NCAAB · Final

Bowling Green Dominates VMI in 81-48 Victory

Wednesday, November 26, 2025, 11:00 AM ET · Suncoast Credit Union Arena

Bowling Green Falcons 81, VMI Keydets 48, 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 Bowling Green Falcons vs VMI Keydets?

Bowling Green Falcons beat VMI Keydets 81-48 at Suncoast Credit Union Arena on November 26, 2025.

Who was favored in Bowling Green Falcons vs VMI Keydets?

Bowling Green Falcons were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -700 (about 88% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive matchup, the Bowling Green Falcons triumphed over the VMI Keydets with a final score of 81-48 at the Suncoast Credit Union Arena. This game showcased the Falcons' strong performance, extending their winning streak to one, while the Keydets continued to struggle, marking their fourth consecutive loss. The Falcons improved their record to 6-4, while the Keydets fell to 4-6 in their last ten games.

Bowling Green entered the game with a solid away record of 5-2, while VMI had a weaker home record of 2-1. The Falcons have averaged 78.0 points per game while allowing 68.2 points over their last ten games. In contrast, VMI has averaged 77.4 points scored and 76.7 points allowed during the same stretch, indicating a high-scoring style but also a vulnerability on defense. The Keydets' recent form has been concerning, with their last five games yielding a record of 1-4 and an average of 75.4 points scored against 77.4 points allowed.

The scoring for Bowling Green was led by a balanced attack, with players contributing effectively throughout the game. In the second half, notable plays included a jumper by Makhi Leach, which brought the score to 79-42, and a layup by Christian Dedivanaj, which capped the scoring at 81-48. VMI struggled to find their rhythm, particularly in the second half, where their scoring was limited.

Historically, the two teams have faced each other previously, but details of those encounters were not provided in the block. However, the current matchup clearly favored Bowling Green, who capitalized on their recent form and experience.

In terms of injuries, there were no specific details provided that indicated key players were missing for either team, which meant both squads were likely at full strength for this contest. The market had priced this game with a clear indication of Bowling Green's advantage, as VMI had a home win probability of 0.0, reflecting the expectations leading into the game.

The conditions at the Suncoast Credit Union Arena were conducive to a competitive game, but VMI's inability to convert on key possessions and their defensive lapses allowed Bowling Green to pull away significantly. Fans watching the game would have noted the stark contrast in team momentum, with Bowling Green playing with confidence and VMI struggling under the weight of their recent losses.

Overall, this game highlighted the challenges VMI faces as they continue to seek consistency, while Bowling Green demonstrated their capability to dominate when in form.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	—	148.5 o -112 / u -108	Bowling Green Falcons -700 · VMI Keydets +500

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Leaders

PointsLinus Holmstrom11VMI Keydets
AssistsMario Tatum Jr.3VMI Keydets
ReboundsTJ Johnson6VMI Keydets
PointsMayar Wol21Bowling Green Falcons
AssistsJason Kimbrough Jr.5Bowling Green Falcons
ReboundsSam Towns18Bowling Green Falcons

Recent form

VMI Keydets

Last 10: 4-6Streak L477.4 scored · 76.7 allowed per game2-1 at home

L70-78at Buffalo BullsNov 24
L80-99at Stetson HattersNov 23
L54-87at Richmond SpidersNov 20
L67-69vs Jacksonville DolphinsNov 15
W106-54vs Virginia Lynchburg DragonsNov 12
L68-106at Missouri TigersNov 9
W78-74at Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesNov 8
W122-58vs Johnson & Wales-Charlotte JOHNSON & WALES-CHARLOTTENov 3
L65-85at Wofford TerriersMar 9
W64-57at UNC Greensboro SpartansMar 8

Bowling Green Falcons

Last 10: 6-4Streak W178 scored · 68.2 allowed per game1-2 away

W71-66vs Bucknell BisonNov 24
L74-82vs William & Mary TribeNov 20
L87-91at Davidson WildcatsNov 15
W83-60vs Le Moyne DolphinsNov 9
W120-65vs Bethany (WV) BisonNov 7
W83-48vs Texas State BobcatsNov 4
L67-96at Akron ZipsMar 13
L63-64vs Western Michigan BroncosMar 8
W71-58at Northern Illinois HuskiesMar 5
W61-52vs Ball State CardinalsMar 1

