The Georgetown University men’s basketball team is set to make a return to McDonough Arena, their home court, for an upcoming matchup against the Saint Peter’s University Peacocks on December 13. This game is part of a doubleheader, with the women’s basketball team facing off against Delaware State at noon prior to the Hoyas’ game, which is slated for a 2:30 p.m. tipoff.
Fans can catch the game live on ESPN+, where Jeremy Huber will handle play-by-play duties, while Martin Bahar provides analysis. Local listeners can tune in to Team 980 or use the SiriusXM app to follow the action, with Rich Chvotkin bringing his seasoned commentary in his 52nd season. Live stats for the game will also be accessible through GUHoyas.com.
As for the team’s performance, the 2025-26 season marks the third year under Head Coach Ed Cooley. Last season, Cooley led the Hoyas to a notable improvement, nearly doubling their win total from the previous year to finish with a record of 18-16, including 8-12 in BIG EAST play. Georgetown earned a spot in the inaugural College Basketball Crown, where they advanced to the quarterfinals before being eliminated by Nebraska, the eventual champions.
In their most recent game, the Hoyas suffered a defeat against the No. 16/17 University of North Carolina Tar Heels, falling 81-61. KJ Lewis was a standout performer, scoring 17 points and grabbing seven rebounds, while Julius Halaifonua and Langston Love contributed 14 and 10 points, respectively. Malik Mack was notable for his four assists, showcasing a well-rounded team effort.
Currently, the Hoyas feature four players averaging double figures in scoring, led by Lewis at 16.7 points per game, ranking fifth in the BIG EAST Conference. Mack follows closely with an average of 15.7 points, while Vince Iwuchukwu and Caleb Williams contribute 11.8 and 11.6 points, respectively. Defensively, Lewis also leads the team with an average of 6.1 rebounds per game, complemented by contributions from Williams and Halaifonua.
Before the season began, Lewis was recognized on the Preseason All-BIG EAST Second Team, with Mack making the Third Team. The Hoyas were picked to finish sixth in the BIG EAST Preseason Coaches’ Poll.
On the other side, the Saint Peter’s Peacocks arrive at this contest with a 4-4 record, including a 2-0 start in Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference (MAAC) play. Last season, Saint Peter’s finished with a 12-16 record, including a 7-13 mark in the MAAC.
In their latest game, the Peacocks secured a convincing 71-43 victory over Niagara, with Bryce Eaton and TJ Robinson both scoring 14 points. Brent Bland and Jahki Gupton finished the game with 10 points each. On the boards, Zaakir Williamson led the team with nine rebounds, while Eaton also contributed six assists.
Bland is the leading scorer for Saint Peter’s, averaging 15.8 points per game, followed by Robinson at 12.5 points. In terms of rebounding, Bland, Gupton, and J’Quan Ewing each average 4.9 rebounds per game. Eaton paces the Peacocks in assists with an average of 4.0.
The upcoming matchup marks the 21st meeting between Georgetown and Saint Peter’s, with the Hoyas holding a record of 14-6 in this series. The last encounter took place on January 16, 1980, when Georgetown won 64-49. Head Coach Ed Cooley holds a strong 12-1 record against Saint Peter’s, contributing to Georgetown’s overall impressive standing against competitors from the MAAC with an 89-43 record.
