Elon Phoenix Edges UNC Greensboro in Overtime Thriller
Saturday, November 8, 2025, 4:00 PM ET · First Horizon Coliseum
Elon Phoenix 92, UNC Greensboro Spartans 90, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Elon Phoenix vs UNC Greensboro Spartans?
Elon Phoenix beat UNC Greensboro Spartans 92-90 at First Horizon Coliseum on November 8, 2025.
In a dramatic finish, the Elon Phoenix triumphed over the UNC Greensboro Spartans with a final score of 92-90 after an intense overtime period. This matchup, held at the First Horizon Coliseum, showcased the resilience of both teams, but ultimately, it was Elon who emerged victorious, improving their record to 3-0 while handing the Spartans their third consecutive loss, dropping them to 0-3 for the season.
The game was a testament to the competitive spirit of both squads. Elon entered the contest with a recent form of 3-7 over their last ten games, but they managed to secure a win in their most recent outing against the Belmont Abbey Crusaders, where they dominated with a score of 99-51. Their scoring average in the last five games was 77.0, with an average of 74.2 points allowed. Conversely, UNC Greensboro had a record of 6-4 in their last ten games but was struggling with a two-game losing streak. They had averaged 70.7 points scored and allowed 69.3 points during that span.
Home court advantage has not been beneficial for the Spartans so far this season, as they have a home record of 0-2. In contrast, Elon has shown some promise on the road, with a record of 2-0 prior to this game. The previous meeting between these two teams took place on December 22, 2024, where Elon also came out on top, winning 73-69.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details regarding player availability for either team, which could have impacted their performance. However, both teams were likely looking to field their strongest lineups to secure a crucial early-season victory.
The betting market reflected a slight edge for the home team, with UNC Greensboro having a win probability of 53.2% according to the latest odds. This indicates that the Spartans were favored to win, but the outcome of the game proved that the odds can often be misleading in tightly contested matchups.
The conditions during the game were typical for a basketball contest in November, with players likely adjusting to the early-season atmosphere and the nuances of their respective playing styles. Fans were treated to a thrilling display of basketball, with the game going back and forth until the final moments of regulation and into overtime.
As the game progressed, viewers witnessed a series of pivotal scoring plays in the overtime period. Key moments included free throws from Kacper Klaczek and Bryson Cokley, which ultimately sealed the game for Elon. Cokley’s dunk, assisted by Randall Pettus II, was a highlight that energized the crowd and shifted momentum in favor of the Phoenix.
In conclusion, the Elon Phoenix's victory over the UNC Greensboro Spartans was a closely contested battle that showcased the competitive nature of college basketball. With both teams looking to improve their standings, this game will serve as a crucial learning experience as they move forward in the season.
Leaders
- PointsDonald Whitehead Jr.18UNC Greensboro Spartans
- AssistsJustin Neely9UNC Greensboro Spartans
- ReboundsJustin Neely11UNC Greensboro Spartans
- PointsKacper Klaczek25Elon Phoenix
- AssistsJa'Juan Carr7Elon Phoenix
- ReboundsKacper Klaczek13Elon Phoenix
Recent form
UNC Greensboro Spartans
Last 10: 6-4Streak L270.7 scored · 69.3 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L64-93at Kansas State WildcatsNov 5
- L57-64vs VMI KeydetsMar 8
- W108-100vs Samford BulldogsMar 1
- L63-75vs Chattanooga MocsFeb 28
- W78-61at Mercer BearsFeb 22
- L49-65at East Tennessee State BuccaneersFeb 20
- W58-50at Furman PaladinsFeb 15
- W80-54vs VMI KeydetsFeb 13
- W74-70vs Western Carolina CatamountsFeb 8
- W76-61at The Citadel BulldogsFeb 6
Elon Phoenix
Last 10: 3-7Streak W173.5 scored · 72.8 allowed per game1-5 away
- W99-51vs Belmont Abbey CrusadersNov 6
- L74-91at Drexel DragonsMar 8
- L66-71at Stony Brook SeawolvesMar 1
- L76-79at Monmouth HawksFeb 28
- L70-79vs William & Mary TribeFeb 23
- W69-63vs Towson TigersFeb 21
- W81-70at UNC Wilmington SeahawksFeb 16
- L59-60vs North Carolina A&T AggiesFeb 14
- L83-88at Charleston CougarsFeb 8
- L58-76at Campbell Fighting CamelsFeb 7
