Chanticleers Edge Monarchs in Close Contest
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 2:00 PM ET · Chartway Arena
Coastal Carolina Chanticleers 76, Old Dominion Monarchs 74, 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 Coastal Carolina Chanticleers vs Old Dominion Monarchs?
Coastal Carolina Chanticleers beat Old Dominion Monarchs 76-74 at Chartway Arena on December 20, 2025.
Who was favored in Coastal Carolina Chanticleers vs Old Dominion Monarchs?
Old Dominion Monarchs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -175 (about 64% implied). The underdog won.
In a thrilling matchup, the Coastal Carolina Chanticleers narrowly defeated the Old Dominion Monarchs with a final score of 76-74. This game showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, with the Chanticleers continuing their strong performance against the Monarchs, having now won all three meetings this season.
The Monarchs entered the game with a home record of 4-9 and a recent form of 3-7 over their last ten games, including a victory against the James Madison Dukes just two days prior, where they won 77-68. Their scoring average over the last ten games was 72.6 points, but they also allowed an average of 78.7 points, indicating a struggle on the defensive end. At home, they had a perfect 3-0 record, but their away struggles were evident, as they had not won any of their last seven away games.
Conversely, the Chanticleers had an away record of 7-6 and a mixed performance recently, going 5-5 in their last ten games. They were on a two-game losing streak heading into this matchup, having lost to App State Mountaineers and Grand Canyon Lopes in their last two outings. Their average scoring was lower than the Monarchs at 68.3 points, while they allowed an average of 73.4 points, suggesting they too faced challenges defensively.
The historical context of this fixture added to its intrigue, as the Chanticleers had previously defeated the Monarchs 61-59 in an away game and 74-52 at home earlier in the season. This established a psychological edge for Coastal Carolina, which they capitalized on in this latest encounter.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any player absences for either team, meaning both squads likely fielded their full rosters for this important game. The conditions in the Chartway Arena were likely conducive to a competitive atmosphere, as is typical for college basketball games.
The betting lines provided by DraftKings indicated that the Monarchs were favored by 3.5 points, with a total set at 147.5. The home money line was listed at -175.0, while the away money line for the Chanticleers was at 145.0. This suggests that the market expected a close contest, which ultimately played out on the court.
As the game progressed, key moments unfolded in the second half that defined the outcome. KC Shaw made a driving layup to push the Chanticleers ahead, and Rasheed Jones followed with a hook shot, extending their lead. Nadjrick Peat contributed to the score with free throws, bringing the Chanticleers to a 74-68 advantage. However, the Monarchs fought back, with Jordan Battle hitting a pair of three-pointers that narrowed the gap to just two points. Despite their efforts, the Monarchs could not reclaim the lead before the final buzzer sounded.
Ultimately, the Chanticleers' ability to capitalize on crucial scoring opportunities late in the game allowed them to secure the victory, marking a significant win in their season. The Monarchs, despite a valiant effort, were left to reflect on missed chances as they continue to seek improvement in their campaign.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | ODU -3.5 | 147.5 o -112 / u -108 | Coastal Carolina Chanticleers +145 · Old Dominion Monarchs -175 |
Leaders
- PointsJordan Battle23Old Dominion Monarchs
- AssistsJordan Battle3Old Dominion Monarchs
- ReboundsCaelum Swanton-Rodger10Old Dominion Monarchs
- PointsRasheed Jones23Coastal Carolina Chanticleers
- AssistsJoshua Beadle4Coastal Carolina Chanticleers
- ReboundsNadjrick Peat9Coastal Carolina Chanticleers
Recent form
Old Dominion Monarchs
Last 10: 3-7Streak W172.6 scored · 78.7 allowed per game3-0 at home
- W77-68vs James Madison DukesDec 18
- L61-73at George Mason PatriotsDec 13
- L77-86at Richmond SpidersDec 6
- L75-88at William & Mary TribeNov 30
- L75-89at Villanova WildcatsNov 26
- L71-75at Drexel DragonsNov 23
- W88-56vs Morgan State BearsNov 22
- L69-99at Xavier MusketeersNov 19
- L73-96at George Washington RevolutionariesNov 15
- W60-57vs Norfolk State SpartansNov 12
Coastal Carolina Chanticleers
Last 10: 5-5Streak L268.3 scored · 73.4 allowed per game3-5 away
- L49-67at App State MountaineersDec 18
- L61-82at Grand Canyon LopesDec 14
- W88-84at Winthrop EaglesDec 6
- L78-85at South Carolina Upstate SpartansDec 4
- W67-60vs Alabama A&M BulldogsNov 30
- L42-94at Illinois State RedbirdsNov 23
- W75-58at North Dakota Fighting HawksNov 23
- W84-64at Western Illinois LeathernecksNov 22
