Southern Utah Dominates Bethesda in 118-60 Victory
Tuesday, November 11, 2025, 8:30 PM ET · America First Events Center
Southern Utah Thunderbirds 118, Bethesda Flames 60, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Bethesda Flames vs Southern Utah Thunderbirds?
Southern Utah Thunderbirds beat Bethesda Flames 118-60 at America First Events Center on November 11, 2025.
In a commanding performance, the Southern Utah Thunderbirds triumphed over the Bethesda Flames with a final score of 118-60. This matchup, held at the America First Events Center, showcased Southern Utah's offensive prowess, particularly in the second half, where they pulled away significantly from their opponents.
Southern Utah entered the game with a home record of 1-2 and had struggled recently, holding a 2-8 record over their last ten games. Their performance had been marked by a five-game losing streak, with an average of 65.4 points scored and 78.8 points allowed per game during that stretch. In their last outing prior to this game, they suffered a loss to the UT Rio Grande Valley Vaqueros, falling 72-95.
Conversely, the Bethesda Flames faced an even tougher stretch, coming into the game with a dismal 0-7 record in their last seven games. Their scoring average was a mere 53.9 points per game, while they allowed an alarming 107.3 points on average. Their last game resulted in a loss to the Utah Tech Trailblazers, where they were defeated 65-110.
The Thunderbirds' home record was 1-5, indicating some struggles in front of their fans, but they had previously secured a decisive victory against the Flames earlier in the season, winning 107-54 in a matchup on November 13, 2024. This prior meeting likely set the tone for Southern Utah's confidence heading into this game.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but the performance of both teams suggests that any absence of key players could have impacted their respective results.
The betting market reflected a strong belief in Southern Utah's chances, with a home win probability of 1.0, indicating they were heavily favored to win this matchup.
The game conditions were conducive to a high-scoring affair, and Southern Utah capitalized on this, especially in the second half. Key moments included Zepplin Kidd making a three-point jumper, and Cale Barclay adding a two-point tip shot, which contributed to the Thunderbirds' growing lead. Logan Stephens also made significant contributions, including free throws that pushed the score to 114-58.
As the game progressed, the Thunderbirds continued to dominate, with Chuks Isitua scoring a layup and Brayden Johnson contributing with free throws, bringing the final score to 118-60. This victory not only marked a much-needed win for Southern Utah but also highlighted the ongoing struggles of the Bethesda Flames, who are still searching for their first win of the season.
Leaders
- PointsJalen Lee19Southern Utah Thunderbirds
- AssistsElijah Duval8Southern Utah Thunderbirds
- ReboundsIsaiah Cottrell9Southern Utah Thunderbirds
- PointsMiles Sulka22Bethesda Flames
- AssistsOmar Tovar2Bethesda Flames
- ReboundsMiles Sulka5Bethesda Flames
Recent form
Southern Utah Thunderbirds
Last 10: 2-8Streak L565.4 scored · 78.8 allowed per game1-5 at home
- L72-95vs UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosNov 9
- L64-81at Arizona State Sun DevilsNov 5
- L65-72vs Utah Tech TrailblazersMar 11
- L39-62vs Seattle U RedhawksMar 7
- L59-100at Utah Valley WolverinesMar 1
- W82-75at Utah Tech TrailblazersFeb 28
- L59-75at Abilene Christian WildcatsFeb 21
- L68-70vs Utah Valley WolverinesFeb 16
- W76-74vs Utah Tech TrailblazersFeb 14
- L70-84vs Abilene Christian WildcatsFeb 9
Bethesda Flames
Last 7: 0-7Streak L753.9 scored · 107.3 allowed per game0-7 away
- L65-110at Utah Tech TrailblazersNov 6
- L49-125at UC Irvine AnteatersNov 4
- L38-78at Sacramento State HornetsDec 30
- L59-119at Utah Valley WolverinesDec 28
- L59-90at Utah Tech TrailblazersNov 14
- L54-107at Southern Utah ThunderbirdsNov 13
- L53-122at Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersNov 7
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland State | 20-11 | - | 13-5 |
| Montana State | 18-14 | 1 | 12-6 |
| Eastern Washington | 14-19 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Northern Colorado | 20-12 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Montana | 18-16 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Weber State | 16-16 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Idaho | 21-15 | 4 | 9-9 |
| Sacramento State | 10-21 | 8 | 6-12 |
| Idaho State | 13-20 | 8 | 5-13 |
| Northern Arizona | 10-22 | 9 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Bethesda Flames | Southern Utah Thunderbirds |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-75 | 42-74 |
| Field goal % | 28 | 57 |
| Three-pointers | 3-21 | 10-27 |
| Three-point % | 14 | 37 |
| Free throws | 15-21 | 24-33 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 73 |
| Rebounds | 26 | 65 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 18 |
| Defensive rebounds | 18 | 47 |
| Assists | 5 | 28 |
| Steals | 11 | 7 |
| Blocks | 1 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 18 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 2 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 2 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 20 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 13 | 50 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 58 |
| Fouls | 23 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 58 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half39-70Jaiden Feroah made Dunk. Assisted by Lorenzo Abellar.
- 2nd Half39-72Cale Barclay made Jumper.
- 2nd Half39-74Jaiden Feroah made Jumper. Assisted by Cale Barclay.
- 2nd Half39-76Cale Barclay made Layup. Assisted by Isaiah Cottrell.
- 2nd Half39-78Isaiah Cottrell made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half41-78Omar Tovar made Jumper.
- 2nd Half43-78Edward Spencer made Jumper.
- 2nd Half45-78Zeke Bennett made Layup.
- 2nd Half45-81Tanner Hayhurst made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Zach Bell.
- 2nd Half45-83Zach Bell made Layup.
- 2nd Half46-83Miles Sulka made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-83Miles Sulka made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-86Jalen Lee made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Zach Bell.
- 2nd Half48-86Zeke Bennett made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-88Jalen Lee made Dunk. Assisted by Logan Stephens.
- 2nd Half51-88Zion White made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half51-89Logan Stephens made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-90Logan Stephens made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-91Logan Stephens made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-91Miles Sulka made Jumper.
- 2nd Half53-93Brayden Johnson made Layup. Assisted by Elijah Duval.
- 2nd Half55-93Zeke Bennett made Layup.
- 2nd Half55-94Logan Stephens made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-95Logan Stephens made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-98Dylan Jones made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Brayden Johnson.
- 2nd Half55-99Jalen Lee made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-100Jalen Lee made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-100Omar Tovar made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half58-102Jalen Lee made Layup.
- 2nd Half58-103Jalen Lee made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-105Cale Barclay made Dunk. Assisted by Logan Stephens.
- 2nd Half58-107Zepplin Kidd made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half58-110Zepplin Kidd made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Logan Stephens.
- 2nd Half58-112Cale Barclay made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half58-113Logan Stephens made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-114Logan Stephens made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-116Chuks Isitua made Layup.
- 2nd Half60-116Erik Gallardo made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half60-117Brayden Johnson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-118Brayden Johnson made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Southern Utah Thunderbirds, below favours Bethesda Flames.
Venue
- America First Events CenterCedar City, UT
- Attendance801
- OfficialsRyan Holmes, Robert Felder, Hayden Hilty
Elsewhere
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- Men's NCAA basketball 2026-27 Way-Too-Early Top 25 rankings
- Transfers, recruits and roster moves for key men's NCAA basketball teams
- Michigan 5-star freshman Brandon McCoy Jr. (knee) to miss season
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