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNC Wilmington | 27-7 | - | 15-3 |
| Charleston | 21-11 | 1 | 14-4 |
| Hofstra | 24-11 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Monmouth | 19-15 | 4 | 11-7 |
| William & Mary | 20-12 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Drexel | 17-16 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Towson | 19-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Stony Brook | 17-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Campbell | 16-18 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Hampton | 13-19 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Elon | 14-18 | 9 | 6-12 |
| North Carolina A&T | 11-19 | 11 | 4-14 |
| Northeastern | 7-24 | 13 | 2-16 |
| 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 | Elon Phoenix | UNC Greensboro Spartans |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-75 | 30-63 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 11-34 | 14-31 |
| Three-point % | 32 | 45 |
| Free throws | 21-30 | 16-27 |
| Free throw % | 70 | 59 |
| Rebounds | 46 | 40 |
| Offensive rebounds | 19 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 28 |
| Assists | 17 | 16 |
| Steals | 8 | 2 |
| Blocks | 5 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 4 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 18 | 5 |
| Fast-break points | 2 | 3 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 24 |
| Fouls | 21 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 8 | 6 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half57-60Lilian Marville made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-60Kacper Klaczek made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-60Kacper Klaczek made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ned Hull.
- 2nd Half63-60Kacper Klaczek made Layup.
- 2nd Half63-63Clinton Efinda made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Justin Neely.
- 2nd Half64-63Ned Hull made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-63Ned Hull made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-66Clinton Efinda made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Justin Neely.
- 2nd Half66-66Chandler Cuthrell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-69KJ Younger made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Justin Neely.
- 2nd Half66-72KJ Younger made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Justin Neely.
- 2nd Half68-72Chandler Cuthrell made Layup.
- 2nd Half70-72Chandler Cuthrell made Layup. Assisted by Kacper Klaczek.
- 2nd Half70-74Domas Kauzonas made Layup.
- 2nd Half71-74Kacper Klaczek made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-74Chandler Cuthrell made Layup.
- 2nd Half73-75Lilian Marville made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-76Lilian Marville made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-76Kacper Klaczek made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half75-77Donald Whitehead Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-78Donald Whitehead Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-80Justin Neely made Layup.
- 2nd Half77-80Chandler Cuthrell made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half78-80Chandler Cuthrell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half79-80Ja'Juan Carr made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half81-80Chandler Cuthrell made Layup.
- 2nd Half81-82Lilian Marville made Jumper.
- 2nd Half81-84Domas Kauzonas made Layup. Assisted by Justin Neely.
- 2nd Half83-84Ja'Juan Carr made Layup.
- 2nd Half83-86Domas Kauzonas made Layup. Assisted by Justin Neely.
- 2nd Half86-86Kacper Klaczek made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ja'Juan Carr.
- OT86-87Clinton Efinda made Free Throw.
- OT86-88Clinton Efinda made Free Throw.
- OT87-88Kacper Klaczek made Free Throw.
- OT88-88Kacper Klaczek made Free Throw.
- OT90-88Bryson Cokley made Dunk. Assisted by Randall Pettus II.
- OT90-89Domas Kauzonas made Free Throw.
- OT90-90Domas Kauzonas made Free Throw.
- OT91-90Bryson Cokley made Free Throw.
- OT92-90Bryson Cokley made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours UNC Greensboro Spartans, below favours Elon Phoenix.
Venue
- First Horizon ColiseumGreensboro, NC
- Attendance1718
- OfficialsMike Terry, Josh White, Michael Wallace
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