South Florida Bulls Edge Charleston Cougars 81-75
Wednesday, December 10, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Yuengling Center
South Florida Bulls 81, Charleston Cougars 75, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Charleston Cougars vs South Florida Bulls?
South Florida Bulls beat Charleston Cougars 81-75 at Yuengling Center on December 10, 2025.
Who was favored in Charleston Cougars vs South Florida Bulls?
South Florida Bulls were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1450 (about 94% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested matchup, the South Florida Bulls triumphed over the Charleston Cougars with a final score of 81-75 at the Yuengling Center. This victory marks an important win for the Bulls, who improved their home record to 7-4, while the Cougars fell to 4-7 overall. The game showcased the Bulls' ability to maintain composure in the second half, ultimately leading to their success against a competitive Charleston side.
The Bulls entered the game with a home record of 6-4 and had been showing signs of improvement, having won their last game against Utah State Aggies 74-61. Their recent form indicated a balanced scoring average of 87.3 points per game at home, while allowing 79.4 points, which suggested a propensity for high-scoring affairs. Over their last ten games, the Bulls had a record of 5-5, and they were on a one-game winning streak, averaging 80.0 points while allowing 83.2 in their last five games.
Conversely, the Cougars had a record of 4-6 and were struggling with consistency. They had lost their previous game against Belmont Bruins 73-96, and their last ten games reflected a record of 4-6 with an average of 73.1 points scored and 73.6 points allowed. In their last five games, the Cougars averaged 69.0 points scored while allowing 73.0, indicating a need for improvement on both ends of the court.
Historically, this matchup had been in favor of the Cougars, who had defeated the Bulls 86-71 in their previous meeting on November 9, 2024. However, the Bulls were determined to turn the tide in this contest, especially playing on their home court. The Bulls' home advantage was evident, as they had a strong record of 3-1 at home in their last four games prior to this matchup.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details regarding player availability, but both teams were expected to field their best lineups. The market had priced the Bulls as significant favorites, with DraftKings offering odds of -13.5 for the spread and a money line of -1450 for South Florida, while the Cougars were at +850. The total for the game was set at 160.5, reflecting expectations for a high-scoring contest.
The game conditions were conducive to a competitive atmosphere, with fans in attendance cheering for their respective teams. The Bulls' offense was highlighted by key plays in the second half, including a crucial three-point jumper by Joseph Pinion and a series of layups from Tristan Beckford and Jlynn Counter that kept the Bulls in the lead.
As the game unfolded, South Florida maintained a slight edge, with the score sitting at 75-71 before Izaiyah Nelson extended the lead with a dunk and subsequent free throws, bringing the score to 81-75. The Bulls' ability to capitalize on key scoring opportunities in the final minutes proved decisive in securing the win.
Overall, this matchup not only showcased the Bulls' resilience but also highlighted the need for the Cougars to regroup and address their defensive shortcomings as they move forward in the season. The Bulls will look to build on this momentum, while the Cougars will seek to bounce back in their upcoming games.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | USF -13.5 | 160.5 o -112 / u -108 | Charleston Cougars +850 · South Florida Bulls -1450 |
Leaders
- PointsJoseph Pinion21South Florida Bulls
- AssistsCJ Brown5South Florida Bulls
- ReboundsIzaiyah Nelson9South Florida Bulls
- PointsJlynn Counter19Charleston Cougars
- AssistsJlynn Counter6Charleston Cougars
- ReboundsJaxon Prunty6Charleston Cougars
Recent form
South Florida Bulls
Last 10: 5-5Streak W187.3 scored · 79.4 allowed per game3-1 at home
- W74-61vs Utah State AggiesDec 5
- L68-83vs Colorado State RamsNov 28
- W97-91at Western Kentucky HilltoppersNov 27
- L66-78at VCU RamsNov 26
- L95-103at Oklahoma State CowboysNov 20
- W108-89at Kennesaw State OwlsNov 16
- W100-50vs Coppin State EaglesNov 13
- L95-99at George Washington RevolutionariesNov 8
- W102-67vs Florida A&M RattlersNov 4
- L68-73at Wichita State ShockersMar 13
Charleston Cougars
Last 10: 4-6Streak L173.1 scored · 73.6 allowed per game1-2 away
- L73-96vs Belmont BruinsNov 30
- W78-59at Evansville Purple AcesNov 24
- L63-74vs Yale BulldogsNov 23
- W69-65vs Massachusetts MinutemenNov 21
