NCAAB · Final

Georgia State Dominates Columbia in Convocation Center Showdown

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Sunday, December 28, 2025, 5:00 PM ET · GSU Convocation Center

Georgia State Panthers 110, Columbia (SC) Fighting Koalas 72, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Columbia (SC) Fighting Koalas vs Georgia State Panthers?

Georgia State Panthers beat Columbia (SC) Fighting Koalas 110-72 at GSU Convocation Center on December 28, 2025.

The Georgia State Panthers delivered a commanding performance against the Columbia (SC) Fighting Koalas, winning decisively with a final score of 110 to 72. This matchup, held at the GSU Convocation Center, showcased the Panthers' offensive prowess, particularly in the second half, where they outscored their opponents significantly.

Georgia State entered the game with a home record of 4-10 and had recently shown some signs of improvement, winning three of their last ten games, including a notable victory against the App State Mountaineers just days before this matchup. Their recent form included an average of 68.1 points scored per game while allowing 78.7, indicating a tendency towards high-scoring affairs. In their last five games, the Panthers averaged 70.0 points but also allowed 79.2, suggesting a need for defensive adjustments.

On the other side, the Fighting Koalas struggled with a record of 0-2 in their last two games, averaging only 56.5 points while allowing a staggering 98.5. Their last outing was a tough loss against the UNC Wilmington Seahawks, where they fell 56-100, further compounding their difficulties on the road, as they had not won away from home this season.

The game began with Georgia State taking control early, and they maintained that momentum throughout. The Panthers capitalized on their home advantage, where they had a home record of 2-1 in their last three games. Columbia, conversely, faced challenges on the road with an away record of 0-2, which contributed to their inability to keep pace with Georgia State's scoring.

In terms of scoring highlights, the second half saw the Panthers extend their lead significantly. Key plays included a 26-foot three-point jumper by Kwame Tanic, which capped off a dominant offensive display. The Panthers' ability to convert free throws, with players like Christian Beam and Chris Jones contributing to the scoreline, further illustrated their offensive efficiency.

Injuries did not play a significant role in this matchup, as both teams appeared to field their regular lineups. However, the disparity in performance levels was evident, with Georgia State's players executing their game plan effectively while Columbia struggled to find their rhythm.

The market had priced Georgia State as a strong favorite, reflecting their home advantage and recent form. The odds indicated a high probability of a Panthers victory, which ultimately proved accurate as they finished the game with a home win probability of 1.0.

As the game unfolded, viewers could watch for Georgia State's offensive strategies, which included a mix of perimeter shooting and aggressive drives to the basket. The Panthers demonstrated their capability to score from various positions on the court, making it difficult for Columbia to mount any significant defensive stand.

Overall, the matchup highlighted the contrasting fortunes of the two teams, with Georgia State showcasing their potential while Columbia continued to search for answers in a challenging season.

Leaders

PointsMicah Tucker24Georgia State Panthers
AssistsMalachi Brown5Georgia State Panthers
ReboundsTrey Scott III8Georgia State Panthers
PointsAustin Harrell17Columbia (SC) Fighting Koalas
AssistsTae Burton5Columbia (SC) Fighting Koalas
ReboundsChandler O'Bannon7Columbia (SC) Fighting Koalas

Recent form

Georgia State Panthers

Last 10: 3-7Streak W168.1 scored · 78.7 allowed per game2-1 at home

W70-63at App State MountaineersDec 20
L67-90at Georgia Southern EaglesDec 19
W77-73vs Jacksonville State GamecocksDec 13
L69-92at Kennesaw State OwlsDec 6
L67-78at Mercer BearsDec 3
L58-77at New Mexico State AggiesNov 26
L63-78vs Samford BulldogsNov 25
L58-105at South Dakota State JackrabbitsNov 22
L62-75at Arizona State Sun DevilsNov 18
W90-56vs Fort Valley State WildcatsNov 14

Columbia (SC) Fighting Koalas

Last 2: 0-2Streak L256.5 scored · 98.5 allowed per game0-2 away

L56-100at UNC Wilmington SeahawksDec 27
L57-97at Presbyterian Blue HoseDec 11

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	Columbia (SC) Fighting Koalas	Georgia State Panthers
Field goals	25-54	38-75
Field goal %	46	51
Three-pointers	12-21	17-39
Three-point %	57	44
Free throws	10-15	17-21
Free throw %	67	81
Rebounds	26	42
Offensive rebounds	4	15
Defensive rebounds	22	27
Assists	16	20
Steals	4	14
Blocks	2	4
Turnovers	18	5
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	1	23
Fast-break points	2	21
Points in the paint	20	32
Fouls	13	11
Largest lead	4	42
Lead changes	5	5
Time in front	9	87

How the scoring went

2nd Half45-62Chandler O'Bannon makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half47-62Tae Burton makes driving layup
2nd Half47-65Malachi Brown makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jelani Hamilton assists)
2nd Half48-65Zach Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half49-65Zach Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half49-67Trey Scott III makes 11-foot turnaround jump shot (Jelani Hamilton assists)
2nd Half49-68Joah Chappelle makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half49-70Micah Tucker makes layup (Trey Scott III assists)
2nd Half51-70Tae Burton makes driving layup
2nd Half51-72Joah Chappelle makes 15-foot pullup jump shot (Jakai Newton assists)
2nd Half51-74Micah Tucker makes 2-foot dunk
2nd Half53-74Treyvon Smith makes layup (Jordyn McKeen assists)
2nd Half53-77Ayouba Berthe makes 23-foot three point jumper (Micah Tucker assists)
2nd Half55-77Treyvon Smith makes 5-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half55-80Ayouba Berthe makes 27-foot three point jumper (Trey Scott III assists)
2nd Half55-83Ayouba Berthe makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jakai Newton assists)
2nd Half55-85Micah Tucker makes driving layup
2nd Half56-85Thomas Whitley makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half58-85Jordyn McKeen makes driving layup (Caleb Brown assists)
2nd Half58-87Joah Chappelle makes layup
2nd Half61-87Thomas Whitley makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jordyn McKeen assists)
2nd Half61-90Chris Jones makes 23-foot three point jumper (Ayouba Berthe assists)
2nd Half64-90Austin Harrell makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jordyn McKeen assists)
2nd Half64-92Chris Jones makes driving layup
2nd Half64-93Joah Chappelle makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half64-94Joah Chappelle makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half64-97Chris Jones makes 26-foot three point jumper (Malachi Brown assists)
2nd Half64-100Chris Jones makes 23-foot three point jumper (Malachi Brown assists)
2nd Half64-102Chris Jones makes driving layup
2nd Half64-103Chris Jones makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half65-103Alileyon Ford makes free throw 1 of 3
2nd Half66-103Alileyon Ford makes free throw 3 of 3
2nd Half66-104Chris Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half66-105Chris Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half68-105Alileyon Ford makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half68-106Christian Beam makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half68-107Christian Beam makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half68-110Kwame Tanic makes 26-foot three point jumper (Ayouba Berthe assists)
2nd Half69-110Zach Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half72-110Alileyon Ford makes 22-foot three point step back jumpshot (Treyvon Smith assists)

Win probability

Above the line favours Georgia State Panthers, below favours Columbia (SC) Fighting Koalas.