Florida Gulf Coast Eagles Defeat Jacksonville Dolphins 68-49
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 3:00 PM ET · Swisher Gymnasium
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Who won Florida Gulf Coast Eagles vs Jacksonville Dolphins?
Florida Gulf Coast Eagles beat Jacksonville Dolphins 68-49 at Swisher Gymnasium on January 31, 2026.
Who was favored in Florida Gulf Coast Eagles vs Jacksonville Dolphins?
Jacksonville Dolphins were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -118 (about 54% implied). The underdog won.
In a decisive matchup, the Florida Gulf Coast Eagles triumphed over the Jacksonville Dolphins with a final score of 68-49 at Swisher Gymnasium. This victory marks the Eagles' second consecutive win against the Dolphins, extending their head-to-head record to 2-0 in the current season.
Both teams entered the game with similar records, the Dolphins at 9-14 and the Eagles at 10-13. However, the Eagles have shown slightly better recent form, with a record of 4-6 in their last ten games compared to the Dolphins' 4-6 as well. The Eagles' scoring average in those ten games was 75.6 points, while they allowed 73.9 points per game. In contrast, the Dolphins averaged 68.5 points scored and allowed 70.2 points in their last ten games.
The Dolphins had been on a two-game winning streak before this game, with recent victories over the Lipscomb Bisons and Eastern Kentucky Colonels. Their last five games saw them scoring an average of 74.2 points while allowing 69.6 points. Conversely, the Eagles had a mixed performance, winning only two of their last five games, averaging 73.8 points scored and 78.0 points allowed.
When considering home and away performances, the Dolphins have a home record of 3-2 in their last five games, while the Eagles have struggled away, recording only one win in their last four away games. This game was crucial for both teams as they sought to improve their standings in the league.
In terms of previous meetings, the Dolphins faced the Eagles twice in the 2025 season, losing both encounters. The first matchup saw the Dolphins fall 79-83 at home, and the second was a 56-72 loss away from home. This history added pressure on the Dolphins to turn the tide in their favor, but they were unable to do so.
Injury updates indicated that both teams were relatively healthy, with no significant injuries reported that would impact the game. This allowed both squads to field their strongest lineups.
Betting lines from DraftKings indicated a close contest, with the Dolphins favored by 1.5 points. The total points line was set at 136.5, reflecting expectations of a competitive scoring battle. The odds for the Dolphins to win outright were -118.0, while the Eagles were at -102.0.
The game conditions were typical for a basketball matchup, with no unusual weather factors affecting play. Fans could expect to see a high-energy game, with both teams looking to capitalize on offensive opportunities.
As the game unfolded, the Eagles took control early and maintained their lead throughout. Key scoring plays included Donovan Rivers making a layup to push the Eagles' lead to 62-47 in the second half, followed by Tristen Guillouette contributing significantly with free throws and layups, helping to seal the victory for Florida Gulf Coast.
Ultimately, the Dolphins' inability to keep pace with the Eagles' scoring proved detrimental, as they struggled to find their rhythm offensively, resulting in their defeat. The Eagles' performance not only solidified their standing in the league but also showcased their ability to perform under pressure against a rival team.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | JAX -1.5 | 136.5 o -112 / u -108 | Florida Gulf Coast Eagles -102 · Jacksonville Dolphins -118 |
Leaders
- PointsHayden Wood11Jacksonville Dolphins
- AssistsHayden Wood1Jacksonville Dolphins
- ReboundsJaylen Jordon8Jacksonville Dolphins
- PointsJordan Ellerbee15Florida Gulf Coast Eagles
- AssistsRahmir Barno3Florida Gulf Coast Eagles
- ReboundsJ.R. Konieczny8Florida Gulf Coast Eagles
Recent form
Jacksonville Dolphins
Last 10: 4-6Streak W268.5 scored · 70.2 allowed per game3-2 at home
- W70-65vs Lipscomb BisonsJan 30
- W81-76vs Eastern Kentucky ColonelsJan 24
- L70-77vs Bellarmine KnightsJan 23
- W90-68at North Alabama LionsJan 17
- L60-62at Central Arkansas BearsJan 16
- W75-43vs West Georgia WolvesJan 10
- L51-77vs Queens University RoyalsJan 9
- L68-71at Austin Peay GovernorsJan 3
- L57-76at Lipscomb BisonsJan 1
- L63-87at Florida State SeminolesDec 23
Florida Gulf Coast Eagles
Last 10: 4-6Streak W175.6 scored · 73.9 allowed per game1-3 away
- W72-64vs North Alabama LionsJan 30
- L71-86at Lipscomb BisonsJan 23
- L62-83at Austin Peay GovernorsJan 22
- W90-72vs West Georgia WolvesJan 17
- L74-85vs Queens University RoyalsJan 16
- L77-84vs Lipscomb BisonsJan 10
