UNC Wilmington edges Campbell in tight contest
Saturday, January 17, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Trask Coliseum
UNC Wilmington Seahawks 78, Campbell Fighting Camels 75, 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 Campbell Fighting Camels vs UNC Wilmington Seahawks?
UNC Wilmington Seahawks beat Campbell Fighting Camels 78-75 at Trask Coliseum on January 17, 2026.
Who was favored in Campbell Fighting Camels vs UNC Wilmington Seahawks?
UNC Wilmington Seahawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -290 (about 74% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested matchup, the UNC Wilmington Seahawks triumphed over the Campbell Fighting Camels with a final score of 78-75. This victory marks an impressive continuation of UNC Wilmington's strong season, as they maintain a home record of 17-2, while Campbell's record now stands at 9-10. The game took place at Trask Coliseum, where the Seahawks have been particularly dominant.
UNC Wilmington has been in excellent form, winning nine of their last ten games, with a current winning streak of six games. They have averaged 74.2 points scored per game during this stretch while allowing just 65.0 points. Their recent victories include a close win against Stony Brook Seawolves (75-71) and a high-scoring affair against Northeastern Huskies (87-78). In their last five games, they have scored an average of 72.6 points while conceding 65.0 points, showcasing their defensive capabilities alongside their scoring prowess.
On the other hand, Campbell has had a mixed bag of results lately, with a record of 6-4 over their last ten games. They are currently on a one-game losing streak, having lost to Elon Phoenix (82-83) in their most recent outing. The Fighting Camels have averaged 84.5 points scored per game in their last ten games but have also allowed an average of 76.9 points, indicating a struggle on the defensive end. Their away record has been particularly challenging, with only one win in five attempts.
Historically, UNC Wilmington has had the upper hand in their previous meetings with Campbell, winning both encounters earlier in the 2025 season. The most recent match before this one saw UNC Wilmington secure a 79-60 victory on February 28, 2025, followed by a 77-69 win on January 5, 2025.
In terms of injuries, there were no specific mentions in the block, suggesting that both teams may have been at full strength for this matchup. The betting odds provided by DraftKings indicated that UNC Wilmington was favored by 6.5 points, with a total set at 149.5. The home moneyline for UNC Wilmington was -290, while Campbell's was +235, reflecting the Seahawks' strong home advantage.
The game conditions were not detailed in the block, but Trask Coliseum typically provides a lively atmosphere that can impact player performance. Fans witnessed a thrilling second half where the score was tightly contested. Key moments included a driving layup by Jeremiah Johnson that tied the game at 72-72, followed by Greedy Williams making crucial free throws that ultimately secured the victory for UNC Wilmington.
Viewers should have noted the intense back-and-forth nature of the game, especially in the closing moments, where each possession was critical. The Seahawks' ability to execute under pressure, particularly in free throw situations, proved decisive in clinching the win.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UNCW -6.5 | 149.5 o -112 / u -108 | Campbell Fighting Camels +235 · UNC Wilmington Seahawks -290 |
Leaders
- PointsPatrick Wessler23UNC Wilmington Seahawks
- AssistsGreedy Williams4UNC Wilmington Seahawks
- ReboundsPatrick Wessler8UNC Wilmington Seahawks
- PointsDJ Smith24Campbell Fighting Camels
- AssistsDovydas Butka4Campbell Fighting Camels
- ReboundsDovydas Butka10Campbell Fighting Camels
Recent form
UNC Wilmington Seahawks
Last 10: 9-1Streak W674.2 scored · 65 allowed per game4-1 at home
- W75-71at Stony Brook SeawolvesJan 10
- W87-78at Northeastern HuskiesJan 9
- W49-45vs Hampton PiratesJan 4
- W65-53vs Drexel DragonsJan 1
- W87-78at North Carolina A&T AggiesDec 30
- W100-56vs Columbia (SC) Fighting KoalasDec 27
- L66-67vs Howard BisonDec 20
- W73-70at Valparaiso BeaconsDec 13
- W70-63at Louisiana Ragin' CajunsDec 6
- W70-69vs Marshall Thundering HerdDec 4
Campbell Fighting Camels
Last 10: 6-4Streak L184.5 scored · 76.9 allowed per game1-4 away
- L82-83at Elon PhoenixJan 11
- W86-72vs Hampton PiratesJan 9
- W97-82vs Northeastern HuskiesJan 3
- W68-65at Monmouth HawksDec 31
- L72-86at Hofstra PrideDec 30
- W102-79vs Green Bay PhoenixDec 23
- L50-78at Minnesota Golden GophersDec 21
- L70-98at Gonzaga BulldogsDec 18
