Charlotte 49ers Upset UAB Blazers in Thrilling Game
Friday, March 13, 2026, 1:00 PM ET · Legacy Arena at BJCC
Charlotte 49ers 83, UAB Blazers 78, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Charlotte 49ers vs UAB Blazers?
Charlotte 49ers beat UAB Blazers 83-78 at Legacy Arena at BJCC on March 13, 2026.
Who was favored in Charlotte 49ers vs UAB Blazers?
UAB Blazers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -225 (about 69% implied). The underdog won.
In a surprising turn of events, the Charlotte 49ers defeated the UAB Blazers with a final score of 83-78 at the Legacy Arena at BJCC. This victory marks a significant achievement for Charlotte, who had previously lost to UAB earlier in the season. The win improves Charlotte's record to 17-16, while UAB falls to 20-12.
Both teams entered the game with contrasting recent forms. UAB had been performing well, boasting a 7-3 record over their last ten games, with an average of 72.7 points scored and 69.8 points allowed. They were on a two-game winning streak, having recently defeated East Carolina Pirates 90-83 and Charlotte 80-74. However, Charlotte had struggled in their last ten games, holding a 3-7 record, but they managed to snap a losing streak with a win against Tulane Green Wave just prior to facing UAB.
The Blazers had a home record of 20-12, but their performance at home was less impressive, with a 2-3 record in their last five home games. In contrast, Charlotte had struggled on the road, holding an away record of 0-5 in their last five games, which made their victory even more unexpected.
In their previous meetings this season, UAB had bested Charlotte twice, including a win on March 5, 2026, where they won 80-74. The two teams also faced off earlier in the 2025 season, where UAB won decisively 96-78. This history of UAB dominance added to the anticipation of the match, but Charlotte's performance turned the narrative on its head.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the performance of both teams suggested they were fielding their best available players for this crucial matchup. The odds from DraftKings indicated UAB as the favorites, with a spread of -5.5 and a money line of -225. Charlotte was listed with a money line of 185. The total points for the game were set at 147.5, reflecting expectations of a competitive scoring battle.
The conditions at the venue were conducive to an exciting game, with both teams looking to capitalize on their strengths. UAB had been averaging 76.4 points in their last five games, while Charlotte had been scoring an average of 72.8 points. The game was characterized by a series of scoring plays that kept the audience engaged until the final buzzer.
Key moments included Quaran McPherson's free throws and a critical three-point jumper that helped Charlotte maintain their lead in the closing minutes. Dayjaun Anderson and Damoni Harrison also contributed significantly with crucial baskets that extended their advantage. UAB's Daniel Rivera and Dezayne Mingo attempted to rally their team back, but ultimately, Charlotte held on for the win.
This game serves as a reminder of the unpredictability of college basketball, with Charlotte's victory over UAB highlighting their resilience and ability to perform under pressure. The outcome may have implications for both teams as they look to build on this game moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UAB -5.5 | 147.5 o -115 / u -105 | Charlotte 49ers +185 · UAB Blazers -225 |
Leaders
- PointsDaniel Rivera20UAB Blazers
- AssistsChance Westry15UAB Blazers
- ReboundsDaniel Rivera9UAB Blazers
- PointsDezayne Mingo35Charlotte 49ers
- AssistsDezayne Mingo6Charlotte 49ers
- ReboundsAnton Bonke9Charlotte 49ers
Recent form
UAB Blazers
Last 10: 7-3Streak W272.7 scored · 69.8 allowed per game2-3 at home
- W90-83vs East Carolina PiratesMar 8
- W80-74at Charlotte 49ersMar 5
- L58-62vs North Texas Mean GreenMar 1
- W78-67at Memphis TigersFeb 22
- W76-71at Temple OwlsFeb 19
- L54-55vs Tulane Green WaveFeb 15
- W68-63at Tulsa Golden HurricaneFeb 12
- W71-65vs Rice OwlsFeb 8
- L80-90vs Memphis TigersFeb 6
- W72-68at North Texas Mean GreenFeb 1
Charlotte 49ers
Last 10: 3-7Streak W170.3 scored · 75.3 allowed per game0-5 away
