NCAAB · Final

UT Martin Dominates Champion Christian in 96-52 Victory

Sunday, December 14, 2025, 5:30 PM ET · Kathleen and Tom Elam Center

UT Martin Skyhawks 96, Champion Christian Tigers 52, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Champion Christian Tigers vs UT Martin Skyhawks?

UT Martin Skyhawks beat Champion Christian Tigers 96-52 at Kathleen and Tom Elam Center on December 14, 2025.

The UT Martin Skyhawks delivered a commanding performance against the Champion Christian Tigers, securing a decisive 96-52 victory at the Kathleen and Tom Elam Center. This match showcased the Skyhawks' dominance, particularly in the second half, where they outscored the Tigers significantly after leading 49-32 at halftime.

UT Martin entered the game with a solid home record of 8-3 and a recent form of 7-3 in their last ten outings, although they were coming off a loss to Southern Illinois Salukis just three days prior, where they fell 54-83. Despite this setback, the Skyhawks maintained an average of 73.9 points scored per game and allowed 66.8 points, indicating a generally strong offensive and defensive performance throughout the season. Their home record stood at an impressive 4-0, demonstrating their effectiveness on their home court.

In stark contrast, the Champion Christian Tigers struggled significantly, entering the game with a dismal record of 0-9 in their last nine contests. Their average scoring was just 60.7 points, while they allowed a staggering 117.1 points per game, reflecting their defensive vulnerabilities. The Tigers had not won a game this season, and their last five games had seen them average only 62.0 points while allowing an alarming 122.6 points, further emphasizing their struggles.

The two teams had met previously in the season, with UT Martin also emerging victorious in that matchup, winning 123-56. This prior encounter set the tone for the expectations heading into the latest game, and the Skyhawks delivered once again, reinforcing their dominance over the Tigers.

In terms of player contributions, Lamine Niang was particularly impactful, scoring multiple layups in the second half, which helped to extend the Skyhawks' lead. AJ Hopkins also made key contributions with two three-point jumpers, showcasing UT Martin's offensive depth. The scoring plays in the second half included a series of successful layups and three-pointers that kept the momentum firmly in the Skyhawks' favor.

The Skyhawks' home win probability was calculated at 1.0, indicating a strong expectation of victory against the struggling Tigers. The conditions in the Kathleen and Tom Elam Center seemed to favor the home team, as they capitalized on their home-court advantage effectively.

As the game unfolded, viewers witnessed a stark contrast in team performance, with UT Martin executing their game plan effectively while Champion Christian struggled to keep pace. The Skyhawks' ability to score efficiently and defend effectively was on full display, leaving little doubt about the outcome of the match.

Leaders

PointsAJ Hopkins21UT Martin Skyhawks
AssistsAfan Trnka6UT Martin Skyhawks
ReboundsPedro Santos11UT Martin Skyhawks
PointsKris Barnett14Champion Christian Tigers
AssistsFred'travious Benjamin3Champion Christian Tigers
ReboundsKris Barnett6Champion Christian Tigers

Recent form

UT Martin Skyhawks

Last 10: 7-3Streak L173.9 scored · 66.8 allowed per game4-0 at home

L54-83at Southern Illinois SalukisDec 11
W74-64vs Alabama State HornetsDec 7
W73-56vs Charleston Southern BuccaneersDec 2
W75-50vs Brescia BearcatsNov 26
L60-70at Southern Miss Golden EaglesNov 23
W69-68at Prairie View A&M PanthersNov 22
L73-87at Florida State SeminolesNov 19
W78-67at Bradley BravesNov 13
W97-42vs Kentucky Christian KnightsNov 10
W86-81at UNLV RebelsNov 5

Champion Christian Tigers

Last 9: 0-9Streak L960.7 scored · 117.1 allowed per game0-9 away

L62-124at Prairie View A&M PanthersDec 6
L64-129at Southern JaguarsNov 16
L63-110at Central Arkansas BearsNov 8
L65-127at McNeese CowboysNov 4
L56-123at UT Martin SkyhawksDec 15
L58-121at Southern JaguarsNov 25
L60-110at UT Rio Grande Valley VaquerosNov 11
L57-99at Arkansas-Pine Bluff Golden LionsNov 7
L61-111at UL Monroe WarhawksNov 5