- W69-64vs Ball State CardinalsDec 14
- W149-62vs Virginia Lynchburg DragonsDec 7
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNC Wilmington | 27-7 | - | 15-3 |
| Charleston | 21-11 | 1 | 14-4 |
| Hofstra | 24-11 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Monmouth | 19-15 | 4 | 11-7 |
| William & Mary | 20-12 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Drexel | 17-16 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Towson | 19-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Stony Brook | 17-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Campbell | 16-18 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Hampton | 13-19 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Elon | 14-18 | 9 | 6-12 |
| North Carolina A&T | 11-19 | 11 | 4-14 |
| Northeastern | 7-24 | 13 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Campbell Fighting Camels | UNC Wilmington Seahawks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-53 | 27-58 |
| Field goal % | 49 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 6-22 | 4-14 |
| Three-point % | 27 | 29 |
| Free throws | 17-24 | 20-25 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 80 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 21 |
| Assists | 10 | 12 |
| Steals | 6 | 9 |
| Blocks | 2 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 20 | 15 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 46 |
| Fouls | 20 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 13 | 3 |
| Lead changes | 8 | 8 |
| Time in front | 67 | 22 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half51-40Madison Durr makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-41Madison Durr makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-41Dovydas Butka makes 7-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half53-43Christian May makes driving layup (Madison Durr assists)
- 2nd Half54-43Cam Gregory makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-43Cam Gregory makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-45Madison Durr makes driving layup (Greedy Williams assists)
- 2nd Half58-45Cam Gregory makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jeremiah Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half58-47Madison Durr makes driving layup
- 2nd Half58-49Patrick Wessler makes 10-foot jumper (Jahnathan Lamothe assists)
- 2nd Half60-49DJ Smith makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-49DJ Smith makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half61-50Greedy Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-52Patrick Wessler makes 6-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half61-54Patrick Wessler makes 5-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half64-54DJ Smith makes 30-foot three point jumper (Jeremiah Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half64-56Madison Durr makes driving layup (Patrick Wessler assists)
- 2nd Half64-58Greedy Williams makes driving layup
- 2nd Half64-59Madison Durr makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-60Madison Durr makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-60Dovydas Butka makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-62Greedy Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half65-63Madison Durr makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-64Madison Durr makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-64Dovydas Butka makes layup
- 2nd Half67-66Greedy Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half67-68Madison Durr makes driving layup
- 2nd Half69-68Tasos Cook makes driving layup
- 2nd Half70-68Tasos Cook makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half70-69Patrick Wessler makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-70Patrick Wessler makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-72Madison Durr makes layup
- 2nd Half72-72Jeremiah Johnson makes driving layup (DJ Smith assists)
- 2nd Half72-74Greedy Williams makes 10-foot jumper
- 2nd Half73-74DJ Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-75Nolan Hodge makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-76Nolan Hodge makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-76Jeremiah Johnson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half75-77Greedy Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-78Greedy Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours UNC Wilmington Seahawks, below favours Campbell Fighting Camels.
Venue
- Trask ColiseumWilmington, NC
- Attendance5220
- OfficialsTony Crisp, Kyle Stewart, Drew Ransdell
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