South Florida Bulls Defeat East Carolina Pirates 82-71
Wednesday, January 14, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Yuengling Center
South Florida Bulls 82, East Carolina Pirates 71, 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 East Carolina Pirates vs South Florida Bulls?
South Florida Bulls beat East Carolina Pirates 82-71 at Yuengling Center on January 14, 2026.
Who was favored in East Carolina Pirates vs South Florida Bulls?
South Florida Bulls were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -2400 (about 96% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the South Florida Bulls overcame the East Carolina Pirates with a final score of 82-71 at the Yuengling Center. This victory marks the Bulls' continued strong performance in the season, improving their record to 12-6, while the Pirates' struggles persist, leaving them at 5-13.
The Bulls entered the game on a two-game winning streak, having won seven of their last ten games. They averaged 89.1 points scored per game during this stretch, while allowing 79.0 points. Their recent form includes notable victories against teams like Tulsa Golden Hurricane, where they won 93-78, and North Texas Mean Green, with a score of 74-70. At home, the Bulls have a record of 4-2, showcasing their strength in familiar territory.
Conversely, the Pirates have faced significant challenges, losing their last four games and winning only three of their last ten. They averaged 67.8 points scored and allowed 73.5 points during this period. Their recent losses include a narrow defeat to UAB Blazers, where they lost 85-87, and a more significant defeat against North Carolina Tar Heels, with a score of 51-99. The Pirates have struggled particularly on the road, holding an away record of 0-2 this season.
Historically, the Bulls and Pirates have faced each other twice in the past seasons, with the series tied at 1-1. The most recent meeting prior to this game was on December 31, 2025, when the Bulls secured a 75-69 victory at home. The previous encounter in January 2025 saw the Bulls lose 55-64 at East Carolina.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but both teams have had to navigate the usual challenges of player availability throughout the season.
The betting market reflected the Bulls' dominance, with DraftKings setting the odds at USF -18.5, indicating a strong belief in the Bulls' ability to win decisively. The total for the game was set at 158.5, suggesting expectations for a high-scoring affair.
Conditions during the game were standard for a basketball matchup, with no unusual weather or venue issues reported. The Bulls' offensive strategy was evident, as they executed plays effectively, with notable scoring contributions from players like Giovanni Emejuru, who made critical free throws in the second half, and CJ Brown, who added to the score with a driving layup.
As the game progressed, the Bulls maintained control, showcasing their scoring ability and defensive resilience. The Pirates attempted to close the gap, with Jordan Riley making key shots, including a step-back jumper and free throws, but ultimately fell short.
Overall, the Bulls demonstrated their offensive prowess and ability to capitalize on their home advantage, while the Pirates continued to seek answers to their recent struggles. This game highlighted the contrasting trajectories of the two teams, with the Bulls firmly in contention and the Pirates looking to regroup.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | USF -18.5 | 158.5 o -108 / u -112 | East Carolina Pirates +1200 · South Florida Bulls -2400 |
Leaders
- PointsJosh Omojafo18South Florida Bulls
- AssistsWes Enis5South Florida Bulls
- ReboundsIzaiyah Nelson7South Florida Bulls
- PointsJordan Riley25East Carolina Pirates
- AssistsCorey Caulker4East Carolina Pirates
- ReboundsJordan Riley10East Carolina Pirates
Recent form
South Florida Bulls
Last 10: 7-3Streak W289.1 scored · 79 allowed per game4-2 at home
- W93-78at Tulsa Golden HurricaneJan 10
- W74-70at North Texas Mean GreenJan 8
- L106-109vs UAB BlazersJan 4
- W111-50vs Georgia College BobcatsDec 29
- W94-69vs UMBC RetrieversDec 21
- L93-104at Alabama Crimson TideDec 18
- W81-75vs Charleston CougarsDec 11
- W74-61vs Utah State AggiesDec 5
- L68-83vs Colorado State RamsNov 28
- W97-91at Western Kentucky HilltoppersNov 27
East Carolina Pirates
Last 10: 3-7Streak L467.8 scored · 73.5 allowed per game0-2 away
- L85-87vs UAB BlazersJan 11
- L67-75at Temple OwlsJan 8
- L70-79vs Tulane Green WaveDec 31
- L51-99at North Carolina Tar HeelsDec 23
- W74-53vs Presbyterian Blue HoseDec 18
- W73-70vs Buffalo BullsDec 14
- L54-67vs App State MountaineersDec 12
