Bellarmine Knights Secure Win Against Chattanooga Mocs
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Knights Hall
Bellarmine Knights 79, Chattanooga Mocs 64, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Chattanooga Mocs vs Bellarmine Knights?
Bellarmine Knights beat Chattanooga Mocs 79-64 at Knights Hall on December 17, 2025.
Who was favored in Chattanooga Mocs vs Bellarmine Knights?
Chattanooga Mocs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -125 (about 56% implied). The underdog won.
In a decisive matchup, the Bellarmine Knights triumphed over the Chattanooga Mocs with a final score of 79-64 at Knights Hall. This victory marks a much-needed boost for the Knights, who had been struggling with a recent record of 4-5-1 over their last ten games and had lost their previous two outings. The Knights averaged 71.7 points scored per game while allowing 68.1 points during this stretch, but they showcased a stronger performance against the Mocs, especially in the second half.
The Mocs, on the other hand, entered the game with a record of 5-7, having gone 4-6 in their last ten games. They were on a one-game losing streak after suffering a 78-92 defeat to the Auburn Tigers. The Mocs averaged 78.1 points scored but also allowed 74.3 points in their recent games. Despite their scoring prowess, they struggled to contain the Knights’ offense in this matchup.
At home, the Knights held a record of 3-2, while the Mocs had a 1-4 record in away games leading up to this encounter. The Knights' home advantage was evident as they played with confidence in front of their fans. In their last five games, Bellarmine averaged 63.4 points scored and allowed only 58.0 points, indicating a potential shift towards a more defensive strategy.
In terms of previous meetings, the two teams had not faced each other recently, making this matchup particularly intriguing as both sought to establish dominance in this contest. The Knights were looking to capitalize on their home court, while the Mocs aimed to break their losing streak.
Injury reports indicated that both teams were relatively healthy, allowing them to field their best lineups. This factor contributed to the competitive nature of the game, as both sides were able to utilize their key players effectively.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Knights as slight underdogs with a spread of 1.5 points and a moneyline of +105. The Mocs were favored at -125, reflecting their slightly better overall record. The total for the game was set at 146.5, indicating expectations for a moderately high-scoring affair.
Game conditions were favorable, with no significant weather or venue-related issues reported, allowing both teams to focus solely on the game. The Knights capitalized on their home court advantage and demonstrated a strong performance, particularly in the second half where they pulled away from the Mocs.
As the game progressed, notable scoring plays included Jack Karasinski's layup assisted by Darrius Bolden, which brought the score to 74-60 in favor of the Knights. Jikari Johnson added to the Mocs' score with free throws, but it was not enough to close the gap. The Knights continued to extend their lead with Brian Waddell's tip-in layup, showcasing their offensive depth.
Overall, the Knights' ability to execute their game plan effectively and leverage their home court proved crucial in securing this victory against the Mocs.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UTC -1.5 | 146.5 o -110 / u -110 | Chattanooga Mocs -125 · Bellarmine Knights +105 |
Leaders
- PointsJack Karasinski20Bellarmine Knights
- AssistsDarrius Bolden7Bellarmine Knights
- ReboundsJack Karasinski12Bellarmine Knights
- PointsBrennan Watkins20Chattanooga Mocs
- AssistsJordan Frison4Chattanooga Mocs
- ReboundsBilly Smith6Chattanooga Mocs
Recent form
Bellarmine Knights
Last 10: 4-5-1Streak L271.7 scored · 68.1 allowed per game3-2 at home
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- W99-60vs Midway EaglesDec 4
- D0-0at Northern Illinois HuskiesNov 29
- W74-69vs Houston Christian HuskiesNov 26
- W70-58at The Citadel BulldogsNov 25
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- L86-94vs Wofford TerriersNov 15
- W94-55vs Hanover PanthersNov 13
- L71-98at Kansas State WildcatsNov 9
Chattanooga Mocs
Last 10: 4-6Streak L178.1 scored · 74.3 allowed per game1-4 away
- L78-92at Auburn TigersDec 13
- W103-46vs Oakwood AmbassadorsDec 10
- L70-74vs Southeast Missouri State RedhawksDec 6
- L64-70vs Tennessee State TigersNov 30
- W109-59vs Tennessee Wesleyan BulldogsNov 28
- W71-57vs North Alabama LionsNov 22
- W78-66at South Carolina State BulldogsNov 20
- L73-91at Florida Gulf Coast EaglesNov 15
- L69-101at UNLV RebelsNov 9
- L66-87at Saint Mary's GaelsNov 8
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Tennessee State | 23-11 | - | 13-5 |
