matchup was Dylan Williamson, who led the Tigers with 19 points but struggled to contribute further, registering no assists.
Towson has been scoring at a rate of 68.4 points per game but has shown challenges with their shooting efficiency, ranking low at 42.6% from the floor. Combining their offensive struggles with inconsistencies on the defensive end, where they allow 68.6 points per game, the Tigers will need to rally if they hope to secure a victory against the Pioneers.
As both teams look to bounce back, this matchup presents a critical opportunity for each to build momentum. With the Tigers aiming to leverage their home-court advantage, fans can expect a competitive game filled with resilience from both sides as they seek to improve their standings this season.