NCAAB · Final

Dayton Flyers Defeat East Tennessee State Buccaneers 88-71

Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · UD Arena

Dayton Flyers 88, East Tennessee State Buccaneers 71, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won East Tennessee State Buccaneers vs Dayton Flyers?

Dayton Flyers beat East Tennessee State Buccaneers 88-71 at UD Arena on December 2, 2025.

Who was favored in East Tennessee State Buccaneers vs Dayton Flyers?

Dayton Flyers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -800 (about 89% implied). The favorite won.

The Dayton Flyers secured a decisive victory against the East Tennessee State Buccaneers with a final score of 88-71 at UD Arena. This matchup was notable not only for the Flyers' strong home record but also for their previous encounter earlier in the season, where Dayton also emerged victorious with an 88-71 scoreline.

Entering this game, Dayton had a home record of 7-2 and was coming off an 8-2 performance in their last ten games, though they were on a one-game losing streak following a defeat to VCU Rams. The Flyers averaged 70.2 points scored per game while allowing 65.0 points, showcasing a solid defensive effort throughout the season. In their last five games, they averaged 65.4 points scored and allowed 66.0 points, indicating a slight dip in offensive production but consistent defensive play.

On the other side, the Buccaneers had a record of 6-2 and were also coming off a loss, having fallen to the Furman Paladins. Their recent form showed a 6-4 record over their last ten games, with an average of 75.5 points scored and 73.0 points allowed. Their away record stood at 3-1, which highlighted their capability to perform outside their home venue. However, their last five games indicated a struggle with a 2-3 record, averaging 71.6 points scored and 74.6 points allowed.

The Flyers' performance at home has been particularly strong, with a home record of 4-1 in their last five games. This contrasts with the Buccaneers' mixed results on the road, where they had a 3-1 record in their last four away games. The matchup at UD Arena provided a familiar and supportive environment for Dayton, which likely contributed to their strong performance.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but both teams were looking to field their best players for this important contest. The market had priced Dayton as significant favorites, with DraftKings offering odds of -11.5 for the Flyers and a moneyline of -800. Conversely, the Buccaneers were listed at +550 on the moneyline, reflecting their status as underdogs in this matchup. The total points over/under was set at 140.5, indicating expectations of a moderately high-scoring game.

The conditions at UD Arena were conducive to a competitive game, with both teams looking to establish their rhythm early. The Flyers quickly took control, leveraging their home-court advantage to build a lead. Key scoring plays in the second half included multiple layups and free throws that helped solidify Dayton's dominance. De'Shayne Montgomery played a crucial role, contributing significantly to the Flyers' scoring in the latter stages of the game.

As the game progressed, the Flyers maintained their lead, showcasing their ability to execute under pressure and capitalize on scoring opportunities. The final score of 88-71 not only reflected Dayton's strong performance but also their capacity to respond effectively to recent setbacks. This victory reinforces their position as a formidable team in the NCAAB landscape, while the Buccaneers will need to regroup and address their recent struggles as they move forward in the season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	DAY -11.5	140.5 o -112 / u -108	East Tennessee State Buccaneers +550 · Dayton Flyers -800

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Leaders

PointsDe'Shayne Montgomery27Dayton Flyers
AssistsKeonte Jones5Dayton Flyers
ReboundsDe'Shayne Montgomery7Dayton Flyers
PointsBlake Barkley21East Tennessee State Buccaneers
AssistsBrian Taylor II5East Tennessee State Buccaneers
ReboundsBlake Barkley6East Tennessee State Buccaneers

Recent form

Dayton Flyers

Last 10: 8-2Streak L170.2 scored · 65 allowed per game4-1 at home

L62-70at VCU RamsMar 15
W70-69at Saint Louis BillikensMar 14
W68-63vs St. Bonaventure BonniesMar 13
L62-68vs VCU RamsMar 7
W65-60at Richmond SpidersMar 4
W68-66at George Washington RevolutionariesFeb 28
W77-62vs Saint Louis BillikensFeb 25
W78-66vs Duquesne DukesFeb 21
W82-67at George Mason PatriotsFeb 19
W70-59vs Davidson WildcatsFeb 15

East Tennessee State Buccaneers

Last 10: 6-4Streak L175.5 scored · 73 allowed per game3-1 away

L61-76vs Furman PaladinsMar 9
W69-67vs Western Carolina CatamountsMar 8
W83-76vs The Citadel BulldogsMar 7
L76-82at Mercer BearsFeb 28
L69-72vs Wofford TerriersFeb 26
W87-75at UNC Greensboro SpartansFeb 21
W78-69at Furman PaladinsFeb 18
L72-82vs Samford BulldogsFeb 14
W73-61vs Chattanooga MocsFeb 12
W87-70at VMI KeydetsFeb 7

