SLU Basketball Star Robbie Avila Plays Final Home Game

Billikens look to finish strong after successful regular season

Published on Mar. 4, 2026

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The 25th-ranked Saint Louis University men's basketball team is wrapping up its regular season this week, with senior star Robbie Avila playing his final home game at Chaifetz Arena on Wednesday against Loyola Chicago. The Billikens, who are 26-3 overall and 14-2 in conference play, will then travel to George Mason on Saturday to close out the regular season.

Why it matters

Avila has been a key contributor to SLU's success over the past four years, helping the team emerge as a top program in the Atlantic 10 conference. His final home game is an emotional milestone, as the Billikens look to secure a strong finish to their regular season and position themselves well for postseason play.

The details

Avila, a 6'8" forward, has averaged 15.2 points and 7.1 rebounds per game this season for the Billikens. He and his teammates will first host Loyola Chicago on Wednesday, a team they defeated earlier in the season. SLU will then travel to George Mason on Saturday to wrap up the regular season schedule.

  • The Billikens' final regular season game is on Wednesday, March 4, 2026 against Loyola Chicago.
  • SLU will then play its last game of the regular season on Saturday, March 7, 2026 at George Mason.

The players

Robbie Avila

A 6'8" senior forward who has been a key contributor to the Saint Louis University men's basketball team over the past four seasons.

Saint Louis University Men's Basketball Team

The 25th-ranked Division I college basketball team that competes in the Atlantic 10 conference.

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What they’re saying

“Robbie has been the heart and soul of our team for the past four years. We're going to miss his leadership and production on the court.”

— Travis Ford, Head Coach, Saint Louis University Men's Basketball (St. Louis Post-Dispatch)

What’s next

After the regular season finale at George Mason, the Billikens will await their seeding and opponent for the Atlantic 10 Conference Tournament, which begins on March 12th.

The takeaway

Robbie Avila's final home game at Chaifetz Arena marks the end of an era for the Saint Louis University men's basketball program, which has enjoyed tremendous success during his tenure. The Billikens will look to send their senior star out on a high note as they aim for a strong finish to the regular season and a deep postseason run.