Furman Paladins Defeat Manhattan Jaspers 75-68
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Draddy Gymnasium
Furman Paladins 75, Manhattan Jaspers 68, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Furman Paladins vs Manhattan Jaspers?
Furman Paladins beat Manhattan Jaspers 75-68 at Draddy Gymnasium on December 18, 2025.
Who was favored in Furman Paladins vs Manhattan Jaspers?
Furman Paladins were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -550 (about 85% implied). The favorite won.
In a competitive matchup at Draddy Gymnasium, the Furman Paladins secured a 75-68 victory over the Manhattan Jaspers. This game was notable as it showcased the contrasting fortunes of the two teams, with Furman entering the contest with a strong away record of 8-4, while Manhattan struggled at 4-8 overall.
Furman came into the game riding a three-game winning streak, having recently defeated the Bob Jones Bruins 105-57 and the Harvard Crimson 79-69. Their recent form has been impressive, with a record of 7-3 over their last ten games and an average of 79.2 points scored while allowing only 67.4. In contrast, the Jaspers have faced difficulties, losing their last two games against Fordham Rams and Marist Red Foxes, contributing to a record of 3-7 in their last ten outings. Manhattan has averaged 73.6 points scored but has struggled defensively, allowing 86.9 points per game during that stretch.
At home, Manhattan has managed a record of 2-1, but their overall performance has been hampered by a 1-6 record on the road. Conversely, Furman has been strong at home with a 6-1 record, although they have faced challenges away, posting a 1-2 record in such games. The matchup also marked a significant moment for both teams, as they aimed to improve their standings in the league.
The game featured key scoring plays, particularly in the second half, where Terrance Jones and Alex Wilkins played pivotal roles for the Paladins. Jones made crucial free throws and a step-back jump shot, while Wilkins contributed with a pull-up jump shot and two free throws that helped extend Furman's lead. The Jaspers fought hard, with Jaden Winston and Eddrin Bronson contributing important points, but they were unable to close the gap.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any particular player absences, which suggests both teams may have been at full strength for this contest. The market had Furman favored by a spread of 10.5 points, according to DraftKings, with a total set at 154.5. This indicated that the expectation was for a relatively high-scoring game, reflecting both teams' offensive capabilities.
The conditions in Draddy Gymnasium were typical for a college basketball game, with both teams looking to capitalize on their home-court advantage or maintain momentum on the road. The game was played under standard indoor conditions, which generally favor high-paced play.
Viewers were advised to watch for the dynamic scoring from both teams, particularly how Furman's offense executed in the second half to maintain their lead. The Jaspers' attempts to rally back were evident, but ultimately they fell short, unable to overcome the Paladins' effective scoring and defensive strategies. The final score of 75-68 reflects a hard-fought battle, with Furman emerging victorious.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | FUR -10.5 | 154.5 o -112 / u -108 | Furman Paladins -550 · Manhattan Jaspers +410 |
Leaders
- PointsDevin Dinkins17Manhattan Jaspers
- AssistsJaden Winston6Manhattan Jaspers
- ReboundsAnthony Isaac10Manhattan Jaspers
- PointsAlex Wilkins18Furman Paladins
- AssistsAlex Wilkins7Furman Paladins
- ReboundsCharles Johnston11Furman Paladins
Recent form
Manhattan Jaspers
Last 10: 3-7Streak L273.6 scored · 86.9 allowed per game2-1 at home
- L53-82at Fordham RamsDec 13
- L68-80at Marist Red FoxesDec 7
- W70-66vs Fairfield StagsDec 6
- L78-81at Army Black KnightsNov 29
- L101-103vs Wagner SeahawksNov 26
- L68-109at Texas A&M AggiesNov 22
- W80-73vs Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsNov 16
- L56-86at Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsNov 15
- W79-75at Utah Tech TrailblazersNov 13
- L83-114at USC TrojansNov 9
Furman Paladins
Last 10: 7-3Streak W379.2 scored · 67.4 allowed per game1-2 away
- W105-57vs Bob Jones BruinsDec 9
- W79-69vs Harvard CrimsonDec 6
- W97-88at Elon PhoenixDec 4
- L65-72at Illinois State RedbirdsNov 28
- W73-72vs Richmond SpidersNov 27
- W90-79vs Queens University RoyalsNov 23
- W79-44vs Ohio Christian TrailblazersNov 19
- L54-70at Northern Iowa PanthersNov 15
- W89-59vs Columbia International RamsNov 10
- L61-64vs Troy TrojansNov 8
