Utah Utes Dominate Eastern Washington Eagles 101-77
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Jon M. Huntsman Center
Utah Utes 101, Eastern Washington Eagles 77, 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 Utah Utes?
Utah Utes beat Eastern Washington Eagles 101-77 at Jon M. Huntsman Center on December 20, 2025.
Who was favored in Eastern Washington Eagles vs Utah Utes?
Utah Utes were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -700 (about 88% implied). The favorite won.
The Utah Utes showcased their offensive prowess in a commanding 101-77 victory over the Eastern Washington Eagles at the Jon M. Huntsman Center. This match highlighted the disparity in performance between the two teams, with Utah boasting a home record of 8-4 compared to Eastern Washington's struggling away record of 2-10. The Utes have been a formidable force at home, holding a 5-2 record in their own arena, while the Eagles have yet to secure a win on the road, sitting at 0-6 in away games.
In terms of recent form, Utah entered the game with a record of 6-4 over their last ten outings, although they were coming off a loss to Mississippi State, which snapped a brief two-game winning streak. Their scoring average during this stretch was 80.4 points per game, with an average of 79.4 points allowed. In contrast, Eastern Washington has struggled significantly, with a record of 2-8 in their last ten games and a current losing streak of two games. They averaged 77.8 points scored but allowed a concerning 83.5 points per game.
The Utes' last five games reflected a slight dip in performance, as they recorded a 2-3 record with an average of 74.0 points scored and 77.6 points allowed. Meanwhile, the Eagles managed only one win in their last five, scoring an average of 79.2 points while allowing 80.8 points. This trend of defensive vulnerabilities was evident in the game against Utah, where the Eagles struggled to contain their opponents.
Historically, Utah has had the upper hand in their previous meeting with Eastern Washington, winning 88-80 in a matchup earlier in the season. This added to their confidence heading into the game, as they aimed to extend their winning record against the Eagles.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details on player availability, but the impact of any absences could have affected both teams' performance. The betting market reflected Utah's dominance, with DraftKings setting the odds at UTAH -10.5, indicating a strong expectation of a Utes victory. The total points line was set at 160.5, suggesting a high-scoring affair was anticipated.
The game conditions were favorable for an exciting matchup, and the Utes capitalized on their home court advantage. As the game progressed, Utah's offensive execution became increasingly evident, with multiple players contributing to the scoring. Key moments included a series of impressive plays in the second half, such as Kendyl Sanders' 23-foot three-point jumper and Don McHenry's step-back jumpshot, which helped solidify their lead.
Overall, the Utes' performance was characterized by strong shooting and effective teamwork, allowing them to maintain control throughout the game. The victory not only improved their standing but also served as a statement of their capabilities as they move forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UTAH -10.5 | 160.5 o -105 / u -115 | Eastern Washington Eagles +500 · Utah Utes -700 |
Leaders
- PointsDon McHenry27Utah Utes
- AssistsTerrence Brown11Utah Utes
- ReboundsKeanu Dawes9Utah Utes
- PointsAlton Hamilton IV19Eastern Washington Eagles
- AssistsJojo Anderson4Eastern Washington Eagles
- ReboundsAlton Hamilton IV9Eastern Washington Eagles
Recent form
Utah Utes
Last 10: 6-4Streak L180.4 scored · 79.4 allowed per game5-2 at home
- L74-82vs Mississippi State BulldogsDec 14
- W91-85vs California Baptist LancersDec 7
- L72-79at California Golden BearsDec 3
- W75-74at Ole Miss RebelsNov 27
- L58-68at Grand Canyon LopesNov 26
- L85-92vs Cal Poly MustangsNov 21
- W85-77vs Purdue Fort Wayne MastodonsNov 19
- W85-79vs Sam Houston BearkatsNov 16
- W87-69vs Holy Cross CrusadersNov 11
- W92-89vs Weber State WildcatsNov 9
Eastern Washington Eagles
Last 10: 2-8Streak L277.8 scored · 83.5 allowed per game0-6 away
- L63-78vs Washington State CougarsDec 18
- L83-88vs California Baptist LancersDec 13
- W90-66vs Kansas City RoosDec 6
- L89-93at Denver PioneersDec 4
- 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
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 |
| Arizona | 36-3 | - | 16-2 |
| Houston | 30-7 | 2 | 14-4 |
