East Tennessee State Dominates VMI Keydets 87-70
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 1:00 PM ET · Cameron Hall
East Tennessee State Buccaneers 87, VMI Keydets 70, 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 VMI Keydets?
East Tennessee State Buccaneers beat VMI Keydets 87-70 at Cameron Hall on February 7, 2026.
Who was favored in East Tennessee State Buccaneers vs VMI Keydets?
East Tennessee State Buccaneers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1450 (about 94% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the East Tennessee State Buccaneers defeated the VMI Keydets 87-70 at Cameron Hall. This victory marks the Buccaneers' continued dominance over the Keydets, extending their winning streak against them to three games. The Buccaneers have shown strong form recently, with a record of 8-2 in their last ten games, while the Keydets have struggled significantly, recording just one win in their last ten outings, leading to a nine-game losing streak.
The Keydets entered the game with a home record of 6-19, having averaged 66.9 points scored while allowing 80.9 points per game. Their recent form has been particularly troubling, as they averaged just 68.0 points scored and 85.8 points allowed in their last five games. Their last victory came on January 3, when they defeated the Chattanooga Mocs 79-71. Since then, they have faced a series of defeats, including a recent loss to the Wofford Terriers, where they fell 67-81.
On the other hand, the Buccaneers have been in impressive form, boasting a record of 18-7 overall. They have averaged 78.8 points scored and allowed 69.9 points over their last ten games. Their recent victories include a 75-71 win against the Furman Paladins and an 86-72 win against the Wofford Terriers. The Buccaneers' away record stands at 3-1, showcasing their ability to perform on the road.
In terms of previous meetings, the Keydets have struggled against the Buccaneers, losing all three encounters this season and last. Their most recent matchup on January 8 resulted in an 81-67 defeat for VMI. The Keydets' inability to secure a win against East Tennessee State in their last three meetings highlights the challenges they face.
The injury report for this game did not indicate any significant absences that would impact the teams' performances. Both squads were expected to field their strongest lineups, which contributed to the anticipation surrounding the fixture.
Betting lines from DraftKings indicated East Tennessee State as 14.5-point favorites, with a total set at 143.5. The odds reflected the Buccaneers' strong form and the Keydets' struggles, as the money line showed East Tennessee State at -1450 and VMI at +850.
The conditions at Cameron Hall were favorable for basketball, with a typical indoor environment conducive to high-scoring play. Fans were treated to a competitive atmosphere, although the outcome was largely anticipated given the teams' respective records.
As the game unfolded, viewers witnessed a strong performance from East Tennessee State, particularly in the second half. Key plays included a 12-foot jumper from Jordan McCullum, which pushed the score to 83-62 in favor of the Buccaneers. Jaylen Pazon also contributed significantly with a layup and a free throw, helping to extend the lead further.
The final score of 87-70 underscored the Buccaneers' dominance throughout the game, as they maintained control and showcased their offensive capabilities. The Keydets, despite their efforts, were unable to keep pace with East Tennessee State's scoring, ultimately leading to another disappointing result in their season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | ETSU -14.5 | 143.5 o -112 / u -108 | East Tennessee State Buccaneers -1450 · VMI Keydets +850 |
Leaders
- PointsLinus Holmstrom20VMI Keydets
- AssistsTan Yildizoglu7VMI Keydets
- ReboundsTan Yildizoglu6VMI Keydets
- PointsBlake Barkley22East Tennessee State Buccaneers
- AssistsJaylen Smith6East Tennessee State Buccaneers
- ReboundsBlake Barkley12East Tennessee State Buccaneers
Recent form
VMI Keydets
Last 10: 1-9Streak L966.9 scored · 80.9 allowed per game1-4 at home
- L67-81vs Wofford TerriersFeb 4
- L81-95at Mercer BearsJan 31
- L56-80at The Citadel BulldogsJan 30
- L58-88at Western Carolina CatamountsJan 24
- L78-85vs UNC Greensboro SpartansJan 21
- L68-82vs The Citadel BulldogsJan 18
- L67-77vs Mercer BearsJan 15
- L48-69at Furman PaladinsJan 10
- L67-81at East Tennessee State BuccaneersJan 8
- W79-71vs Chattanooga MocsJan 3
East Tennessee State Buccaneers
Last 10: 8-2Streak W278.8 scored · 69.9 allowed per game3-1 away