- L71-82vs Austin Peay GovernorsJan 9
- W72-55at North Alabama LionsJan 3
- L83-85at Central Arkansas BearsJan 1
- W84-43vs Fort Lauderdale EaglesDec 28
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Peay | 22-9 | +1 | 15-3 |
| Central Arkansas | 22-12 | +1 | 15-3 |
| Queens University | 21-14 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Lipscomb | 19-13 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Florida Gulf Coast | 16-18 | 7 | 8-10 |
| West Georgia | 15-17 | 6 | 8-10 |
| Bellarmine | 13-19 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Jacksonville | 12-20 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Stetson | 12-21 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Eastern Kentucky | 11-21 | 7 | 7-11 |
| North Florida | 7-25 | 10 | 5-13 |
| North Alabama | 9-21 | 10 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Florida Gulf Coast Eagles | Jacksonville Dolphins |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-52 | 20-54 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 37 |
| Three-pointers | 7-15 | 1-17 |
| Three-point % | 47 | 6 |
| Free throws | 15-25 | 8-15 |
| Free throw % | 60 | 53 |
| Rebounds | 37 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 29 | 28 |
| Assists | 10 | 4 |
| Steals | 9 | 6 |
| Blocks | 3 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 16 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 2 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 2 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 6 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 5 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 28 |
| Fouls | 18 | 22 |
| Largest lead | 19 | 7 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half27-26Michael Duax makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half29-26Jordan Ellerbee makes driving layup
- 2nd Half31-26J.R. Konieczny makes driving layup
- 2nd Half33-26Isaiah Malone makes layup
- 2nd Half34-26Isaiah Malone makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half34-28Evan Sterck makes driving layup
- 2nd Half35-28J.R. Konieczny makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half35-30Chris Lockett Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half38-30Jordan Ellerbee makes 28-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half40-30Tristen Guillouette makes driving layup
- 2nd Half40-32Jaylen Jones makes driving layup
- 2nd Half43-32Darren Williams makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jack Reddick assists)
- 2nd Half43-33Chris Arias makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half43-34Chris Arias makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half44-34Isaiah Malone makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-34Isaiah Malone makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-36Chris Lockett Jr. makes 17-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half48-36George Washington III makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jordan Ellerbee assists)
- 2nd Half48-37Chris Lockett Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-39Hayden Wood makes layup
- 2nd Half50-39Michael Duax makes 16-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half50-40Hayden Wood makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-42Hayden Wood makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half50-43Hayden Wood makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half53-43Jordan Ellerbee makes 26-foot three point jumper (J.R. Konieczny assists)
- 2nd Half55-43Jordan Ellerbee makes driving layup (Rahmir Barno assists)
- 2nd Half55-45Evan Sterck makes 13-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half57-45Tristen Guillouette makes 17-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half58-45Rahmir Barno makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-45J.R. Konieczny makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-45Rahmir Barno makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-45Rahmir Barno makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-47Donovan Rivers makes layup
- 2nd Half63-47Tristen Guillouette makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-48Hayden Wood makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-48Tristen Guillouette makes layup (Rahmir Barno assists)
- 2nd Half65-49Chris Arias makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-49Tristen Guillouette makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-49Tristen Guillouette makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-49Rahmir Barno makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Jacksonville Dolphins, below favours Florida Gulf Coast Eagles.
Venue
- Swisher GymnasiumJacksonville, FL
- Attendance612
- OfficialsJon Broska, Nick Meyer, Ryan Wechsler
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