- W74-60vs Tulane Green WaveMar 12
- L60-83at South Florida BullsMar 8
- L74-80vs UAB BlazersMar 5
- L76-77at Florida Atlantic OwlsMar 1
- W80-79vs North Texas Mean GreenFeb 26
- W68-56vs East Carolina PiratesFeb 21
- L74-79at Tulsa Golden HurricaneFeb 19
- L79-88vs UTSA RoadrunnersFeb 15
- L54-77at Memphis TigersFeb 8
- L64-74at Wichita State ShockersFeb 5
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Charlotte 49ers | UAB Blazers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-58 | 32-63 |
| Field goal % | 52 | 51 |
| Three-pointers | 14-29 | 4-19 |
| Three-point % | 48 | 21 |
| Free throws | 9-17 | 10-17 |
| Free throw % | 53 | 59 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 21 |
| Assists | 21 | 24 |
| Steals | 3 | 6 |
| Blocks | 4 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 6 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 12 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 52 |
| Fouls | 15 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 6 |
| Lead changes | 10 | 10 |
| Time in front | 47 | 37 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half38-39Dayjaun Anderson makes driving layup (Chance Westry assists)
- 2nd Half38-41Dayjaun Anderson makes layup (Daniel Rivera assists)
- 2nd Half41-41Dezayne Mingo makes 27-foot three point jumper (Spencer Elliott assists)
- 2nd Half41-43Daniel Rivera makes 2-foot dunk (Chance Westry assists)
- 2nd Half44-43Dezayne Mingo makes 27-foot three point jumper (Nick Richart assists)
- 2nd Half44-44Daniel Rivera makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-45Daniel Rivera makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-45Dezayne Mingo makes driving layup
- 2nd Half46-47Chance Westry makes layup (Salim London assists)
- 2nd Half46-48Chance Westry makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half49-48Dezayne Mingo makes 28-foot three point jumper (Damoni Harrison assists)
- 2nd Half51-48Anton Bonke makes 1-foot dunk (Dezayne Mingo assists)
- 2nd Half51-50Daniel Rivera makes layup (Chance Westry assists)
- 2nd Half51-51Daniel Rivera makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half54-51Spencer Elliott makes 23-foot three point jumper (Dezayne Mingo assists)
- 2nd Half56-51Ben Bradford makes driving layup
- 2nd Half56-53Salim London makes layup (Daniel Rivera assists)
- 2nd Half58-53Damoni Harrison makes layup (Dezayne Mingo assists)
- 2nd Half58-55Salim London makes layup (Chance Westry assists)
- 2nd Half61-55Ben Bradford makes 25-foot three point jumper (Spencer Elliott assists)
- 2nd Half62-55Ben Bradford makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-58Quaran McPherson makes 26-foot three point jumper (KyeRon Lindsay-Martin assists)
- 2nd Half65-58Dezayne Mingo makes 30-foot three point jumper (Raul Villar assists)
- 2nd Half65-60KyeRon Lindsay-Martin makes 5-foot jumper (Chance Westry assists)
- 2nd Half68-60Damoni Harrison makes 28-foot three point jumper (Raul Villar assists)
- 2nd Half68-62Chance Westry makes driving layup
- 2nd Half70-62Damoni Harrison makes 12-foot jumper (Spencer Elliott assists)
- 2nd Half70-65Quaran McPherson makes 27-foot three point jumper (Chance Westry assists)
- 2nd Half73-65Damoni Harrison makes 30-foot three point jumper (Anton Bonke assists)
- 2nd Half73-67Daniel Rivera makes 2-foot dunk (Chance Westry assists)
- 2nd Half76-67Dezayne Mingo makes 28-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half76-69Chance Westry makes driving layup
- 2nd Half76-70Quaran McPherson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-72Dayjaun Anderson makes 7-foot jumper
- 2nd Half76-75Quaran McPherson makes 27-foot three point jumper (Dayjaun Anderson assists)
- 2nd Half79-75Damoni Harrison makes 26-foot three point jumper (Anton Bonke assists)
- 2nd Half79-76Chance Westry makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-78Daniel Rivera makes layup (Chance Westry assists)
- 2nd Half81-78Dezayne Mingo makes driving layup
- 2nd Half83-78Raul Villar makes layup (Dezayne Mingo assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours UAB Blazers, below favours Charlotte 49ers.
Venue
- Legacy Arena at BJCCBirmingham, AL
- OfficialsChuck Jones, Garrick Shannon, Josue Nieves
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