Army Black Knights Edge UMBC Retrievers 63-60
Friday, December 12, 2025, 6:00 PM ET · Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena
Army Black Knights 63, UMBC Retrievers 60, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Army Black Knights vs UMBC Retrievers?
Army Black Knights beat UMBC Retrievers 63-60 at Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena on December 12, 2025.
Who was favored in Army Black Knights vs UMBC Retrievers?
UMBC Retrievers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -375 (about 79% implied). The underdog won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Army Black Knights triumphed over the UMBC Retrievers with a final score of 63-60 at the Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena. This game was notable not only for the narrow margin but also for the contrasting recent forms of both teams. UMBC entered the game with a record of 6-5, having won six of their last ten games but coming off a loss against the Buffalo Bulls just three days prior. They had averaged 75.5 points scored and allowed 71.6 points during this stretch. Conversely, Army, with a record of 5-7, had a rougher recent history, winning only three of their last ten games but had just secured a decisive victory against the Gallaudet Bison, winning 111-53 in their previous outing. Army's recent scoring average was 73.5 points, but they had struggled defensively, allowing an average of 80.6 points per game in that same period.
The game unfolded with both teams striving to establish control. UMBC had a strong home record of 4-1, while Army struggled on the road with a 1-3 away record. The stakes were high as both teams aimed to gain momentum heading into the latter part of the season. The matchup also featured a significant betting line, with DraftKings setting the spread at UMBC -7.5, indicating expectations for a home win. The total was set at 146.5, reflecting the anticipated scoring potential of both teams.
Throughout the game, the lead changed hands multiple times, showcasing the competitive nature of the fixture. In the second half, Jaxson Bell played a pivotal role for Army, making crucial free throws that helped the Black Knights maintain their edge. His contributions, alongside key plays from Jah'Likai King and DJ Armstrong Jr., were instrumental in securing the victory. UMBC's efforts to rally back included a jumper by Jah'Likai King and a three-point shot from DJ Armstrong Jr., but they ultimately fell short in the final moments.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the performance of both teams indicated they were fielding their regular lineups. The conditions in the arena appeared favorable for both teams, contributing to a high-energy atmosphere throughout the game.
As the game concluded, the home win probability for UMBC stood at 0.0, emphasizing the unexpected nature of Army's victory. This result not only impacted the standings but also highlighted the unpredictable dynamics of college basketball, where any team can emerge victorious on a given day.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UMBC -7.5 | 146.5 o -110 / u -110 | Army Black Knights +295 · UMBC Retrievers -375 |
Leaders
- PointsDJ Armstrong Jr.14UMBC Retrievers
- AssistsAce Valentine4UMBC Retrievers
- ReboundsCaden Diggs8UMBC Retrievers
- PointsJaxson Bell12Army Black Knights
- AssistsRyan Curry3Army Black Knights
- ReboundsJaxson Bell10Army Black Knights
Recent form
UMBC Retrievers
Last 10: 6-4Streak L175.5 scored · 71.6 allowed per game4-1 at home
- L79-83vs Buffalo BullsDec 9
- W73-66at Bucknell BisonDec 6
- L81-90at Georgetown HoyasDec 4
- W71-57vs Delaware State HornetsNov 29
- W102-52vs Notre Dame (MD) GatorsNov 24
- L52-89at George Washington RevolutionariesNov 20
- W71-70vs Wagner SeahawksNov 16
- W81-79at Morgan State BearsNov 11
- L71-77at Dayton FlyersNov 8
- W74-53vs Penn State York Nittany LionsNov 4
Army Black Knights
Last 10: 3-7Streak W173.5 scored · 80.6 allowed per game1-3 away
- W111-53vs Gallaudet BisonDec 7
- L70-84vs George Washington RevolutionariesDec 2
- W81-78vs Manhattan JaspersNov 29
- W81-73at Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsNov 26
- L67-84vs East Texas A&M LionsNov 25
- L65-76at Marist Red FoxesNov 22
- L73-86at Cornell Big RedNov 19
- L52-75vs Harvard CrimsonNov 15
- L59-114vs Duke Blue DevilsNov 12
- L76-83at St. Thomas TommiesNov 9
