UAB Blazers Edge East Carolina Pirates in Thrilling Matchup
Sunday, March 8, 2026, 3:00 PM ET · Bartow Arena
UAB Blazers 90, East Carolina Pirates 83, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won East Carolina Pirates vs UAB Blazers?
UAB Blazers beat East Carolina Pirates 90-83 at Bartow Arena on March 8, 2026.
Who was favored in East Carolina Pirates vs UAB Blazers?
UAB Blazers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -600 (about 86% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested game, the UAB Blazers triumphed over the East Carolina Pirates with a final score of 90-83. This matchup took place at Bartow Arena on March 8, 2026, and showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, with UAB managing to secure victory despite a strong effort from East Carolina.
The Blazers entered the game with a home record of 20-11, while the Pirates had an away record of 11-20. UAB's recent form was solid, with a record of 7-3 over their last ten games and an average of 72.0 points scored per game, while allowing 68.8 points. They were coming off a win against the Charlotte 49ers, where they scored 80 points. In contrast, East Carolina had a mixed recent record of 5-5 in their last ten games, averaging 77.6 points scored but also allowing 78.8 points, indicating their struggles on defense. Their last outing resulted in a loss to the Tulsa Golden Hurricane, where they were defeated 66-93.
UAB's home performance had been strong, with a record of 1-3 in their last four home games but a perfect 6-0 in their last six away games. East Carolina, meanwhile, had a home record of 2-4 and a stronger away record of 3-1 in their last four away games. The previous meetings between these two teams showed a competitive rivalry, with UAB holding a 2-1 advantage in their last three matchups. UAB won the most recent meeting on January 11, 2026, with a narrow score of 87-85, and also secured a victory in the previous season with a score of 94-77.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but both teams would have had to manage their player availability heading into this crucial game. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had UAB favored by 10.5 points, with a total set at 151.5. The odds for UAB to win straight up were -600, while East Carolina was listed at +440.
The game conditions were typical for a March evening in Birmingham, Alabama, with fans filling the arena to support their teams. As the game progressed, viewers witnessed several key scoring plays that highlighted the skills of both teams. Notably, Jacob Meyer made a crucial 27-foot three-point jumper, assisted by Chance Westry, bringing the score to 83-78. Corey Caulker also made a significant contribution with a 26-foot three-point jumper, narrowing the gap to 81-83.
As the game neared its conclusion, Quaran McPherson's turnaround jump shot and Chance Westry's free throws helped UAB maintain their lead. The Blazers ultimately sealed their victory with a series of free throws from Meyer, who scored the final points of the game.
Fans watching the game were treated to a display of skill and determination from both teams, with UAB ultimately proving to be the stronger side on the night. This victory is a significant boost for the Blazers as they head into the latter stages of the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UAB -10.5 | 151.5 o -105 / u -115 | East Carolina Pirates +440 · UAB Blazers -600 |
Leaders
- PointsDaniel Rivera22UAB Blazers
- AssistsChance Westry10UAB Blazers
- ReboundsKyeRon Lindsay-Martin8UAB Blazers
- PointsDemitri Gardner19East Carolina Pirates
- AssistsCorey Caulker5East Carolina Pirates
- ReboundsGiovanni Emejuru14East Carolina Pirates
Recent form
UAB Blazers
Last 10: 7-3Streak W172 scored · 68.8 allowed per game1-3 at home
- W80-74at Charlotte 49ersMar 5
- L58-62vs North Texas Mean GreenMar 1
- W78-67at Memphis TigersFeb 22
- W76-71at Temple OwlsFeb 19
- L54-55vs Tulane Green WaveFeb 15
- W68-63at Tulsa Golden HurricaneFeb 12
- W71-65vs Rice OwlsFeb 8
- L80-90vs Memphis TigersFeb 6
- W72-68at North Texas Mean GreenFeb 1
- W83-73at UTSA RoadrunnersJan 29
East Carolina Pirates
Last 10: 5-5Streak L177.6 scored · 78.8 allowed per game3-1 away
- L66-93vs Tulsa Golden HurricaneMar 6
- W84-68vs Memphis TigersMar 1
- W82-81at UTSA RoadrunnersFeb 26
- L56-68at Charlotte 49ersFeb 21
- L89-92vs Wichita State ShockersFeb 19
- W85-75at Rice OwlsFeb 14
- W88-72vs UTSA RoadrunnersFeb 12
- L73-81vs Temple OwlsFeb 7
- W76-75at Florida Atlantic OwlsFeb 1
- L77-83vs Rice OwlsJan 29
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 | UAB Blazers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-73 | 35-64 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 55 |
| Three-pointers | 7-22 | 4-12 |
| Three-point % | 32 | 33 |
| Free throws | 16-21 | 16-22 |
| Free throw % | 76 | 73 |
| Rebounds | 44 | 34 |
| Offensive rebounds | 18 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 27 |
| Assists | 14 | 20 |
| Steals | 6 | 8 |
| Blocks | 2 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 5 | 16 |
| Fast-break points | 3 | 34 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 56 |
| Fouls | 13 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 10 | 7 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 72 | 20 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half55-50Daniel Rivera makes layup (KyeRon Lindsay-Martin assists)
- 2nd Half58-50Demitri Gardner makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jordan Riley assists)
- 2nd Half60-50Giovanni Emejuru makes 0-foot dunk (Corey Caulker assists)
- 2nd Half60-52Quaran McPherson makes layup
- 2nd Half60-54Daniel Rivera makes 1-foot dunk (Chance Westry assists)
- 2nd Half60-57Jacob Meyer makes 27-foot three point jumper (Daniel Rivera assists)
- 2nd Half60-59KyeRon Lindsay-Martin makes 1-foot dunk (Quaran McPherson assists)
- 2nd Half62-59Corey Caulker makes 13-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half62-61Chance Westry makes 13-foot jumper (Jacob Meyer assists)
- 2nd Half65-61Demitri Gardner makes 23-foot three point jumper (Corey Caulker assists)
- 2nd Half66-61Isaiah Mbeng makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-61Isaiah Mbeng makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-62Chance Westry makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-63Chance Westry makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-63Jordan Riley makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half69-64Daniel Rivera makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-65Daniel Rivera makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-67Quaran McPherson makes layup (Daniel Rivera assists)
- 2nd Half71-67Giovanni Emejuru makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half71-69Daniel Rivera makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half74-69Corey Caulker makes 25-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half75-69Jordan Riley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-69Giovanni Emejuru makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-69Giovanni Emejuru makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-71Chance Westry makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half77-73Daniel Rivera makes 1-foot dunk (Chance Westry assists)
- 2nd Half77-74Daniel Rivera makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-75KyeRon Lindsay-Martin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-76KyeRon Lindsay-Martin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-78KyeRon Lindsay-Martin makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half77-80Chance Westry makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half78-80Jordan Riley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-83Jacob Meyer makes 27-foot three point jumper (Chance Westry assists)
- 2nd Half81-83Corey Caulker makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jordan Riley assists)
- 2nd Half81-85Quaran McPherson makes 12-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half81-86Chance Westry makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half81-88Chance Westry makes 1-foot dunk (Daniel Rivera assists)
- 2nd Half83-88Corey Caulker makes 5-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half83-89Jacob Meyer makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half83-90Jacob Meyer makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours UAB Blazers, below favours East Carolina Pirates.
Venue
- Bartow ArenaBirmingham, AL
- Attendance4123
- OfficialsJoe Lindsay, Chris Ford, Rob Rorke
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