- L62-71vs Drake BulldogsNov 18
- W88-61vs South Carolina State BulldogsNov 15
- L77-94vs Florida Atlantic OwlsNov 8
- L75-90at Liberty FlamesNov 7
- W79-58vs Tusculum PioneersNov 4
- L67-68at UNC Wilmington SeahawksMar 11
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 |
| South Florida | 25-9 | - | 15-3 |
| Tulsa | 30-8 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Wichita State | 24-12 | 2 | 13-5 |
| UAB | 20-12 | 4 | 11-7 |
| North Texas | 19-14 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Florida Atlantic | 18-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Charlotte | 17-17 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Tulane | 18-15 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Temple | 16-16 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Memphis | 13-19 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Rice | 13-18 | 8 | 7-11 |
| East Carolina | 11-20 | 9 | 6-12 |
| UTSA | 5-25 | 14 | 1-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Charleston Cougars | South Florida Bulls |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-62 | 28-69 |
| Field goal % | 37 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 9-28 | 9-32 |
| Three-point % | 32 | 28 |
| Free throws | 20-25 | 16-23 |
| Free throw % | 80 | 70 |
| Rebounds | 42 | 47 |
| Offensive rebounds | 17 | 21 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 26 |
| Assists | 10 | 15 |
| Steals | 6 | 10 |
| Blocks | 10 | 8 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 25 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 22 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 38 |
| Fouls | 21 | 22 |
| Largest lead | 11 | 13 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 27 | 67 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half43-46Martin Kalu made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jlynn Counter.
- 2nd Half44-46Jaxon Prunty made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-46Jaxon Prunty made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-48CJ Brown made Layup.
- 2nd Half48-48Chol Machot made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jaxon Prunty.
- 2nd Half48-51Wes Enis made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by CJ Brown.
- 2nd Half48-53Wes Enis made Jumper.
- 2nd Half48-55Isaiah Jones made Layup. Assisted by Tristan Beckford.
- 2nd Half50-55Christian Reeves made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half52-55Connor Hickman made Dunk.
- 2nd Half55-55Connor Hickman made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jlynn Counter.
- 2nd Half55-57Adriel Nyorha made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half57-57Martin Kalu made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half57-59Tristan Beckford made Dunk. Assisted by CJ Brown.
- 2nd Half59-59Connor Hickman made Jumper.
- 2nd Half59-60Izaiyah Nelson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-61Izaiyah Nelson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-62Joseph Pinion made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-64Izaiyah Nelson made Dunk. Assisted by Wes Enis.
- 2nd Half62-64Connor Hickman made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half62-65Izaiyah Nelson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-65Martin Kalu made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jaxon Prunty.
- 2nd Half65-66CJ Brown made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-67CJ Brown made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-69Joseph Pinion made Layup.
- 2nd Half65-70Tristan Beckford made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-70Jlynn Counter made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half67-72CJ Brown made Layup.
- 2nd Half68-72Martin Kalu made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-72Martin Kalu made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-72Jlynn Counter made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-72Jlynn Counter made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-75Joseph Pinion made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by CJ Brown.
- 2nd Half71-77Tristan Beckford made Layup.
- 2nd Half73-77Jlynn Counter made Layup.
- 2nd Half73-79Izaiyah Nelson made Dunk.
- 2nd Half74-79Jaxon Prunty made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-79Jaxon Prunty made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-80Izaiyah Nelson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-81Izaiyah Nelson made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours South Florida Bulls, below favours Charleston Cougars.
Venue
- Yuengling CenterTampa, FL
- Attendance3199
- OfficialsSteven Anderson, Joe Lindsay, Clarence Armstrong
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