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Navy | 26-8 | - | 17-1 |
| Colgate | 18-15 | 6 | 11-7 |
| Lehigh | 18-17 | 6 | 11-7 |
| Boston University | 17-17 | 7 | 10-8 |
| American University | 16-16 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Loyola Maryland | 12-20 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Lafayette | 11-21 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Bucknell | 10-23 | 11 | 6-12 |
| Army | 11-21 | 12 | 5-13 |
| Holy Cross | 11-22 | 12 | 5-13 |
| UMBC | 24-9 | - | 14-2 |
| Vermont | 22-12 | 2 | 12-4 |
| NJIT | 16-17 | 4 | 10-6 |
| UMass Lowell | 15-18 | 5 | 9-7 |
| UAlbany | 11-21 | 7 | 7-9 |
| Maine | 8-24 | 8 | 6-10 |
| New Hampshire | 9-21 | 9 | 5-11 |
| Bryant | 9-22 | 9 | 5-11 |
| Binghamton | 8-23 | 10 | 4-12 |
Box score
| Stat | Army Black Knights | UMBC Retrievers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 20-57 | 23-58 |
| Field goal % | 35 | 40 |
| Three-pointers | 7-22 | 8-28 |
| Three-point % | 32 | 29 |
| Free throws | 16-20 | 6-16 |
| Free throw % | 80 | 38 |
| Rebounds | 43 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 33 | 29 |
| Assists | 8 | 12 |
| Steals | 4 | 5 |
| Blocks | 2 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 17 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 24 |
| Fouls | 18 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 12 | 4 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 82 | 12 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half32-22Jaxson Bell made Layup.
- 1st Half32-24DJ Armstrong Jr. made Dunk. Assisted by Ace Valentine.
- 1st Half34-24Jacen Holloway made Layup.
- 1st Half35-24Jaxson Bell made Free Throw.
- 1st Half36-24Jaxson Bell made Free Throw.
- 1st Half36-27DJ Armstrong Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Caden Diggs.
- 1st Half36-29Riley Jacobs made Layup. Assisted by Daylon Dickerson.
- 1st Half36-30Riley Jacobs made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half38-30Jorn Everson made Jumper.
- 2nd Half38-32Jah'Likai King made Jumper.
- 2nd Half41-32Jorn Everson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jacen Holloway.
- 2nd Half41-33Ace Valentine made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-35Caden Diggs made Dunk.
- 2nd Half41-37Caden Diggs made Layup.
- 2nd Half42-37Jacen Holloway made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-37Jacen Holloway made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-40Caden Diggs made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Daylon Dickerson.
- 2nd Half43-42Ace Valentine made Layup.
- 2nd Half45-42Tate Laczkowski made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half45-44Jah'Likai King made Jumper.
- 2nd Half46-44Jacen Holloway made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-44Jacen Holloway made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-47Caden Diggs made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jah'Likai King.
- 2nd Half50-47Jackson Furman made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ryan Curry.
- 2nd Half52-47Ryan Curry made Layup.
- 2nd Half53-47Ryan Curry made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-47Jaxson Bell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-47Jaxson Bell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-47Jackson Furman made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tate Laczkowski.
- 2nd Half58-50DJ Armstrong Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ace Valentine.
- 2nd Half58-52Riley Jacobs made Dunk. Assisted by Ace Valentine.
- 2nd Half58-54Ace Valentine made Layup.
- 2nd Half59-54Jaxson Bell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-54Jaxson Bell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-56Jah'Likai King made Jumper.
- 2nd Half60-59DJ Armstrong Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jah'Likai King.
- 2nd Half61-59Jaxson Bell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-60Josh Odunowo made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-60Ryan Curry made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-60Ryan Curry made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours UMBC Retrievers, below favours Army Black Knights.
Venue
- Chesapeake Employers Insurance ArenaBaltimore, MD
- Attendance1209
- OfficialsTony Chiazza, John Cahill Jr., Greg Evans
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