| Mercer | 19-13 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Wofford | 19-13 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Samford | 18-14 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Furman | 22-13 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Western Carolina | 15-16 | 3 | 10-8 |
| UNC Greensboro | 15-19 | 4 | 9-9 |
| Chattanooga | 13-19 | 6 | 7-11 |
| The Citadel | 11-22 | 6 | 7-11 |
| VMI | 6-26 | 12 | 1-17 |
| Austin Peay | 22-9 | +1 | 15-3 |
| Central Arkansas | 22-12 | +1 | 15-3 |
| Queens University | 21-14 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Lipscomb | 19-13 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Florida Gulf Coast | 16-18 | 7 | 8-10 |
| West Georgia | 15-17 | 6 | 8-10 |
| Bellarmine | 13-19 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Jacksonville | 12-20 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Stetson | 12-21 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Eastern Kentucky | 11-21 | 7 | 7-11 |
| North Florida | 7-25 | 10 | 5-13 |
| North Alabama | 9-21 | 10 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Chattanooga Mocs | Bellarmine Knights |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-64 | 25-53 |
| Field goal % | 33 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 10-46 | 10-26 |
| Three-point % | 22 | 38 |
| Free throws | 12-15 | 19-22 |
| Free throw % | 80 | 86 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 41 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 34 |
| Assists | 9 | 16 |
| Steals | 10 | 6 |
| Blocks | 2 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 7 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Points off turnovers | 7 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 3 | 15 |
| Points in the paint | 18 | 30 |
| Fouls | 20 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 12 | 15 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 61 | 35 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half43-40Brian Waddell makes driving layup
- 2nd Half46-40Jordan Frison makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half46-42Brian Waddell makes layup (Darrius Bolden assists)
- 2nd Half46-44Brian Waddell makes layup (Darrius Bolden assists)
- 2nd Half46-46Brian Waddell makes driving layup
- 2nd Half49-46Brennan Watkins makes 27-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half49-48Jack Karasinski makes driving layup
- 2nd Half51-48Jordan Frison makes 11-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half51-51Jack Karasinski makes 27-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half51-52Kenyon Goodin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-53Kenyon Goodin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-53Jordan Frison makes 14-foot jumper
- 2nd Half53-55Jack Karasinski makes layup (Brian Waddell assists)
- 2nd Half53-56Donovan Hunter makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-57Donovan Hunter makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-59Brian Waddell makes driving layup
- 2nd Half53-60Brian Waddell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-61Brian Waddell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-62Michael Wilson Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-63Michael Wilson Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-66Kenyon Goodin makes 25-foot three point jumper (Darrius Bolden assists)
- 2nd Half56-66Teddy Washington Jr. makes 29-foot three point jumper (Billy Smith assists)
- 2nd Half56-67Michael Wilson Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-67Jordan Frison makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-67Jordan Frison makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-68Darrius Bolden makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-69Darrius Bolden makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-70Jack Karasinski makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-71Kenyon Goodin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-72Kenyon Goodin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-72Brennan Watkins makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-72Brennan Watkins makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-74Jack Karasinski makes layup (Darrius Bolden assists)
- 2nd Half61-74Jikari Johnson makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half62-74Jikari Johnson makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half62-75Brian Waddell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-77Brian Waddell makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half64-77Parker Robison makes driving layup
- 2nd Half64-78Jack Karasinski makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-79Jack Karasinski makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Bellarmine Knights, below favours Chattanooga Mocs.
Venue
- Knights HallLouisville, KY
- Attendance1192
- OfficialsLuke Schumer, James Curran, Kindric Link
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