Dayton Flyers Defeat Bethune-Cookman Wildcats 91-82
Saturday, November 15, 2025, 7:30 PM ET · UD Arena
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Who won Bethune-Cookman Wildcats vs Dayton Flyers?
Dayton Flyers beat Bethune-Cookman Wildcats 91-82 at UD Arena on November 15, 2025.
In a thrilling matchup at UD Arena, the Dayton Flyers secured a 91-82 victory over the Bethune-Cookman Wildcats. This game showcased the Flyers' offensive prowess, as they managed to score 91 points, significantly outpacing the Wildcats, who put up 82 points. The win improves Dayton's home record to 4-1 and continues their strong performance this season.
The Flyers entered the game with a 3-1 record, having won seven of their last ten games, although they were coming off a loss to the Cincinnati Bearcats just days prior. In that game, Dayton struggled, falling 62-74, but they rebounded well against Bethune-Cookman. Over their last ten games, the Flyers averaged 75.7 points scored while allowing 70.2 points, indicating a solid offensive and defensive balance, even with their recent loss.
Conversely, the Wildcats came into this matchup with a 1-3 record, struggling to find their footing early in the season. However, they had shown signs of improvement, winning their last game against Coastal Georgia Mariner with a dominating score of 101-60. In their last ten games, Bethune-Cookman averaged 73.3 points scored while allowing 73.4 points, reflecting a competitive but inconsistent performance. Their away record now stands at 2-4 after this game.
Historically, the Flyers have had the upper hand in previous meetings against the Wildcats, which added an extra layer of intrigue to this matchup. The Flyers' home advantage at UD Arena has been significant, as they have consistently performed well on their home court, with a record of 5-1 in home games this season.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing from either side, which meant both teams were at full strength for this contest. This allowed for a competitive game where both teams could showcase their best players.
The market had priced the Flyers as strong favorites, with a home win probability of 1.0, reflecting the confidence in their ability to secure a victory at home. This was evident in their performance, as they managed to maintain control throughout the game despite the Wildcats' efforts to close the gap.
As the game progressed, viewers witnessed several key scoring plays that highlighted the Flyers' offensive strategies. Jakobi Heady was instrumental for the Wildcats, contributing crucial points with a mix of jump shots and free throws, including a three-point jumper assisted by Arterio Morris. However, it was not enough to overcome the Flyers' lead, as Dayton continued to respond effectively to the Wildcats' scoring attempts.
The conditions at UD Arena were favorable for basketball, with a lively crowd that supported the home team throughout the game. This atmosphere likely contributed to the Flyers' strong performance, as they fed off the energy of their fans.
Overall, this matchup was worth watching for its competitive nature and the display of talent from both teams. The Flyers' ability to score effectively and manage their defensive responsibilities ultimately led them to victory, while the Wildcats showed resilience but fell short in their efforts to steal a win on the road.
Leaders
- PointsJavon Bennett25Dayton Flyers
- AssistsJordan Derkack6Dayton Flyers
- ReboundsAmaël L'Etang10Dayton Flyers
- PointsArterio Morris19Bethune-Cookman Wildcats
- AssistsArterio Morris3Bethune-Cookman Wildcats
- ReboundsJakobi Heady6Bethune-Cookman Wildcats
Recent form
Dayton Flyers
Last 10: 7-3Streak L175.7 scored · 70.2 allowed per game5-1 at home
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Bethune-Cookman Wildcats
Last 10: 7-3Streak W173.3 scored · 73.4 allowed per game2-3 away
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- W68-64at Alabama A&M BulldogsFeb 22
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bethune-Cookman | 17-15 | - | 14-4 |
| Southern | 17-17 | 3 | 11-7 |
| Florida A&M | 15-16 | 3 | 11-7 |
| Alabama A&M | 18-15 | 4 | 10-8 |
| Arkansas-Pine Bluff | 13-19 | 4 | 10-8 |
| Texas Southern | 12-18 | 4 | 10-8 |
| Jackson State | 12-21 | 4 | 10-8 |
| Prairie View A&M | 19-18 | 5 | 9-9 |
| Grambling | 14-19 | 7 | 7-11 |
| Alabama State | 10-22 | 7 | 7-11 |
| Alcorn State | 9-23 | 7 | 7-11 |
| Mississippi Valley State | 3-30 | 12 | 2-16 |
| Saint Louis | 29-6 | - | 15-3 |
| VCU | 28-8 | - | 15-3 |
| Saint Joseph's | 24-12 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Dayton | 25-12 | 3 | 12-6 |
| George Mason | 23-10 | 4 | 11-7 |
| Davidson | 20-14 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Duquesne | 18-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| George Washington | 19-16 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Fordham | 17-15 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Rhode Island | 16-16 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Richmond | 15-17 | 10 | 5-13 |
| La Salle | 9-23 | 10 | 5-13 |
| St. Bonaventure | 17-17 | 11 | 4-14 |
| Loyola Chicago | 9-24 | 11 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Bethune-Cookman Wildcats | Dayton Flyers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 33-68 | 27-50 |
| Field goal % | 49 | 54 |
| Three-pointers | 7-20 | 11-19 |
| Three-point % | 35 | 58 |
| Free throws | 9-15 | 26-32 |
| Free throw % | 60 | 81 |
| Rebounds | 32 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 15 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 17 | 25 |
| Assists | 12 | 19 |
| Steals | 7 | 3 |
| Blocks | 2 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 21 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 13 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 48 | 32 |
| Fouls | 24 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 13 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half50-61Jaiun Simon made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-61Seneca Willoughby made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-61Seneca Willoughby made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-62Jacob Conner made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-63Bryce Heard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-64Bryce Heard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-64Arterio Morris made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half55-66Javon Bennett made Jumper. Assisted by Amaël L'Etang.
- 2nd Half55-67Javon Bennett made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-67Arterio Morris made Layup.
- 2nd Half57-70Amaël L'Etang made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Javon Bennett.
- 2nd Half59-70Quentin Heady made Layup.
- 2nd Half61-70Jakobi Heady made Layup.
- 2nd Half61-72De'Shayne Montgomery made Layup. Assisted by Amaël L'Etang.
- 2nd Half64-72Rickey Mitchell Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jakobi Heady.
- 2nd Half66-72Quentin Heady made Layup.
- 2nd Half66-74Jordan Derkack made Layup. Assisted by Keonte Jones.
- 2nd Half67-74Arterio Morris made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-74Arterio Morris made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-75Keonte Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-76Keonte Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-78Jordan Derkack made Layup.
- 2nd Half68-79Jordan Derkack made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-80Jordan Derkack made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-80Jakobi Heady made Layup. Assisted by Seneca Willoughby.
- 2nd Half70-81Amaël L'Etang made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-82Amaël L'Etang made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-82Seneca Willoughby made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half73-83Javon Bennett made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-84Javon Bennett made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-84Jakobi Heady made Jumper.
- 2nd Half75-86Amaël L'Etang made Layup. Assisted by Jordan Derkack.
- 2nd Half77-86Jakobi Heady made Jumper.
- 2nd Half77-88Amaël L'Etang made Layup.
- 2nd Half78-88Jakobi Heady made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half79-88Jakobi Heady made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half82-88Jakobi Heady made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Arterio Morris.
- 2nd Half82-89Jordan Derkack made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half82-90Jordan Derkack made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half82-91Keonte Jones made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Dayton Flyers, below favours Bethune-Cookman Wildcats.
Venue
- UD ArenaDayton, OH
- Attendance13407
- OfficialsGreg Evans, Brian Shore, Nick Terry
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