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Tennessee State	23-10	-	15-5
Morehead State	20-13	-	15-5
Southeast Missouri State	20-13	1	14-6
UT Martin	22-11	2	13-7
SIU Edwardsville	19-13	3	12-8
Lindenwood	18-15	4	11-9
Little Rock	12-20	6	9-11
Tennessee Tech	13-18	6	8-12
Eastern Illinois	13-20	7	8-12
Southern Indiana	7-23	11	4-16
Western Illinois	5-26	14	1-19

Box score

Stat	Champion Christian Tigers	UT Martin Skyhawks
Field goals	19-67	35-78
Field goal %	28	45
Three-pointers	8-35	12-34
Three-point %	23	35
Free throws	6-6	14-20
Free throw %	100	70
Rebounds	28	65
Offensive rebounds	6	23
Defensive rebounds	22	42
Assists	12	23
Steals	12	14
Blocks	1	6
Turnovers	17	16
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	13	19
Fast-break points	12	20
Points in the paint	18	44
Fouls	16	7
Largest lead	0	44
Lead changes	0	0
Time in front	0	98

How the scoring went

1st Half31-38Kris Barnett made Jumper.
1st Half31-41AJ Hopkins made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Afan Trnka.
1st Half34-41Fred'travious Benjamin made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Adrian Brown.
1st Half34-44Ama Sow made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Afan Trnka.
1st Half34-46Afan Trnka made Layup. Assisted by Luca Colceag.
1st Half34-47Filip Radaković made Free Throw.
1st Half34-48Filip Radaković made Free Throw.
2nd Half34-49Matas Deniusas made Free Throw.
2nd Half36-49Cam Parker made Jumper.
2nd Half36-51Filip Radaković made Layup.
2nd Half36-53Pedro Santos made Layup.
2nd Half38-53Damian Bohlman made Layup.
2nd Half38-55Lamine Niang made Jumper.
2nd Half38-57Vladimir Khryapa made Dunk. Assisted by Lamine Niang.
2nd Half38-59Afan Trnka made Layup.
2nd Half41-59Damian Bohlman made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Fred'travious Benjamin.
2nd Half41-61Lamine Niang made Layup.
2nd Half41-64AJ Hopkins made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Damien King.
2nd Half43-64Kris Barnett made Layup. Assisted by Damian Bohlman.
2nd Half43-67AJ Hopkins made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Luca Colceag.
2nd Half43-68Filip Radaković made Free Throw.
2nd Half43-71AJ Hopkins made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Filip Radaković.
2nd Half43-74AJ Hopkins made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Luca Colceag.
2nd Half43-76Ama Sow made Layup. Assisted by Luca Colceag.
2nd Half45-76Cade Wilson made Jumper. Assisted by Caleb Ross.
2nd Half45-77Ama Sow made Free Throw.
2nd Half45-78Ama Sow made Free Throw.
2nd Half46-78Kris Barnett made Free Throw.
2nd Half47-78Kris Barnett made Free Throw.
2nd Half47-79Lamine Niang made Free Throw.
2nd Half47-80Lamine Niang made Free Throw.
2nd Half49-80Caleb Ross made Layup.
2nd Half49-82Lamine Niang made Layup. Assisted by Ty Price.
2nd Half52-82Caleb Ross made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half52-85AJ Hopkins made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Afan Trnka.
2nd Half52-88AJ Hopkins made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Afan Trnka.
2nd Half52-90Lamine Niang made Layup.
2nd Half52-92Lamine Niang made Layup. Assisted by Ama Sow.
2nd Half52-94Ama Sow made Layup.
2nd Half52-96Pedro Santos made Dunk. Assisted by Lamine Niang.

Win probability

Above the line favours UT Martin Skyhawks, below favours Champion Christian Tigers.