Charleston Southern Tops East Carolina in NCAAB Clash
Friday, November 21, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Williams Arena at Minges Coliseum
Charleston Southern Buccaneers 77, East Carolina Pirates 65, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Charleston Southern Buccaneers vs East Carolina Pirates?
Charleston Southern Buccaneers beat East Carolina Pirates 77-65 at Williams Arena at Minges Coliseum on November 21, 2025.
The Charleston Southern Buccaneers secured a 77-65 victory over the East Carolina Pirates in their recent NCAAB matchup at Williams Arena at Minges Coliseum. This game was notable as it showcased the Buccaneers' ability to capitalize on their scoring opportunities, particularly in the second half, where they maintained control and extended their lead.
Charleston Southern entered the game with a record of 4-3, while East Carolina had a 2-3 record. The Buccaneers had shown resilience in their recent form, having won their last game against IU Indianapolis Jaguars with a score of 103-91. In contrast, the Pirates were coming off a loss to UNC Wilmington Seahawks, where they fell 60-85. This loss extended East Carolina's current losing streak to one, while Charleston Southern was on a one-game winning streak.
In terms of scoring averages, East Carolina had been averaging 74.2 points per game while allowing 80.0, indicating a struggle on the defensive end. Their last five games reflected a similar trend, with an average of 74.4 points scored and 85.0 points allowed. On the other hand, Charleston Southern averaged 76.2 points scored and 81.5 points allowed over their last ten games, with their last five showing a stronger offensive output of 89.2 points scored against 79.8 allowed.
When looking at home and away performances, East Carolina had a perfect home record of 6-0 before this game, but their away record was a concerning 0-4. Charleston Southern, meanwhile, had a home record of 2-2 and an away record of 1-5, emphasizing their struggles in away games. This matchup was crucial for both teams as they sought to improve their standings early in the season.
Historically, the two teams had not faced each other recently, making this game an intriguing encounter as both sought to establish dominance. The injury report did not indicate any notable absences that could have impacted the game significantly, allowing both teams to field their key players.
Betting lines prior to the game indicated a strong preference for Charleston Southern, with odds reflecting their recent form and overall performance. The market, attributed to its provider, suggested that the Buccaneers were favored to win, which they ultimately did.
The game conditions were conducive for basketball, with a standard indoor arena environment that typically favors offensive play. Fans were treated to a competitive atmosphere as both teams battled for supremacy on the court.
As the game unfolded, key moments included several scoring plays by Charleston Southern, particularly from Brycen Blaine, who made crucial free throws and a jumper that helped solidify their lead in the second half. The Pirates attempted to respond with layups from Tybo Bailey and Jordan Riley, but their efforts were not enough to close the gap.
In conclusion, the Charleston Southern Buccaneers demonstrated their offensive prowess and ability to execute under pressure, securing a solid victory against the East Carolina Pirates. This win not only boosts their confidence but also sets a tone for their upcoming games as they look to build on this momentum.
