NCAAB · Final

UNC Wilmington Defeats Drexel 65-53 at Home

Wednesday, December 31, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Trask Coliseum

UNC Wilmington Seahawks 65, Drexel Dragons 53, 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 Drexel Dragons vs UNC Wilmington Seahawks?

UNC Wilmington Seahawks beat Drexel Dragons 65-53 at Trask Coliseum on December 31, 2025.

Who was favored in Drexel Dragons vs UNC Wilmington Seahawks?

UNC Wilmington Seahawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -900 (about 90% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive matchup at Trask Coliseum, the UNC Wilmington Seahawks secured a 65-53 victory over the Drexel Dragons. This win reinforces UNC Wilmington's strong home record, now standing at 14-2, while Drexel falls to 6-10 on the season. The Seahawks have shown impressive form recently, boasting a 9-1 record over their last ten games, with an average of 79.2 points scored and 65.2 points allowed. They are currently on a two-game winning streak, having defeated North Carolina A&T Aggies 87-78 in their previous outing.

Drexel, on the other hand, has struggled to find consistency, with a record of 5-5 in their last ten games. They have averaged 70.4 points scored and 67.7 points allowed during this stretch, but they are coming off a loss to the Charleston Cougars, where they fell 63-72. The Dragons have also faced challenges on the road, holding a 1-4 record in away games this season, which contrasts sharply with their home record of 5-5.

The history between these two teams has favored UNC Wilmington, who now lead the all-time series 2-0, including a close 81-79 victory earlier in the season. This recent meeting highlighted the Seahawks' ability to maintain their dominance over the Dragons.

In terms of injuries, both teams appeared to be at full strength for this matchup, which allowed for a competitive game. The market had UNC Wilmington favored by 12.5 points according to DraftKings, reflecting their strong home performance and recent form. The total for the game was set at 137.5, indicating expectations for a moderately high-scoring affair.

Conditions at Trask Coliseum were typical for a winter basketball game, with a lively atmosphere that often favors the home team. Fans witnessed a solid performance from the Seahawks, who managed to control the pace of the game and limit Drexel's scoring opportunities.

Key moments in the game included a series of free throws in the second half that helped UNC Wilmington maintain their lead. Notably, Nolan Hodge and Victor Panov contributed to the scoring with free throws, while Greedy Williams added crucial points to keep the Dragons at bay.

Overall, the matchup showcased UNC Wilmington's strength as they continue to build momentum in the season, while Drexel will need to regroup and address their road struggles moving forward.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	UNCW -12.5	137.5 o -112 / u -108	Drexel Dragons +600 · UNC Wilmington Seahawks -900

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Leaders

PointsNolan Hodge17UNC Wilmington Seahawks
AssistsGreedy Williams5UNC Wilmington Seahawks
ReboundsNoah Ross11UNC Wilmington Seahawks
PointsEli Beard14Drexel Dragons
AssistsKevon Vanderhorst3Drexel Dragons
ReboundsVictor Panov8Drexel Dragons

Recent form

UNC Wilmington Seahawks

Last 10: 9-1Streak W279.2 scored · 65.2 allowed per game5-1 at home

W87-78at North Carolina A&T AggiesDec 30
W100-56vs Columbia (SC) Fighting KoalasDec 27
L66-67vs Howard BisonDec 20
W73-70at Valparaiso BeaconsDec 13
W70-63at Louisiana Ragin' CajunsDec 6
W70-69vs Marshall Thundering HerdDec 4
W88-62vs Gardner-Webb Runnin' BulldogsNov 29
W87-57vs Navy MidshipmenNov 28
W70-57vs SE Louisiana LionsNov 27
W81-73at Radford HighlandersNov 22

Drexel Dragons

Last 10: 5-5Streak L170.4 scored · 67.7 allowed per game1-3 away

L63-72at Charleston CougarsDec 30
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

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	UNC Wilmington Seahawks
Field goals	18-55	21-52
Field goal %	33	40
Three-pointers	5-28	3-15
Three-point %	18	20
Free throws	12-19	20-28
Free throw %	63	71
Rebounds	39	36
Offensive rebounds	15	11
Defensive rebounds	24	25
Assists	7	9
Steals	2	7
Blocks	3	2
Turnovers	11	6
Team turnovers	1	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	6	11
Fast-break points	5	6
Points in the paint	20	30
Fouls	21	20
Largest lead	2	18
Lead changes	2	2
Time in front	1	92

How the scoring went

2nd Half25-34Nolan Hodge makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half25-36Greedy Williams makes 5-foot jumper
2nd Half25-37Greedy Williams makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half27-37Garfield Turner makes 7-foot jumper (Eli Beard assists)
2nd Half28-37Garfield Turner makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half28-39Greedy Williams makes 6-foot jumper (Patrick Wessler assists)
2nd Half29-39Garfield Turner makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half30-39Garfield Turner makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half30-40Noah Ross makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half30-42Nolan Hodge makes 15-foot jumper
2nd Half30-44Nolan Hodge makes 3-foot jumper
2nd Half32-44Garfield Turner makes layup
2nd Half32-45Makoi Mabor Makoi makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half32-46Makoi Mabor Makoi makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half32-48Patrick Wessler makes 4-foot jumper (Madison Durr assists)
2nd Half34-48Josh Reed makes 11-foot jumper
2nd Half34-49Gavin Walsh makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half36-49Shane Blakeney makes 9-foot jumper
2nd Half36-52Nolan Hodge makes 25-foot three point jumper (Greedy Williams assists)
2nd Half36-54Gavin Walsh makes layup
2nd Half39-54Eli Beard makes 23-foot three point jumper (Villiam Garcia Adsten assists)
2nd Half39-56Noah Ross makes layup
2nd Half41-56Josh Reed makes driving layup
2nd Half41-57Nolan Hodge makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half42-57Kevon Vanderhorst makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half42-59Noah Ross makes layup
2nd Half43-59Garfield Turner makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half43-60Madison Durr makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half45-60Dillon Tingler makes 0-foot tip in dunk
2nd Half46-60Dillon Tingler makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half47-60Dillon Tingler makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half47-61Nolan Hodge makes free throw 1 of 3
2nd Half47-62Nolan Hodge makes free throw 2 of 3
2nd Half47-63Nolan Hodge makes free throw 3 of 3
2nd Half48-63Victor Panov makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half49-63Victor Panov makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half49-64Greedy Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half51-64Eli Beard makes 7-foot jumper
2nd Half53-64Kevon Vanderhorst makes 6-foot jumper
2nd Half53-65Greedy Williams makes free throw 1 of 2