Denver Pioneers Edge Eastern Washington Eagles in Thriller
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 9:00 PM ET · Hamilton Gymnasium
Denver Pioneers 93, Eastern Washington Eagles 89, 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 Eastern Washington Eagles vs Denver Pioneers?
Denver Pioneers beat Eastern Washington Eagles 93-89 at Hamilton Gymnasium on December 3, 2025.
Who was favored in Eastern Washington Eagles vs Denver Pioneers?
Denver Pioneers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -122 (about 55% implied). The favorite won.
In a thrilling contest at Hamilton Gymnasium, the Denver Pioneers narrowly defeated the Eastern Washington Eagles with a final score of 93-89. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as both teams have struggled in recent outings, making the close finish a significant highlight of the game.
The Denver Pioneers entered the game with a home record of 3-5 and an overall record of 3-7 in their last ten games, having lost their previous two. Their scoring average stood at 70.8 points per game, while they allowed an average of 81.6 points. In their last five games, they averaged 73.8 points scored but allowed a concerning 88.4 points. Their recent form included a loss to the Wyoming Cowboys, where they fell 59-101, and a defeat against the Arizona Wildcats, losing 73-103. They did manage to secure a win against the Colorado State Rams, winning 83-81, but overall, their performance had been inconsistent.
On the other hand, the Eastern Washington Eagles faced an even tougher stretch, holding a record of 1-7 overall and 1-9 in their last ten games. They had lost their last two games leading into this matchup, with their scoring average at 70.6 points per game and an average of 81.7 points allowed. Their last five games reflected a record of 1-4, where they scored an average of 78.2 points but allowed 88.0 points, indicating defensive struggles. Their most recent game ended in a loss to the North Texas Mean Green, where they were defeated 71-79.
The Pioneers, playing at home, were favored in the market with a spread of -1.5 according to DraftKings, indicating a tight contest was expected. The total points line was set at 155.5, suggesting that a high-scoring game was anticipated. The odds for the Pioneers to win straight up were -122, while the Eagles were listed at +102.
In terms of previous meetings, the block does not provide specific historical data, but the current form of both teams suggested that the matchup would be competitive. The injury picture was not detailed in the provided facts, but both teams would have been keen to field their best players to secure a much-needed victory.
The game conditions in Hamilton Gymnasium were conducive to a high-paced game, and the scoring plays reflected a back-and-forth contest. In the second half, the Pioneers managed to maintain a slight lead, with key contributions from players like Jeremiah Burke and Zane Nelson, who made crucial free throws down the stretch. Burke's layup and subsequent free throws helped push the Pioneers ahead, while the Eagles fought back with a three-point jumper from Isaiah Moses, keeping the pressure on.
Ultimately, the Pioneers' ability to execute in clutch moments proved decisive, allowing them to secure the win and improve their morale after a rough patch. This victory could serve as a turning point for Denver as they look to build on this performance in upcoming games. Meanwhile, the Eagles will need to regroup and address their defensive issues if they hope to turn their season around.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | DEN -1.5 | 155.5 o -105 / u -115 | Eastern Washington Eagles +102 · Denver Pioneers -122 |
Leaders
- PointsJeremiah Burke23Denver Pioneers
- AssistsZane Nelson4Denver Pioneers
- ReboundsJeremiah Burke7Denver Pioneers
- PointsIsaiah Moses28Eastern Washington Eagles
- AssistsIsaiah Moses3Eastern Washington Eagles
- ReboundsStraton Rogers6Eastern Washington Eagles
Recent form
Denver Pioneers
Last 10: 3-7Streak L270.8 scored · 81.6 allowed per game1-1 at home
- L59-101at Wyoming CowboysNov 27
- L73-103at Arizona WildcatsNov 25
- W83-81at Colorado State RamsNov 22
- L79-84vs UTSA RoadrunnersNov 15
- W75-73at Montana State BobcatsNov 9
- L70-84at Washington HuskiesNov 7
- L73-84at Seattle U RedhawksNov 4
- L62-80at St. Thomas TommiesMar 7
- W78-62vs South Dakota State JackrabbitsMar 1
- L56-64at Kansas City RoosFeb 28
Eastern Washington Eagles
Last 10: 1-9Streak L270.6 scored · 81.7 allowed per game0-8 away
- L71-79at North Texas Mean GreenNov 26
- L65-92at Central Arkansas BearsNov 23
- W91-73vs Eastern Oregon MountaineersNov 18
- L67-94at Seattle U RedhawksNov 13
- L97-102at Colorado BuffaloesNov 8
- L62-70at Loyola Marymount LionsNov 6
- L74-80at UCLA BruinsNov 4
- L53-66at Northern Arizona LumberjacksMar 9
