Virginia Tech Edges Elon in Overtime Thriller
Saturday, December 20, 2025, 2:00 PM ET · Cassell Coliseum
Virginia Tech Hokies 82, Elon Phoenix 81, 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 Elon Phoenix vs Virginia Tech Hokies?
Virginia Tech Hokies beat Elon Phoenix 82-81 at Cassell Coliseum on December 20, 2025.
Who was favored in Elon Phoenix vs Virginia Tech Hokies?
Virginia Tech Hokies were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -950 (about 90% implied). The favorite won.
In a thrilling overtime contest, the Virginia Tech Hokies narrowly defeated the Elon Phoenix 82-81 at Cassell Coliseum. This matchup showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, with Virginia Tech continuing its strong home performance and Elon demonstrating resilience in a closely contested game.
Virginia Tech entered the game with a home record of 11-2 and a recent form that included an impressive 8-2 record over their last ten games, highlighted by a four-game winning streak. The Hokies averaged 79.3 points scored per game while allowing 69.5 points during this stretch. Their last five games saw them maintain an average of 81.0 points scored and 71.6 points allowed, indicating a potent offense paired with a solid defensive effort.
On the other side, Elon brought a record of 7-5 into the matchup, with a recent form of 6-4 over their last ten games. The Phoenix were riding a three-game winning streak and averaged 83.9 points scored while allowing 81.1 points during this period. Their last five games reflected an average of 80.6 points scored and 77.8 points allowed, showcasing their ability to put up points but also highlighting some defensive vulnerabilities.
The game was played at Cassell Coliseum, where Virginia Tech has been particularly strong, boasting a home record of 6-1 this season. In contrast, Elon had an away record of 3-2, indicating that while they have been competitive on the road, they faced a tough challenge in this environment.
The matchup was also notable for the betting lines set by DraftKings, which had Virginia Tech as a 12.5-point favorite, with a total set at 158.5 points. The odds reflected the expectation of a high-scoring game, consistent with both teams' scoring capabilities.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing from either team, suggesting that both squads were at full strength for this encounter.
The game itself was a back-and-forth affair, ultimately leading to overtime after a tightly contested regulation period. The scoring plays in overtime were intense, with Chandler Cuthrell making crucial free throws and driving layups to keep Elon in the game. However, Ben Hammond's contributions, including a driving layup and critical free throws, helped Virginia Tech maintain their edge. The final play saw Christian Gurdak score a layup with an assist from Hammond, sealing the victory for the Hokies.
The conditions in Cassell Coliseum were conducive to an exciting game, with both teams showcasing their offensive talents. Fans witnessed a thrilling contest that highlighted the competitive nature of college basketball, with Virginia Tech emerging victorious in a nail-biting finish.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | VT -12.5 | 158.5 o -112 / u -108 | Elon Phoenix +625 · Virginia Tech Hokies -950 |
Leaders
- PointsAmani Hansberry20Virginia Tech Hokies
- AssistsAmani Hansberry3Virginia Tech Hokies
- ReboundsAmani Hansberry14Virginia Tech Hokies
- PointsChandler Cuthrell18Elon Phoenix
- AssistsDeMarco Johnson6Elon Phoenix
- ReboundsIsaac Harrell9Elon Phoenix
Recent form
Virginia Tech Hokies
Last 10: 8-2Streak W479.3 scored · 69.5 allowed per game6-1 at home
- W82-53vs Maryland Eastern Shore HawksDec 14
- W96-74vs Western Carolina CatamountsDec 12
- W73-62vs George Mason PatriotsDec 6
- W86-83at South Carolina GamecocksDec 3
- L68-86at VCU RamsNov 28
- L66-77vs Saint Mary's GaelsNov 27
- W66-64at Colorado State RamsNov 26
- W78-61vs Bryant BulldogsNov 20
- W84-76vs Charlotte 49ersNov 16
- W94-59vs Saint Joseph's HawksNov 13
Elon Phoenix
Last 10: 6-4Streak W383.9 scored · 81.1 allowed per game3-2 away
- W73-70vs Richmond SpidersDec 18
- W85-79vs Northern Illinois HuskiesDec 13
- W73-52at Wofford TerriersDec 6
- L88-97vs Furman PaladinsDec 4
- L84-91vs Mercer BearsNov 29
- W88-53at App State MountaineersNov 24
- L72-99at Miami HurricanesNov 21
- W95-84vs Gardner-Webb Runnin' BulldogsNov 16
- L89-96at Marshall Thundering HerdNov 13
- W92-90at UNC Greensboro SpartansNov 8
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 |
| Duke | 35-3 | - | 17-1 |
| Virginia | 30-6 | 2 | 15-3 |