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Miami (OH)	32-2	-	18-0
Akron	29-6	1	17-1
Kent State	24-10	4	14-4
Toledo	19-15	7	11-7
Bowling Green	18-14	9	9-9
Ohio	15-17	9	9-9
Buffalo	17-15	11	7-11
Massachusetts	17-16	11	7-11
Ball State	12-19	11	7-11
Central Michigan	10-21	12	6-12
Western Michigan	10-21	14	4-14
Eastern Michigan	10-21	14	4-14
Northern Illinois	9-21	10	4-14
East Tennessee State	23-11	-	13-5
Mercer	19-13	2	11-7
Wofford	19-13	2	11-7
Samford	18-14	2	11-7
Furman	22-13	3	10-8
Western Carolina	15-16	3	10-8
UNC Greensboro	15-19	4	9-9
Chattanooga	13-19	6	7-11
The Citadel	11-22	6	7-11
VMI	6-26	12	1-17

Box score

Stat	Bowling Green Falcons	VMI Keydets
Field goals	30-64	10-50
Field goal %	47	20
Three-pointers	10-26	3-28
Three-point %	38	11
Free throws	11-15	25-32
Free throw %	73	78
Rebounds	51	29
Offensive rebounds	20	13
Defensive rebounds	31	16
Assists	20	3
Steals	6	8
Blocks	2	3
Turnovers	16	14
Team turnovers	2	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	11	12
Fast-break points	15	11
Points in the paint	36	14
Fouls	23	18
Largest lead	37	0

How the scoring went

1st Half43-20TJ Johnson made Layup.
1st Half45-20Mayar Wol made Jumper.
2nd Half45-21Cal Liston made Free Throw.
2nd Half47-21Javontae Campbell made Layup.
2nd Half50-21Javon Ruffin made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Javontae Campbell.
2nd Half50-22AJ Clark made Free Throw.
2nd Half50-23AJ Clark made Free Throw.
2nd Half53-23Josiah Shackelford made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half53-24AJ Clark made Free Throw.
2nd Half53-26AJ Clark made Dunk.
2nd Half56-26Mayar Wol made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Javontae Campbell.
2nd Half58-26Troy Glover II made Dunk. Assisted by Mayar Wol.
2nd Half61-26Mayar Wol made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Josiah Shackelford.
2nd Half61-28Jaylen Pazon made Layup.
2nd Half61-31Tan Yildizoglu made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Mario Tatum Jr..
2nd Half62-31Camden Karel made Free Throw.
2nd Half63-31Camden Karel made Free Throw.
2nd Half64-31Camden Karel made Free Throw.
2nd Half67-31Sam Towns made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Justin Thomas.
2nd Half67-34TJ Johnson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Mario Tatum Jr..
2nd Half67-36AJ Clark made Layup. Assisted by Mario Tatum Jr..
2nd Half70-36Mayar Wol made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half70-38Linus Holmstrom made Free Throw.
2nd Half70-37Linus Holmstrom made Free Throw.
2nd Half71-38Josiah Shackelford made Free Throw.
2nd Half72-38Josiah Shackelford made Free Throw.
2nd Half72-39TJ Johnson made Free Throw.
2nd Half72-40TJ Johnson made Free Throw.
2nd Half75-40Mayar Wol made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jason Kimbrough Jr..
2nd Half75-41Linus Holmstrom made Free Throw.
2nd Half75-42Linus Holmstrom made Free Throw.
2nd Half77-42Josiah Shackelford made Jumper. Assisted by Makhi Leach.
2nd Half79-42Makhi Leach made Jumper.
2nd Half79-43Walker Andrews made Free Throw.
2nd Half79-44Walker Andrews made Free Throw.
2nd Half79-45Linus Holmstrom made Free Throw.
2nd Half79-46Linus Holmstrom made Free Throw.
2nd Half79-47Walker Andrews made Free Throw.
2nd Half79-48Walker Andrews made Free Throw.
2nd Half81-48Christian Dedivanaj made Layup. Assisted by Jason Kimbrough Jr..