- W75-71vs Furman PaladinsFeb 5
- W86-72at Wofford TerriersFeb 2
- L88-90vs Western Carolina CatamountsJan 30
- W84-55vs The Citadel BulldogsJan 24
- W67-66at Chattanooga MocsJan 22
- W76-75at Samford BulldogsJan 17
- L68-72at Western Carolina CatamountsJan 14
- W86-60vs UNC Greensboro SpartansJan 10
- W81-67vs VMI KeydetsJan 8
- W77-71vs Mercer BearsJan 3
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 |
Box score
| Stat | East Tennessee State Buccaneers | VMI Keydets |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 32-57 | 24-57 |
| Field goal % | 56 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 11-26 | 11-32 |
| Three-point % | 42 | 34 |
| Free throws | 12-14 | 11-16 |
| Free throw % | 86 | 69 |
| Rebounds | 40 | 21 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 30 | 15 |
| Assists | 26 | 14 |
| Steals | 7 | 10 |
| Blocks | 3 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 17 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 18 | 20 |
| Fast-break points | 13 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 22 |
| Fouls | 17 | 11 |
| Largest lead | 21 | 1 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 91 | 5 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half45-33Brian Taylor II makes 24-foot three point jumper (Allen Strothers assists)
- 2nd Half48-33Blake Barkley makes 23-foot three point jumper (Allen Strothers assists)
- 2nd Half50-33Cam Morris III makes 6-foot jumper (Jordan McCullum assists)
- 2nd Half50-35TJ Johnson makes layup (Tan Yildizoglu assists)
- 2nd Half50-38Linus Holmstrom makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tan Yildizoglu assists)
- 2nd Half52-38Jordan McCullum makes 9-foot jumper (Cam Morris III assists)
- 2nd Half52-41Linus Holmstrom makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half55-41Milton Matthews III makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jaylen Smith assists)
- 2nd Half58-41Milton Matthews III makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jaylen Smith assists)
- 2nd Half58-44Tan Yildizoglu makes 27-foot three point jumper (TJ Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half60-44Blake Barkley makes layup
- 2nd Half60-47Linus Holmstrom makes 26-foot three point jumper (Kaden Stuckey assists)
- 2nd Half62-47Cam Morris III makes 5-foot jumper (Milton Matthews III assists)
- 2nd Half62-50Jaylen Pazon makes 24-foot three point jumper (Tan Yildizoglu assists)
- 2nd Half64-50Cam Morris III makes 2-foot dunk (Jaylen Smith assists)
- 2nd Half64-51Tan Yildizoglu makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-52Tan Yildizoglu makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-55Linus Holmstrom makes 26-foot three point jumper (TJ Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half66-55Brian Taylor II makes layup
- 2nd Half66-56Tan Yildizoglu makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-57Kaden Stuckey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-58Kaden Stuckey makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-58Allen Strothers makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-58Allen Strothers makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-58Maki Johnson makes 22-foot three point jumper (Jordan McCullum assists)
- 2nd Half73-58Cam Morris III makes layup (Blake Barkley assists)
- 2nd Half75-58Blake Barkley makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half77-58Cam Morris III makes 6-foot jumper (Allen Strothers assists)
- 2nd Half77-60Linus Holmstrom makes layup (TJ Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half79-60Blake Barkley makes layup (Allen Strothers assists)
- 2nd Half79-62Kaden Stuckey makes 7-foot jumper (Tan Yildizoglu assists)
- 2nd Half81-62Cam Morris III makes 11-foot jumper (Allen Strothers assists)
- 2nd Half83-62Jordan McCullum makes 12-foot jumper (Jaylen Smith assists)
- 2nd Half83-64Jaylen Pazon makes layup
- 2nd Half83-65Jaylen Pazon makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half85-65Jordan McCullum makes 10-foot jumper (Milton Matthews III assists)
- 2nd Half85-67Kaden Stuckey makes layup (Tan Yildizoglu assists)
- 2nd Half85-68Kaden Stuckey makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half87-68Milton Matthews III makes 14-foot jumper (Jordan McCullum assists)
- 2nd Half87-70Jaylen Pazon makes layup
Win probability
Above the line favours VMI Keydets, below favours East Tennessee State Buccaneers.
Venue
- Cameron HallLexington, VA
- Attendance1433
- OfficialsMike Terry, Patrick Harwood, Owen Luckie
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