Charleston Cougars Defeat Drexel Dragons 72-63
Monday, December 29, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · TD Arena
Charleston Cougars 72, Drexel Dragons 63, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Drexel Dragons vs Charleston Cougars?
Charleston Cougars beat Drexel Dragons 72-63 at TD Arena on December 29, 2025.
Who was favored in Drexel Dragons vs Charleston Cougars?
Charleston Cougars were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -440 (about 81% implied). The favorite won.
In a competitive matchup, the Charleston Cougars secured a victory over the Drexel Dragons with a final score of 72-63. This game, held at the TD Arena, showcased the Cougars' recent form, as they extended their winning streak to four games. Charleston's performance has been notable, with a record of 6-4 in their last ten games and an average of 74.9 points scored per game while allowing 72.6 points. Their home record stands at 4-3, and they have been particularly strong lately, averaging 77.8 points in their last five games.
Drexel, on the other hand, has had a mixed bag of results recently, holding a 5-5 record in their last ten games. The Dragons have averaged 69.1 points while allowing 68.5 points during this stretch. Their away performance has been less impressive, with a record of 1-3 on the road. However, they entered this game on a two-game winning streak, which included victories against the Maine Black Bears and Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers.
The Cougars had previously faced the Dragons earlier in the season, losing 55-64 in that encounter. This time, however, they managed to turn the tables, highlighting their growth and adaptation since that meeting.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any players missing from either team, suggesting that both squads were at full strength for this contest. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Cougars favored by 9.5 points, with a total set at 142.5. The odds reflected a strong belief in Charleston's ability to win, with a moneyline of -440 for the Cougars compared to +340 for the Dragons.
The conditions at TD Arena were conducive to a solid performance, and the atmosphere likely contributed to Charleston's success. The Cougars' ability to capitalize on their home-court advantage was evident as they executed their game plan effectively.
Key moments in the game included significant scoring plays in the second half, where Eli Beard's contributions, including a 25-foot three-point jumper and crucial free throws, helped maintain Charleston's lead. Chol Machot also made impactful plays with two dunks that energized the crowd and solidified the Cougars' control of the game.
As the game progressed, Charleston demonstrated their ability to close out the match, maintaining a consistent lead and ultimately securing the win. This victory not only boosts their confidence but also sets the stage for their upcoming fixtures as they look to build on this success.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | COFC -9.5 | 142.5 o -105 / u -115 | Drexel Dragons +340 · Charleston Cougars -440 |
Leaders
- PointsJlynn Counter29Charleston Cougars
- AssistsJlynn Counter6Charleston Cougars
- ReboundsChristian Reeves7Charleston Cougars
- PointsEli Beard17Drexel Dragons
- AssistsKevon Vanderhorst3Drexel Dragons
- ReboundsShane Blakeney9Drexel Dragons
Recent form
Charleston Cougars
Last 10: 6-4Streak W374.9 scored · 72.6 allowed per game4-3 at home
- W85-74at Northern Kentucky NorseDec 21
- W82-78vs The Citadel BulldogsDec 18
- W74-67vs Charlotte 49ersDec 14
- L75-81at South Florida BullsDec 11
- L73-96vs Belmont BruinsNov 30
- W78-59at Evansville Purple AcesNov 24
- L63-74vs Yale BulldogsNov 23
- W69-65vs Massachusetts MinutemenNov 21
- L62-71vs Drake BulldogsNov 18
- W88-61vs South Carolina State BulldogsNov 15
Drexel Dragons
Last 10: 5-5Streak W269.1 scored · 68.5 allowed per game1-3 away
- W74-56vs Maine Black BearsDec 21
- W75-67vs Mount St. Mary's MountaineersDec 20
- L66-74vs Howard BisonDec 16
- L64-69at La Salle ExplorersDec 6
- L73-75at American University EaglesDec 4
- W71-66at Morgan State BearsNov 25
- W75-71vs Old Dominion MonarchsNov 23
- L68-84vs Pennsylvania QuakersNov 22
- W75-43vs NJIT HighlandersNov 19
- L50-80at Syracuse OrangeNov 15
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNC Wilmington | 27-7 | - | 15-3 |
| Charleston | 21-11 | 1 | 14-4 |
| Hofstra | 24-11 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Monmouth | 19-15 | 4 | 11-7 |
| William & Mary | 20-12 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Drexel | 17-16 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Towson | 19-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Stony Brook | 17-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Campbell | 16-18 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Hampton | 13-19 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Elon | 14-18 | 9 | 6-12 |
| North Carolina A&T | 11-19 | 11 | 4-14 |
| Northeastern | 7-24 | 13 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Drexel Dragons | Charleston Cougars |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-53 | 29-55 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 53 |
| Three-pointers | 10-26 | 5-19 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 26 |
| Free throws | 11-16 | 9-16 |
| Free throw % | 69 | 56 |
| Rebounds | 30 | 34 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 24 |
| Assists | 11 | 12 |
| Steals | 7 | 6 |
| Blocks | 2 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 20 | 42 |
| Fouls | 18 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 14 | 15 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 58 | 37 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half34-28Victor Panov makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kevon Vanderhorst assists)
- 2nd Half34-30Jlynn Counter makes layup
- 2nd Half34-32Chol Machot makes 5-foot dunk (Jlynn Counter assists)
- 2nd Half34-34Jlynn Counter makes layup
- 2nd Half34-36Jlynn Counter makes 5-foot jumper
- 2nd Half35-36Martin de LaPorterie makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half36-36Martin de LaPorterie makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half36-38Jlynn Counter makes layup
- 2nd Half39-38Shane Blakeney makes 25-foot three point jumper (Eli Beard assists)
- 2nd Half39-40Jaxon Prunty makes 9-foot jumper
- 2nd Half39-43Jlynn Counter makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half40-43Eli Beard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-43Eli Beard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half41-45Christian Reeves makes layup (Connor Hickman assists)
- 2nd Half44-45Villiam Garcia Adsten makes 25-foot three point jumper (Victor Panov assists)
- 2nd Half44-47Martin Kalu makes layup
- 2nd Half44-48Martin Kalu makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half44-50Chadlyn Traylor makes layup
- 2nd Half46-50Josh Reed makes layup
- 2nd Half46-52Christian Reeves makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half46-54Chol Machot makes 2-foot alley oop dunk (Jlynn Counter assists)
- 2nd Half46-57Jlynn Counter makes 27-foot three point jumper (Martin Kalu assists)
- 2nd Half48-57Josh Reed makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half49-57Garfield Turner makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-57Garfield Turner makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-59Chol Machot makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half50-61Chol Machot makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half50-62Martin Kalu makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-64Connor Hickman makes layup
- 2nd Half53-64Eli Beard makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half53-66Jaxon Prunty makes layup
- 2nd Half53-68Jlynn Counter makes 18-foot jumper
- 2nd Half54-68Shane Blakeney makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-68Shane Blakeney makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-70Chol Machot makes 7-foot dunk (Jaxon Prunty assists)
- 2nd Half58-70Eli Beard makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kevon Vanderhorst assists)
- 2nd Half59-70Eli Beard makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half60-70Eli Beard makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half63-70Eli Beard makes 24-foot three point jumper (Shane Blakeney assists)
- 2nd Half63-72Chol Machot makes 5-foot dunk (Jlynn Counter assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Charleston Cougars, below favours Drexel Dragons.
Venue
- TD ArenaCharleston, SC
- Attendance5234
- OfficialsNathan Hall, Isaac Barnett, Michael Palau
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