NCAAB · Final

Northern Kentucky Dominates Cumberlands in Convincing Win

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Sunday, November 16, 2025, 1:00 PM ET · Truist Arena

Northern Kentucky Norse 101, Cumberlands Patriots 73, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Cumberlands Patriots vs Northern Kentucky Norse?

Northern Kentucky Norse beat Cumberlands Patriots 101-73 at Truist Arena on November 16, 2025.

In a commanding performance, the Northern Kentucky Norse triumphed over the Cumberlands Patriots with a final score of 101-73. This game showcased the Norse's offensive prowess, particularly in the second half, where they consistently widened their lead. The match took place at Truist Arena, where Northern Kentucky has maintained an impressive home record of 4-0 this season.

Northern Kentucky entered the game with a mixed recent form, holding a record of 6-4 over their last ten games, but they were on a two-game losing streak. Their scoring average during this stretch was 79.5 points per game, while they allowed an average of 77.0 points. In their last five games, they recorded an average of 81.4 points scored and 76.4 points allowed, indicating a solid offensive capability despite the recent setbacks. Their last two games before facing Cumberlands resulted in losses, with scores of 63-75 against East Tennessee State and 56-95 against Tennessee.

On the other hand, the Cumberlands Patriots faced Northern Kentucky after a single game in their recent form, which ended in a loss with a score of 79-98. Their average scoring in that game was 79.0 points, but they struggled defensively, allowing an average of 98.0 points. Cumberlands' away record stood at 0-1, indicating challenges in competing on the road.

Historically, the matchup favored Northern Kentucky, as they had previously defeated Cumberlands earlier in the season on December 12, 2024, with a score of 98-79. This victory set a precedent for the Norse, who were looking to assert their dominance once again on their home court.

The injury report did not indicate any significant absences affecting either team, allowing both squads to field their best players. This was crucial for Northern Kentucky, as they sought to leverage their home advantage. The conditions at Truist Arena were conducive to a high-scoring affair, which the Norse capitalized on effectively.

In terms of betting lines, the market had priced Northern Kentucky as the clear favorite, reflecting their strong home performance and previous victory over Cumberlands. The odds were attributed to the provider, indicating a high confidence in the Norse's ability to secure the win.

As the game unfolded, Northern Kentucky's offensive strategy was evident, with multiple players contributing to the scoring. Key moments included a series of layups in the second half that helped the Norse pull away decisively. Brant Smithers made several critical layups, contributing significantly to the final score, while Donovan Rakotonanahary and Dan Gherezgher also added to the scoring tally with assists and layups.

The Norse's ability to maintain a strong offensive rhythm while effectively managing their defense against Cumberlands proved to be the deciding factor in this matchup. As the final buzzer sounded, Northern Kentucky's victory was not only a testament to their skill and preparation but also a reflection of their home court advantage, which they fully utilized throughout the game.

Leaders

PointsDonovan Oday19Northern Kentucky Norse
AssistsEthan Elliott5Northern Kentucky Norse
ReboundsLJ Wells8Northern Kentucky Norse
PointsAndrew McConnell20Cumberlands Patriots
AssistsJavecckio Thomas4Cumberlands Patriots
ReboundsAnthony Harris9Cumberlands Patriots

Recent form

Northern Kentucky Norse

Last 10: 6-4Streak L279.5 scored · 77 allowed per game4-0 at home

L63-75at East Tennessee State BuccaneersNov 13
L56-95at Tennessee VolunteersNov 8
W126-69vs Cincinnati Clermont CougarsNov 4
L63-68at Cleveland State VikingsMar 7
W99-75vs Detroit Mercy TitansMar 5
W88-79vs Youngstown State PenguinsMar 1
W79-74at Purdue Fort Wayne MastodonsFeb 28
W71-67vs IU Indianapolis JaguarsFeb 23
W80-76at Wright State RaidersFeb 22
L70-92at Milwaukee PanthersFeb 16

Cumberlands Patriots

1 game: 0-1Streak L179 scored · 98 allowed per game0-1 away

L79-98at Northern Kentucky NorseDec 12

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Wright State	23-12	-	15-5
Robert Morris	22-11	2	13-7
Green Bay	18-15	3	12-8
Detroit Mercy	17-15	3	12-8
Oakland	16-16	3	12-8
Purdue Fort Wayne	17-15	4	11-9
Northern Kentucky	20-14	5	10-10
Youngstown State	15-17	7	8-12
Milwaukee	12-20	7	8-12
Cleveland State	11-22	9	6-14
IU Indianapolis	7-25	12	3-17

Box score

Stat	Cumberlands Patriots	Northern Kentucky Norse
Field goals	29-74	41-70
Field goal %	39	59
Three-pointers	10-32	12-25
Three-point %	31	48
Free throws	5-7	7-12
Free throw %	71	58
Rebounds	40	36
Offensive rebounds	18	9
Defensive rebounds	22	27
Assists	10	19
Steals	4	13
Blocks	3	0
Turnovers	18	9
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	7	24
Fast-break points	2	34
Points in the paint	34	56
Fouls	14	15
Largest lead	6	30

How the scoring went

2nd Half33-54Javecckio Thomas made Dunk.
2nd Half36-54Andrew McConnell made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half38-54Anthony Harris made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half38-55Tae Dozier made Free Throw.
2nd Half41-55Andrew McConnell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Anthony Harris.
2nd Half41-57Kael Robinson made Layup.
2nd Half41-60Bryce Darbyshire made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dan Gherezgher.
2nd Half44-60Andrew McConnell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Javecckio Thomas.
2nd Half44-63Bryce Darbyshire made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dan Gherezgher.
2nd Half45-63Javecckio Thomas made Free Throw.
2nd Half48-63Andrew McConnell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Javecckio Thomas.
2nd Half48-65Tae Dozier made Dunk.
2nd Half48-67Ethan Elliott made Layup. Assisted by Donovan Oday.
2nd Half48-69LJ Wells made Dunk.
2nd Half50-69Brant Smithers made Layup.
2nd Half52-69Javecckio Thomas made Dunk. Assisted by Kyle Duke.
2nd Half52-72Tae Dozier made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Shawn Nelson.
2nd Half55-72Brady Bell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tanner Walton.
2nd Half55-75Dan Gherezgher made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half57-75Javecckio Thomas made Jumper.
2nd Half57-77Donovan Oday made Jumper.
2nd Half57-79Dan Gherezgher made Layup.
2nd Half59-79Brady Bell made Layup. Assisted by Malachi Robinson.
2nd Half59-82Kael Robinson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ethan Elliott.
2nd Half59-84Kael Robinson made Layup. Assisted by Bryce Darbyshire.
2nd Half61-84Javecckio Thomas made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half61-86Shawn Nelson made Jumper.
2nd Half61-88Shawn Nelson made Jumper.
2nd Half64-88Brady Bell made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half64-91Kael Robinson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ethan Elliott.
2nd Half64-93Kael Robinson made Layup.
2nd Half66-93Brant Smithers made Jumper. Assisted by Julian Miles.
2nd Half67-93Brant Smithers made Free Throw.
2nd Half67-95Donovan Rakotonanahary made Layup. Assisted by Tae Dozier.
2nd Half67-97Dan Gherezgher made Layup.
2nd Half69-97Brant Smithers made Layup.
2nd Half69-99Dan Gherezgher made Layup.
2nd Half71-99Brant Smithers made Layup.
2nd Half71-101Mitchel Minor made Layup.
2nd Half73-101Brant Smithers made Layup.

Win probability

Above the line favours Northern Kentucky Norse, below favours Cumberlands Patriots.