- Matchup: Loyola Ramblers vs Saint Louis Billikens
- Event Date: Wednesday, March 4, 2026
- Venue: Chaifetz Arena, St. Louis, MO
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Saint Louis Billikens (26-3) are set to take on the Loyola Ramblers (7-22) at Chaifetz Arena this Wednesday.
In their most recent outing, the Loyola Ramblers secured a narrow victory against Richmond, finishing 69-66. The Ramblers accumulated 29 fouls compared to Richmond’s 23. From beyond the arc, they managed to convert 8 out of 32 attempts. Meanwhile, Richmond shot 72.7% from the free-throw line, hitting 24 of 33 shots. Richmond also recorded 22 rebounds (3 offensive, 19 defensive) without any blocks, and they dished out 12 assists along with 9 steals. Defensively, Loyola allowed Richmond to shoot 29.8% from the field, as they held them to 17 out of 57. The Ramblers offered a total of 16 assists, forced 4 turnovers, and made 3 steals. On the boards, they grabbed 37 rebounds, including 4 offensive. At the charity stripe, Loyola converted 20 out of 30 free throws, resulting in a 66.7% success rate. The Ramblers concluded the game with a 50.0% field goal percentage, making 22 out of 44 shots, and they hit 5 of 16 attempts from three-point range.
Miles Rubin stood out in this match, shooting an impressive 70.0% from the floor with 2 assists. He logged 32 minutes on the court and recorded 5 rebounds, accumulating 19 points from 7 of 10 shooting.
The Ramblers enter this game with a record of 7-22. They average 13.1 turnovers per game and commit 17.1 fouls. Collectively, Loyola averages 34.1 rebounds per contest and has amassed 402 assists throughout the season, ranking them 223rd nationally in assists. They are shooting 30.9% from three-point range (232 of 752) and 66.8% from the free-throw line. Scoring-wise, they average 66.8 points per game, placing them 346th in Division 1, with a 41.9% shooting percentage.
On the defensive end, the Ramblers force 8.6 turnovers per game while averaging 17.2 personal fouls. They surrender 37.6% shooting from three-point range and rank 260th in Division 1, allowing 76.8 points per game. The Ramblers’ defense permits a shooting percentage of 44.1% (748 of 1,695) and they yield an average of 33.8 rebounds each game. They rank 315th in the nation in allowing assists, having given up 459 this season.
In their last matchup, the Saint Louis Billikens triumphed over Duquesne, winning 91-76. On the rebounding front, they allowed Duquesne to secure 24 rebounds, 8 of which were offensive. From three-point territory, Saint Louis achieved 33.3% by making 8 out of 24 shots, and converted 16 out of 23 free throws (69.6%). They permitted Duquesne to shoot 26 out of 56 from the field, resulting in a 46.4% success rate. Overall, the Billikens shot 54.0% with 27 out of 50 field goals made and were efficient beyond the arc as well, hitting 16 out of 28 attempts (57.1%). They also made 21 of their free throw attempts for an impressive 87.5% rate, thanks to Duquesne committing 18 personal fouls. Saint Louis had 10 turnovers in the game while securing 26 total rebounds (22 defensive and 4 offensive).
Robbie Avila played a crucial role for the Billikens in this match, scoring 23 points in 31 minutes, coupled with 7 assists. He shot 66.7%, making 8 of 12 attempts, along with 7 rebounds.
The Billikens are boasting a record of 26-3 for the season. Offensively, they lead with a shooting percentage of 51.4% from the field, placing them 5th in Division 1. So far this year, Saint Louis has racked up 2,586 points, averaging 89.2 points per game, and they grab 41.2 rebounds on average. They dish out 18.8 assists per game (ranking 6th in college) with only 12.5 turnovers. Their average personal fouls stand at 18.6, and they shoot 73.8% from the charity stripe.
On the defensive side, the Billikens are 50th in Division 1 for points allowed per game, with an average of 68.7. They force opponents into 11.9 turnovers each night and allow a shooting percentage of 36.9% (1st in college basketball). Opponents convert 28.3% of their three-point attempts (204 of 722) and shoot 72.9% from the free-throw line against them. Saint Louis gives up an average of 11.6 assists and 32.1 total rebounds per game, ranking them 41st and 57th, respectively, nationwide.
Who will prevail in tonight’s NCAA clash against the spread?
Recommendation: Back Loyola
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