- L78-82vs UNC Greensboro SpartansDec 6
- W68-56vs Maryland Eastern Shore HawksDec 3
- L58-67vs St. Bonaventure BonniesNov 27
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Florida | 25-9 | - | 15-3 |
| Tulsa | 30-8 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Wichita State | 24-12 | 2 | 13-5 |
| UAB | 20-12 | 4 | 11-7 |
| North Texas | 19-14 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Florida Atlantic | 18-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Charlotte | 17-17 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Tulane | 18-15 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Temple | 16-16 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Memphis | 13-19 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Rice | 13-18 | 8 | 7-11 |
| East Carolina | 11-20 | 9 | 6-12 |
| UTSA | 5-25 | 14 | 1-17 |
Box score
| Stat | East Carolina Pirates | South Florida Bulls |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-61 | 25-65 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 38 |
| Three-pointers | 6-21 | 12-31 |
| Three-point % | 29 | 39 |
| Free throws | 15-25 | 20-26 |
| Free throw % | 60 | 77 |
| Rebounds | 40 | 41 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 31 | 30 |
| Assists | 10 | 19 |
| Steals | 4 | 9 |
| Blocks | 7 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 5 | 20 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 24 |
| Fouls | 17 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 20 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 1 | 99 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half36-55Wes Enis makes 26-foot three point jumper (CJ Brown assists)
- 2nd Half36-56Wes Enis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half38-56Jordan Riley makes 12-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half39-56Jordan Riley makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half39-59Devin Haid makes 23-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Jones assists)
- 2nd Half41-59Eli DeLaurier makes 11-foot turnaround jump shot (Demitri Gardner assists)
- 2nd Half43-59Giovanni Emejuru makes 4-foot dunk (Jordan Riley assists)
- 2nd Half43-61Izaiyah Nelson makes 3-foot alley oop dunk (CJ Brown assists)
- 2nd Half43-62CJ Brown makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-63CJ Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-63Jordan Riley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-63Jordan Riley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-64CJ Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-64Tybo Bailey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-64Jordan Riley makes layup (Tybo Bailey assists)
- 2nd Half50-64Jordan Riley makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half50-65Josh Omojafo makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-66Josh Omojafo makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-66Giovanni Emejuru makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-66Giovanni Emejuru makes 3-foot dunk (Jordan Riley assists)
- 2nd Half54-66Giovanni Emejuru makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-68CJ Brown makes driving layup (Josh Omojafo assists)
- 2nd Half56-68Giovanni Emejuru makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half58-68Jordan Riley makes 5-foot dunk
- 2nd Half58-71Wes Enis makes 24-foot three point jumper (Izaiyah Nelson assists)
- 2nd Half58-73Wes Enis makes 9-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half60-73Jordan Riley makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-73Jordan Riley makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half61-74Wes Enis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-75Wes Enis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-77Izaiyah Nelson makes driving layup (Wes Enis assists)
- 2nd Half61-78Izaiyah Nelson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half63-78Jordan Riley makes 12-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half64-78Jordan Riley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-78Giovanni Emejuru makes layup
- 2nd Half66-80CJ Brown makes driving layup
- 2nd Half66-82Izaiyah Nelson makes layup (CJ Brown assists)
- 2nd Half67-82Giovanni Emejuru makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-82Giovanni Emejuru makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-82Isaiah Mbeng makes 25-foot three point jumper
Win probability
Above the line favours South Florida Bulls, below favours East Carolina Pirates.
Venue
- Yuengling CenterTampa, FL
- Attendance3790
- OfficialsChuck Jones, Wil Howard, Nick Nadeau
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