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
East Tennessee State	23-11	-	13-5
Mercer	19-13	2	11-7
Wofford	19-13	2	11-7
Samford	18-14	2	11-7
Furman	22-13	3	10-8
Western Carolina	15-16	3	10-8
UNC Greensboro	15-19	4	9-9
Chattanooga	13-19	6	7-11
The Citadel	11-22	6	7-11
VMI	6-26	12	1-17
Saint Louis	29-6	-	15-3
VCU	28-8	-	15-3
Saint Joseph's	24-12	2	13-5
Dayton	25-12	3	12-6
George Mason	23-10	4	11-7
Davidson	20-14	5	10-8
Duquesne	18-15	6	9-9
George Washington	19-16	7	8-10
Fordham	17-15	7	8-10
Rhode Island	16-16	8	7-11
Richmond	15-17	10	5-13
La Salle	9-23	10	5-13
St. Bonaventure	17-17	11	4-14
Loyola Chicago	9-24	11	4-14

Box score

Stat	East Tennessee State Buccaneers	Dayton Flyers
Field goals	26-56	27-50
Field goal %	46	54
Three-pointers	7-21	6-22
Three-point %	33	27
Free throws	12-15	28-35
Free throw %	80	80
Rebounds	27	28
Offensive rebounds	11	8
Defensive rebounds	16	20
Assists	13	19
Steals	11	14
Blocks	3	6
Turnovers	22	15
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	11	28
Fast-break points	13	17
Points in the paint	30	40
Fouls	26	14
Largest lead	5	21

How the scoring went

2nd Half38-50Javon Bennett made Jumper.
2nd Half38-51Jordan Derkack made Free Throw.
2nd Half38-53Amaël L'Etang made Dunk. Assisted by Keonte Jones.
2nd Half38-55De'Shayne Montgomery made Layup. Assisted by Keonte Jones.
2nd Half38-57Javon Bennett made Layup. Assisted by Keonte Jones.
2nd Half39-57Cam Morris III made Free Throw.
2nd Half41-57Cam Morris III made Layup.
2nd Half42-57Brayden Crump made Free Throw.
2nd Half43-57Brayden Crump made Free Throw.
2nd Half45-57Brian Taylor II made Layup.
2nd Half45-58Jordan Derkack made Free Throw.
2nd Half45-59Jordan Derkack made Free Throw.
2nd Half45-60Jordan Derkack made Free Throw.
2nd Half45-61Jordan Derkack made Free Throw.
2nd Half45-63Keonte Jones made Dunk. Assisted by Jordan Derkack.
2nd Half45-66De'Shayne Montgomery made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Keonte Jones.
2nd Half47-66Brian Taylor II made Jumper.
2nd Half47-68Keonte Jones made Layup. Assisted by Amaël L'Etang.
2nd Half49-68Blake Barkley made Dunk.
2nd Half49-69Jacob Conner made Free Throw.
2nd Half51-69Jaylen Smith made Layup.
2nd Half54-69Jaylen Smith made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half54-71Javon Bennett made Layup.
2nd Half57-71Cam Morris III made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Brian Taylor II.
2nd Half57-74De'Shayne Montgomery made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Keonte Jones.
2nd Half57-76Keonte Jones made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half60-76Blake Barkley made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Brian Taylor II.
2nd Half62-76Jaylen Smith made Jumper.
2nd Half62-78Amaël L'Etang made Layup. Assisted by Javon Bennett.
2nd Half62-79Jordan Derkack made Free Throw.
2nd Half62-80Jordan Derkack made Free Throw.
2nd Half64-80Blake Barkley made Layup.
2nd Half64-81De'Shayne Montgomery made Free Throw.
2nd Half64-82De'Shayne Montgomery made Free Throw.
2nd Half64-84Jordan Derkack made Layup. Assisted by De'Shayne Montgomery.
2nd Half66-84Brian Taylor II made Jumper. Assisted by Blake Barkley.
2nd Half68-84Cam Morris III made Layup. Assisted by Brian Taylor II.
2nd Half68-86Jordan Derkack made Layup. Assisted by De'Shayne Montgomery.
2nd Half71-86Cam Morris III made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Brian Taylor II.
2nd Half71-88Keonte Jones made Layup. Assisted by Amaël L'Etang.

Win probability

Above the line favours Dayton Flyers, below favours East Tennessee State Buccaneers.