East Tennessee State Defeats Chattanooga 73-61
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Freedom Hall (TN)
East Tennessee State Buccaneers 73, Chattanooga Mocs 61, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Chattanooga Mocs vs East Tennessee State Buccaneers?
East Tennessee State Buccaneers beat Chattanooga Mocs 73-61 at Freedom Hall (TN) on February 11, 2026.
Who was favored in Chattanooga Mocs vs East Tennessee State Buccaneers?
East Tennessee State Buccaneers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -600 (about 86% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the East Tennessee State Buccaneers secured a 73-61 victory over the Chattanooga Mocs at Freedom Hall. This win further solidifies ETSU's strong standing with a home record of 19-7, while Chattanooga falls to 10-16 for the season.
ETSU has been in impressive form, winning eight of their last ten games, including a current three-game winning streak. They have averaged 79.8 points scored per game during this stretch, while allowing 69.8 points. Their recent performances included victories over VMI Keydets, Furman Paladins, and Wofford Terriers, showcasing their offensive prowess.
Chattanooga, on the other hand, has struggled lately, with a record of 4-6 in their last ten games and currently on a one-game losing streak. They have averaged 72.6 points scored but have allowed 75.7 points per game during this period. Their last five games have seen them win just one, with a notable loss against The Citadel Bulldogs in their most recent outing.
In terms of home and away performance, ETSU has maintained a solid home record of 4-1 in their last five games, while Chattanooga has a mixed away record of 2-2 in their last four away games. The Buccaneers previously faced the Mocs earlier this season on January 22, winning that tight contest 67-66.
The injury picture for this game was not detailed in the block, so both teams appeared to enter the game at full strength. The market had priced ETSU as significant favorites, with DraftKings listing the Buccaneers at -10.5 on the spread and a moneyline of -600, while Chattanooga was at +440.
Conditions at Freedom Hall were conducive to a competitive game, and viewers were able to witness a series of scoring plays that highlighted the Buccaneers' ability to maintain their lead in the second half. Key moments included Brian Taylor II making crucial layups and free throws, alongside contributions from Cam Morris III and Jordan McCullum, who helped seal the victory.
Overall, this game showcased East Tennessee State's dominance at home and their ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities, while Chattanooga continues to seek consistency as they navigate the remainder of their season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | ETSU -10.5 | 145.5 o -110 / u -110 | Chattanooga Mocs +440 · East Tennessee State Buccaneers -600 |
Leaders
- PointsJordan McCullum24East Tennessee State Buccaneers
- AssistsBrian Taylor II4East Tennessee State Buccaneers
- ReboundsJordan McCullum6East Tennessee State Buccaneers
- PointsJordan Frison15Chattanooga Mocs
- AssistsJordan Frison5Chattanooga Mocs
- ReboundsJordan Frison6Chattanooga Mocs
Recent form
East Tennessee State Buccaneers
Last 10: 8-2Streak W379.8 scored · 69.8 allowed per game4-1 at home
- W87-70at VMI KeydetsFeb 7
- W75-71vs Furman PaladinsFeb 5
- W86-72at Wofford TerriersFeb 2
- L88-90vs Western Carolina CatamountsJan 30
- W84-55vs The Citadel BulldogsJan 24
- W67-66at Chattanooga MocsJan 22
- W76-75at Samford BulldogsJan 17
- L68-72at Western Carolina CatamountsJan 14
- W86-60vs UNC Greensboro SpartansJan 10
- W81-67vs VMI KeydetsJan 8
Chattanooga Mocs
Last 10: 4-6Streak L172.6 scored · 75.7 allowed per game2-2 away
- L71-78vs The Citadel BulldogsFeb 7
- W79-75vs Mercer BearsFeb 6
- L70-75at Furman PaladinsFeb 1
- L55-81vs Wofford TerriersJan 29
- L64-75at Samford BulldogsJan 24
- L66-67vs East Tennessee State BuccaneersJan 22
- W90-82at Western Carolina CatamountsJan 17
- W76-67at Wofford TerriersJan 14
- W88-79vs Samford BulldogsJan 10
- L67-78vs Furman PaladinsJan 7
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 |
Box score
| Stat | Chattanooga Mocs | East Tennessee State Buccaneers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-55 | 21-54 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 39 |
| Three-pointers | 7-24 | 5-20 |
| Three-point % | 29 | 25 |
| Free throws | 10-12 | 26-35 |
| Free throw % | 83 | 74 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 5 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 30 | 28 |
| Assists | 9 | 11 |
| Steals | 1 | 7 |
| Blocks | 1 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 5 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 4 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 5 | 8 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 30 |
| Fouls | 24 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 12 |
| Lead changes | 7 | 7 |
| Time in front | 6 | 82 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half34-35Jordan McCullum makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half34-36Jordan McCullum makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half36-36Jordan Frison makes layup
- 2nd Half36-37Cam Morris III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half36-38Cam Morris III makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half39-38Collin Mulholland makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jordan Frison assists)
- 2nd Half39-40Cam Morris III makes layup
- 2nd Half39-43Jordan McCullum makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jaylen Smith assists)
- 2nd Half41-43Brennan Watkins makes layup
- 2nd Half42-43Brennan Watkins makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half42-45Blake Barkley makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half42-46Blake Barkley makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half42-48Jordan McCullum makes layup (Allen Strothers assists)
- 2nd Half45-48Brennan Watkins makes 24-foot three point jumper (Houston Holland assists)
- 2nd Half45-50Maki Johnson makes 1-foot dunk (Jordan McCullum assists)
- 2nd Half47-50Teddy Washington Jr. makes 13-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half47-52Brian Taylor II makes layup (Allen Strothers assists)
- 2nd Half47-53Brian Taylor II makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-55Jordan McCullum makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half47-57Brian Taylor II makes layup
- 2nd Half49-57Jikari Johnson makes layup (Jordan Frison assists)
- 2nd Half49-58Jordan McCullum makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-59Jordan McCullum makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-59Tate Darner makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jordan Frison assists)
- 2nd Half54-59Tate Darner makes 13-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half56-59Jordan Frison makes 16-foot jumper
- 2nd Half56-62Maki Johnson makes 29-foot three point jumper (Brian Taylor II assists)
- 2nd Half56-63Blake Barkley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-64Blake Barkley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-64Jikari Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-64Jikari Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-64Jikari Johnson makes layup
- 2nd Half60-66Brian Taylor II makes layup
- 2nd Half60-67Cam Morris III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-68Cam Morris III makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-70Jordan McCullum makes layup (Brian Taylor II assists)
- 2nd Half61-70Tate Darner makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-71Brian Taylor II makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-72Maki Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-73Maki Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours East Tennessee State Buccaneers, below favours Chattanooga Mocs.
Venue
- Freedom Hall (TN)Johnson City, TN
- Attendance4854
- OfficialsRyan Christian, Devyn Page, Marvin Harris Jr.
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