NCAAB · Final

UNC Greensboro Triumphs Over Chattanooga in Close Contest

Thursday, January 1, 2026, 4:00 PM ET · Bodford Arena

UNC Greensboro Spartans 77, Chattanooga Mocs 72, 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 UNC Greensboro Spartans?

UNC Greensboro Spartans beat Chattanooga Mocs 77-72 at Bodford Arena on January 1, 2026.

Who was favored in Chattanooga Mocs vs UNC Greensboro Spartans?

Chattanooga Mocs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -135 (about 57% implied). The underdog won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the UNC Greensboro Spartans emerged victorious against the Chattanooga Mocs with a final score of 77-72. This game, played at Bodford Arena, showcased the Spartans' ability to capitalize on crucial moments, particularly in the second half, where they demonstrated resilience and strategic play.

Both teams entered this game with similar records, with UNC Greensboro holding a 5-9 overall record and Chattanooga at 6-8. The Spartans had been showing signs of improvement, having a recent record of 4-6 in their last ten games, including a current winning streak of one game. Their scoring average over this stretch was 80.1 points per game, while they allowed an average of 73.3 points. In contrast, the Mocs had a record of 5-5 in their last ten games, also on a one-game winning streak, averaging 78.3 points scored and 70.0 points allowed.

At home, the Spartans had a record of 3-3, while their away record stood at 1-3. The Mocs, on the other hand, had a home record of 3-2 and an away record of 2-3. This game marked an important opportunity for both teams to improve their standings and build momentum as the season progressed.

Historically, this matchup has been competitive, with the teams having split their previous two meetings this season. The most recent encounter prior to this game took place on February 28, 2025, where Chattanooga defeated UNC Greensboro 75-63 at home. Earlier in the season, on January 9, 2025, the Spartans had secured a narrow victory over the Mocs, winning 78-75.

In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but the performance of both teams could have been influenced by the health of their rosters. The market had priced the game with Chattanooga favored by 2.5 points, according to DraftKings, with a total set at 147.5. The odds reflected a competitive matchup, with the home moneyline for UNC Greensboro at +114 and the away moneyline for Chattanooga at -135.

The conditions in Bodford Arena were conducive for basketball, and the atmosphere was charged as fans gathered to support their teams. As the game progressed, key plays defined the outcome. Notably, in the second half, Valentino Pinedo made a significant dunk, tying the game at 69-69. However, the Spartans responded with a critical three-point jumper from Noah Norgaard, which helped them regain the lead. Norgaard continued to contribute, making a driving layup and converting free throws that ultimately sealed the victory for UNC Greensboro.

This game highlighted the importance of clutch performances and strategic execution in close contests. Viewers were treated to a thrilling display of basketball, and the Spartans' ability to capitalize on key moments was pivotal in their success against the Mocs.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	UTC -2.5	147.5 o -108 / u -112	Chattanooga Mocs -135 · UNC Greensboro Spartans +114

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Leaders

PointsKJ Younger24UNC Greensboro Spartans
AssistsJustin Neely4UNC Greensboro Spartans
ReboundsJustin Neely11UNC Greensboro Spartans
PointsJikari Johnson15Chattanooga Mocs
AssistsJordan Frison7Chattanooga Mocs
ReboundsTate Darner7Chattanooga Mocs

Recent form

UNC Greensboro Spartans

Last 10: 4-6Streak W180.1 scored · 73.3 allowed per game3-3 at home

W131-53vs Virginia Lynchburg DragonsDec 21
L65-71vs North Carolina A&T AggiesDec 17
W90-62vs William Peace PacersDec 13
W82-78at East Carolina PiratesDec 6
L77-82at UNC Asheville BulldogsDec 3
L71-82vs Miami (OH) RedHawksNov 26
L60-73at Delaware Blue HensNov 25
W68-62vs Youngstown State PenguinsNov 23
L94-101at Queens University RoyalsNov 21
L63-69vs Austin Peay GovernorsNov 15

Chattanooga Mocs

Last 10: 5-5Streak W178.3 scored · 70 allowed per game2-3 away

W73-66at Alabama A&M BulldogsDec 21
L64-79at Bellarmine KnightsDec 18
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

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	UNC Greensboro Spartans
Field goals	28-59	25-54
Field goal %	47	46
Three-pointers	11-35	6-19
Three-point %	31	32
Free throws	5-9	21-31
Free throw %	56	68
Rebounds	25	41
Offensive rebounds	5	14
Defensive rebounds	20	27
Assists	16	9
Steals	8	7
Blocks	4	0
Turnovers	9	12
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	15	15
Fast-break points	8	13
Points in the paint	28	34
Fouls	21	13
Largest lead	5	9
Lead changes	12	12
Time in front	35	50

How the scoring went

2nd Half34-39Justin Neely makes layup
2nd Half34-40Justin Neely makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half34-41Justin Neely makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half34-43Domas Kauzonas makes 7-foot hook shot (Justin Neely assists)
2nd Half37-43Tate Darner makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jikari Johnson assists)
2nd Half37-44KJ Younger makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half37-45KJ Younger makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half39-45Collin Mulholland makes layup (Tate Darner assists)
2nd Half39-48Justin Neely makes 26-foot three point jumper (Donald Whitehead Jr. assists)
2nd Half42-48Jikari Johnson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tate Darner assists)
2nd Half45-48Collin Mulholland makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jordan Frison assists)
2nd Half45-50Donald Whitehead Jr. makes 11-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half47-50Collin Mulholland makes 8-foot jumper
2nd Half50-50Billy Smith makes 25-foot three point jumper (Parker Robison assists)
2nd Half50-53KJ Younger makes 26-foot three point jumper (Justin Neely assists)
2nd Half52-53Tate Darner makes layup (Collin Mulholland assists)
2nd Half52-54Justin Neely makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half54-54Tate Darner makes driving layup (Jordan Frison assists)
2nd Half55-54Josh Bowman makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half55-56Justin Neely makes 4-foot dunk
2nd Half57-56Jordan Frison makes layup
2nd Half59-56Houston Holland makes layup
2nd Half59-58Justin Neely makes 12-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half59-60KJ Younger makes 11-foot jumper
2nd Half62-60Brennan Watkins makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jordan Frison assists)
2nd Half64-60Jordan Frison makes layup (Houston Holland assists)
2nd Half64-62KJ Younger makes driving layup
2nd Half64-63KJ Younger makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half65-63Jikari Johnson makes free throw 3 of 3
2nd Half67-63Jordan Frison makes driving layup
2nd Half67-64Justin Neely makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half69-64Josh Bowman makes 3-foot hook shot
2nd Half69-66Valentino Pinedo makes 3-foot dunk (Justin Neely assists)
2nd Half69-69Donald Whitehead Jr. makes 26-foot three point jumper (Justin Neely assists)
2nd Half69-72Noah Norgaard makes 26-foot three point jumper (Donald Whitehead Jr. assists)
2nd Half69-74Noah Norgaard makes driving layup
2nd Half69-75KJ Younger makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half72-75Brennan Watkins makes 25-foot three point jumper
2nd Half72-76Noah Norgaard makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half72-77Noah Norgaard makes free throw 2 of 2