Leaders
- PointsGiovanni Emejuru18East Carolina Pirates
- AssistsCorey Caulker3East Carolina Pirates
- ReboundsGiovanni Emejuru12East Carolina Pirates
- PointsBrycen Blaine23Charleston Southern Buccaneers
- AssistsLuke Williams6Charleston Southern Buccaneers
- ReboundsBrycen Blaine12Charleston Southern Buccaneers
Recent form
East Carolina Pirates
Last 10: 6-4Streak L174.2 scored · 80 allowed per game6-0 at home
- L60-85at UNC Wilmington SeahawksNov 19
- W71-70vs Elizabeth City State VikingsNov 14
- L72-87at Richmond SpidersNov 8
- W92-89vs Georgia Southern EaglesNov 5
- L77-94at UAB BlazersMar 15
- W70-65vs UTSA RoadrunnersMar 14
- L53-81at Florida Atlantic OwlsMar 9
- W73-64vs Tulane Green WaveMar 7
- W78-76vs Charlotte 49ersMar 2
- W96-89vs UTSA RoadrunnersFeb 23
Charleston Southern Buccaneers
Last 10: 3-7Streak W176.2 scored · 81.5 allowed per game1-5 away
- W103-91vs IU Indianapolis JaguarsNov 19
- L77-83vs Lindenwood LionsNov 14
- L64-68at Alabama A&M BulldogsNov 14
- W96-86at The Citadel BulldogsNov 11
- W106-71vs Toccoa Falls EaglesNov 7
- L67-98at Virginia Tech HokiesNov 4
- L60-80at UNC Asheville BulldogsMar 7
- L60-76at Radford HighlandersMar 1
- L69-79vs South Carolina Upstate SpartansFeb 22
- L60-83at High Point PanthersFeb 20
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Point | 31-5 | - | 15-1 |
| Winthrop | 23-11 | 2 | 13-3 |
| Radford | 16-16 | 6 | 9-7 |
| Longwood | 16-16 | 7 | 8-8 |
| UNC Asheville | 15-17 | 7 | 8-8 |
| Presbyterian | 15-18 | 8 | 7-9 |
| Charleston Southern | 15-17 | 9 | 6-10 |
| South Carolina Upstate | 13-19 | 10 | 5-11 |
| Gardner-Webb | 4-29 | 14 | 1-15 |
| 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 Southern Buccaneers | East Carolina Pirates |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-60 | 25-60 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 15-34 | 2-11 |
| Three-point % | 44 | 18 |
| Free throws | 10-13 | 13-24 |
| Free throw % | 77 | 54 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 5 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 28 |
| Assists | 17 | 9 |
| Steals | 5 | 4 |
| Blocks | 3 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 17 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 13 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 20 | 44 |
| Fouls | 23 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 14 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half40-32Nate Brafford made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Luke Williams.
- 2nd Half40-34Eli DeLaurier made Layup. Assisted by Tybo Bailey.
- 2nd Half43-34Nate Brafford made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jacob Taylor.
- 2nd Half43-36Jordan Riley made Jumper.
- 2nd Half43-38Luke Davis made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half43-40Jordan Riley made Jumper.
- 2nd Half46-40Brycen Blaine made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half46-42Isaiah Mbeng made Layup.
- 2nd Half48-42Brycen Blaine made Layup.
- 2nd Half48-44Giovanni Emejuru made Layup. Assisted by Isaiah Mbeng.
- 2nd Half51-44Trent Coleman made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Nate Brafford.
- 2nd Half51-46Jordan Riley made Layup.
- 2nd Half51-48Luke Davis made Jumper.
- 2nd Half54-48A'lahn Sumler made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Brycen Blaine.
- 2nd Half55-48Reis Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-48Reis Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-48A'lahn Sumler made Layup.
- 2nd Half58-50Giovanni Emejuru made Layup. Assisted by Corey Caulker.
- 2nd Half58-51Giovanni Emejuru made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-53Tybo Bailey made Layup.
- 2nd Half60-53Brycen Blaine made Jumper.
- 2nd Half60-55Corey Caulker made Layup.
- 2nd Half62-55Luke Williams made Layup.
- 2nd Half62-56Luke Davis made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-56Lase Olalere made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-56Brycen Blaine made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-56Brycen Blaine made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-58Giovanni Emejuru made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half68-58Brycen Blaine made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Lase Olalere.
- 2nd Half68-59Giovanni Emejuru made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-59Brycen Blaine made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Luke Williams.
- 2nd Half71-60Jordan Riley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-61Giovanni Emejuru made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-61Brycen Blaine made Jumper.
- 2nd Half74-61Brycen Blaine made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-61Brycen Blaine made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-63Tybo Bailey made Layup.
- 2nd Half76-63A'lahn Sumler made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-63Brycen Blaine made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-65Jordan Riley made Layup.
Win probability
Above the line favours East Carolina Pirates, below favours Charleston Southern Buccaneers.
Venue
- Williams Arena at Minges ColiseumGreenville, NC
- Attendance3327
- OfficialsJose Carrion, Mike Nance, Michael Swoboda
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