| Iowa State | 29-8 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Kansas | 24-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Texas Tech | 23-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| TCU | 23-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| BYU | 23-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| UCF | 21-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| West Virginia | 21-14 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Cincinnati | 18-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Colorado | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Arizona State | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma State | 20-15 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Baylor | 17-17 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Kansas State | 12-20 | 13 | 3-15 |
| Utah | 10-22 | 14 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Eastern Washington Eagles | Utah Utes |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-70 | 39-57 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 68 |
| Three-pointers | 8-26 | 11-21 |
| Three-point % | 31 | 52 |
| Free throws | 13-19 | 12-17 |
| Free throw % | 68 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 18 | 5 |
| Defensive rebounds | 16 | 26 |
| Assists | 13 | 23 |
| Steals | 5 | 6 |
| Blocks | 1 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 2 | 22 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 52 |
| Fouls | 14 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 29 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 1 | 94 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half45-58Jojo Anderson makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half45-60Keanu Dawes makes layup (Seydou Traore assists)
- 2nd Half45-61Keanu Dawes makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half47-61Alton Hamilton IV makes layup
- 2nd Half47-63Keanu Dawes makes driving layup (Obomate Abbey assists)
- 2nd Half49-63Kiree Huie makes driving layup (Isaiah Moses assists)
- 2nd Half50-63Isaiah Moses makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-63Isaiah Moses makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-65James Okonkwo makes 4-foot dunk (Keanu Dawes assists)
- 2nd Half53-65Alton Hamilton IV makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half53-67Don McHenry makes driving layup
- 2nd Half53-68Terrence Brown makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-70Terrence Brown makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half53-72Terrence Brown makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half55-72Alton Hamilton IV makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-72Elijah Thomas makes 0-foot tip in dunk (Kiree Huie assists)
- 2nd Half60-72Johnny Radford makes 25-foot three point jumper (Alton Hamilton IV assists)
- 2nd Half60-75Don McHenry makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kendyl Sanders assists)
- 2nd Half60-77Terrence Brown makes driving layup
- 2nd Half60-79Don McHenry makes driving layup
- 2nd Half60-80Don McHenry makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half63-80Emmett Marquardt makes 25-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Moses assists)
- 2nd Half63-82Kendyl Sanders makes driving layup (Terrence Brown assists)
- 2nd Half63-84Terrence Brown makes driving layup (Seydou Traore assists)
- 2nd Half65-84Isaiah Moses makes driving layup
- 2nd Half66-84Straton Rogers makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-84Straton Rogers makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-86Seydou Traore makes 4-foot dunk (Terrence Brown assists)
- 2nd Half70-86Cole Scherer makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jojo Anderson assists)
- 2nd Half70-89Don McHenry makes 23-foot three point jumper (Terrence Brown assists)
- 2nd Half70-90Terrence Brown makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-91Terrence Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-91Cole Scherer makes driving layup
- 2nd Half72-94Kendyl Sanders makes 23-foot three point jumper (Terrence Brown assists)
- 2nd Half72-95Terrence Brown makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-96Terrence Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-98Keanu Dawes makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half72-101Don McHenry makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half75-101Johnny Radford makes 24-foot three point jumper (Cole Scherer assists)
- 2nd Half77-101Cole Scherer makes 12-foot floating jump shot (Johnny Radford assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Utah Utes, below favours Eastern Washington Eagles.
Venue
- Jon M. Huntsman CenterSalt Lake City, UT
- Attendance6116
- OfficialsKipp Kissinger, D.G. Nelson, Marques Pettigrew
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