- L67-74at Jacksonville State GamecocksNov 15
- W72-66vs Winthrop EaglesNov 12
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Troy | 22-12 | - | 12-6 |
| South Alabama | 21-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Arkansas State | 20-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Texas State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Marshall | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Coastal Carolina | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| App State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| James Madison | 18-15 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Southern Miss | 19-16 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Georgia Southern | 21-16 | 4 | 8-10 |
| Old Dominion | 12-21 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Louisiana | 11-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Georgia State | 10-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| UL Monroe | 4-28 | 11 | 1-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Coastal Carolina Chanticleers | Old Dominion Monarchs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-65 | 26-56 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 3-17 | 7-16 |
| Three-point % | 18 | 44 |
| Free throws | 21-24 | 15-19 |
| Free throw % | 88 | 79 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 5 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 32 |
| Assists | 10 | 8 |
| Steals | 5 | 2 |
| Blocks | 5 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 5 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 18 | 7 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 28 |
| Fouls | 14 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 7 | 4 |
| Lead changes | 17 | 17 |
| Time in front | 64 | 24 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half44-40AJ Dancler makes layup (Joshua Beadle assists)
- 2nd Half44-43Jordan Battle makes 26-foot three point jumper (Caelum Swanton-Rodger assists)
- 2nd Half44-46Jordan Battle makes 25-foot three point jumper (KC Shaw assists)
- 2nd Half46-46AJ Dancler makes 6-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half47-46Tristan Thompson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-49Jared Turner makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jordan Battle assists)
- 2nd Half48-49Derrick Green makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-50Jordan Battle makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-51Jordan Battle makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-51Joshua Beadle makes 12-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half50-52Jordan Battle makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-53Jordan Battle makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-53Rasheed Jones makes 24-foot three point jumper (DaJohn Craig assists)
- 2nd Half54-53Rasheed Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-53Rasheed Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-55KC Shaw makes 18-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half58-55Rasheed Jones makes 25-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half58-57Zacch Wiggins makes layup
- 2nd Half60-57Joshua Beadle makes driving layup
- 2nd Half60-59KC Shaw makes layup
- 2nd Half60-60Jordan Battle makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-61Jordan Battle makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-61Rasheed Jones makes layup
- 2nd Half62-63Caelum Swanton-Rodger makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half63-63Joshua Beadle makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-63Joshua Beadle makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-63AJ Dancler makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-63AJ Dancler makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-63Nadjrick Peat makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-63Nadjrick Peat makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-66Robert Davis Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jordan Battle assists)
- 2nd Half70-66AJ Dancler makes 10-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half70-68KC Shaw makes driving layup
- 2nd Half72-68Rasheed Jones makes 6-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half73-68Nadjrick Peat makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-68Nadjrick Peat makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-71Jordan Battle makes 32-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half75-71Rasheed Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-71Rasheed Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-74Jordan Battle makes 38-foot three pointer
Win probability
Above the line favours Old Dominion Monarchs, below favours Coastal Carolina Chanticleers.
Venue
- Chartway ArenaNorfolk, VA
- Attendance4367
- OfficialsJason Baker, Olandis Poole, Josue Nieves
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