| Miami | 26-9 | 4 | 13-5 |
| North Carolina | 24-9 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Clemson | 24-11 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Louisville | 24-11 | 6 | 11-7 |
| NC State | 20-14 | 7 | 10-8 |
| Florida State | 18-15 | 7 | 10-8 |
| California | 22-12 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Stanford | 20-13 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Virginia Tech | 19-13 | 9 | 8-10 |
| SMU | 20-14 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Wake Forest | 18-17 | 10 | 7-11 |
| Syracuse | 15-17 | 11 | 6-12 |
| Pittsburgh | 13-20 | 12 | 5-13 |
| Notre Dame | 13-18 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Boston College | 11-20 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Georgia Tech | 11-20 | 15 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Elon Phoenix | Virginia Tech Hokies |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 31-66 | 29-60 |
| Field goal % | 47 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 10-30 | 4-13 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 31 |
| Free throws | 9-11 | 20-29 |
| Free throw % | 82 | 69 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 16 | 18 |
| Defensive rebounds | 19 | 18 |
| Assists | 14 | 13 |
| Steals | 4 | 7 |
| Blocks | 4 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 17 | 16 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 4 |
| Points in the paint | 42 | 40 |
| Fouls | 29 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 19 | 3 |
| Lead changes | 9 | 9 |
| Time in front | 84 | 10 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half53-50Jaden Schutt makes 25-foot three pointer (Amani Hansberry assists)
- 2nd Half53-52Amani Hansberry makes layup (Jaden Schutt assists)
- 2nd Half56-52Isaac Harrell makes 26-foot three point jumper (DeMarco Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half56-53Izaiah Pasha makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-54Izaiah Pasha makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-54Kacper Klaczek makes driving layup
- 2nd Half58-56Amani Hansberry makes layup
- 2nd Half58-57Izaiah Pasha makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-57DeMarco Johnson makes 3-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half60-59Christian Gurdak makes layup (Jaden Schutt assists)
- 2nd Half62-59Chandler Cuthrell makes driving layup
- 2nd Half62-60Izaiah Pasha makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-61Izaiah Pasha makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-63Amani Hansberry makes layup
- 2nd Half62-65Ben Hammond makes 5-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half63-65Ja'Juan Carr makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-65Ja'Juan Carr makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-66Ben Hammond makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-67Ben Hammond makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-67Chandler Cuthrell makes layup (Ja'Juan Carr assists)
- 2nd Half66-68Tyler Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-68Chandler Cuthrell makes layup
- 2nd Half70-68Bryson Cokley makes driving layup
- 2nd Half70-70Ben Hammond makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half72-70Chandler Cuthrell makes layup (Kacper Klaczek assists)
- 2nd Half72-72Amani Hansberry makes 9-foot floating jump shot (Izaiah Pasha assists)
- OT73-72Bryson Cokley makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT74-72Bryson Cokley makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT74-73Christian Gurdak makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT74-74Christian Gurdak makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT75-74Kacper Klaczek makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT75-76Tyler Johnson makes driving layup
- OT76-76Chandler Cuthrell makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT77-76Chandler Cuthrell makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT77-78Ben Hammond makes driving layup
- OT79-78Chandler Cuthrell makes driving layup
- OT79-79Ben Hammond makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT79-80Ben Hammond makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT81-80DeMarco Johnson makes driving layup
- OT81-82Christian Gurdak makes layup (Ben Hammond assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Virginia Tech Hokies, below favours Elon Phoenix.
Venue
- Cassell ColiseumBlacksburg, VA
- Attendance4380
- OfficialsSean Hull, Jerry Heater, Ryan Sassano
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