- L72-83at Montana GrizzliesMar 4
- L54-78vs Idaho State BengalsMar 1
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland State | 20-11 | - | 13-5 |
| Montana State | 18-14 | 1 | 12-6 |
| Eastern Washington | 14-19 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Northern Colorado | 20-12 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Montana | 18-16 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Weber State | 16-16 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Idaho | 21-15 | 4 | 9-9 |
| Sacramento State | 10-21 | 8 | 6-12 |
| Idaho State | 13-20 | 8 | 5-13 |
| Northern Arizona | 10-22 | 9 | 4-14 |
| Gonzaga | 31-4 | - | 16-2 |
| Saint Mary's | 27-6 | - | 16-2 |
| Santa Clara | 26-9 | 1 | 15-3 |
| Oregon State | 17-16 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Seattle U | 21-14 | 8 | 8-10 |
| Pacific | 18-15 | 8 | 8-10 |
| San Francisco | 17-16 | 8 | 8-10 |
| Washington State | 12-20 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Loyola Marymount | 15-17 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Portland | 15-19 | 10 | 6-12 |
| San Diego | 12-21 | 11 | 5-13 |
| Pepperdine | 9-23 | 12 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Eastern Washington Eagles | Denver Pioneers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 33-55 | 27-56 |
| Field goal % | 60 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 9-18 | 11-23 |
| Three-point % | 50 | 48 |
| Free throws | 14-19 | 28-33 |
| Free throw % | 74 | 85 |
| Rebounds | 28 | 26 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 16 |
| Assists | 9 | 12 |
| Steals | 3 | 7 |
| Blocks | 2 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 20 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 40 | 30 |
| Fouls | 24 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 10 | 8 |
| Lead changes | 15 | 15 |
| Time in front | 47 | 45 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half56-62Alton Hamilton IV made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-62Alton Hamilton IV made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-65Carson Johnson made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half58-65Kiree Huie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-65Johnny Radford made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half61-67Zane Nelson made Jumper.
- 2nd Half63-67Isaiah Moses made Jumper.
- 2nd Half63-68Zane Nelson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-69Zane Nelson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-69Isaiah Moses made Layup.
- 2nd Half66-69Emmett Marquardt made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-69Tyler Powell made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half69-70Carson Johnson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-70Straton Rogers made Layup.
- 2nd Half71-71Jeremiah Burke made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-72Jeremiah Burke made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-72Alton Hamilton IV made Layup.
- 2nd Half73-74Julius Rollins made Layup.
- 2nd Half73-76Zane Nelson made Layup.
- 2nd Half74-76Emmett Marquardt made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-76Emmett Marquardt made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-76Isaiah Moses made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-76Isaiah Moses made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half79-76Jojo Anderson made Layup. Assisted by Isaiah Moses.
- 2nd Half79-78Jeremiah Burke made Layup.
- 2nd Half82-78Emmett Marquardt made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Isaiah Moses.
- 2nd Half82-79Logan Kinsey made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half82-80Logan Kinsey made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half84-80Isaiah Moses made Jumper.
- 2nd Half84-82Gabe Oldham made Layup.
- 2nd Half84-85Jeremiah Burke made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Zane Nelson.
- 2nd Half86-85Isaiah Moses made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half86-87Jeremiah Burke made Layup.
- 2nd Half86-88Zane Nelson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half86-89Zane Nelson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half86-90Jeremiah Burke made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half86-91Jeremiah Burke made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half89-91Isaiah Moses made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half89-92Carson Johnson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half89-93Carson Johnson made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Denver Pioneers, below favours Eastern Washington Eagles.
Venue
- Hamilton GymnasiumDenver, CO
- Attendance500
- OfficialsMike O'Neill, Mark Riggs, Daniel Nguyen
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