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Merrimack | 23-11 | - | 17-3 |
| Saint Peter's | 17-12 | 3 | 14-6 |
| Siena | 23-12 | 4 | 13-7 |
| Marist | 19-12 | 5 | 12-8 |
| Quinnipiac | 19-13 | 5 | 12-8 |
| Fairfield | 21-13 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Mount St. Mary's | 15-17 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Iona | 18-14 | 7 | 10-10 |
| Sacred Heart | 14-19 | 8 | 9-11 |
| Manhattan | 12-20 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Canisius | 10-21 | 12 | 5-15 |
| Niagara | 8-22 | 12 | 5-15 |
| Rider | 4-25 | 14 | 3-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Furman Paladins | Manhattan Jaspers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-60 | 25-64 |
| Field goal % | 50 | 39 |
| Three-pointers | 10-28 | 7-26 |
| Three-point % | 36 | 27 |
| Free throws | 5-14 | 11-16 |
| Free throw % | 36 | 69 |
| Rebounds | 42 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 28 | 22 |
| Assists | 20 | 14 |
| Steals | 9 | 14 |
| Blocks | 4 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 17 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 19 | 17 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 26 |
| Fouls | 17 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 8 | 4 |
| Lead changes | 8 | 8 |
| Time in front | 74 | 18 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half34-33Devin Dinkins makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half34-35Jaden Winston makes driving layup (Marko Ljubicic assists)
- 2nd Half37-35Asa Thomas makes 28-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half37-38Marko Ljubicic makes 24-foot three point jumper (Fraser Roxburgh assists)
- 2nd Half37-40Erik Oliver-Bush makes driving layup
- 2nd Half40-40Asa Thomas makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half42-40Cooper Bowser makes 4-foot dunk (Alex Wilkins assists)
- 2nd Half42-42Jaden Winston makes driving layup
- 2nd Half43-42Ben Vander Wal makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-42Ben Vander Wal makes driving layup
- 2nd Half47-42Cooper Bowser makes 8-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half47-45Devin Dinkins makes 25-foot three point jumper (Terrance Jones assists)
- 2nd Half47-47Anthony Isaac makes 8-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half47-50Terrance Jones makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half49-50Alex Wilkins makes driving layup (Charles Johnston assists)
- 2nd Half51-50Alex Wilkins makes 11-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half54-50Tom House makes 24-foot three point jumper (Alex Wilkins assists)
- 2nd Half54-52Fraser Roxburgh makes 6-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half56-52Cooper Bowser makes 2-foot dunk (Ben Vander Wal assists)
- 2nd Half56-53Anthony Isaac makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-53Cooper Bowser makes 4-foot dunk (Asa Thomas assists)
- 2nd Half60-53Alex Wilkins makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-53Alex Wilkins makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half61-56Devin Dinkins makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot (Fraser Roxburgh assists)
- 2nd Half64-56Charles Johnston makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half64-58Devin Dinkins makes 13-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half64-59Anthony Isaac makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-60Anthony Isaac makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-60Charles Johnston makes 3-foot dunk (Alex Wilkins assists)
- 2nd Half66-62Terrance Jones makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half69-62Charles Johnston makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ben Vander Wal assists)
- 2nd Half69-63Terrance Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-64Terrance Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-64Alex Wilkins makes 6-foot pullup jump shot (Tom House assists)
- 2nd Half71-66Terrance Jones makes 20-foot step back jumpshot (Jaden Winston assists)
- 2nd Half71-67Jaden Winston makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-68Jaden Winston makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-68Eddrin Bronson makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half74-68Alex Wilkins makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-68Alex Wilkins makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Manhattan Jaspers, below favours Furman Paladins.
Venue
- Draddy GymnasiumRiverdale, NY
- Attendance576
- OfficialsTony Chiazza, Matt Potter, Randall Wells
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