NCAAB · Final

Furman Paladins Defeat VMI Keydets 90-72

Saturday, February 14, 2026, 1:00 PM ET · Cameron Hall

Furman Paladins 90, VMI Keydets 72, 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 VMI Keydets?

Furman Paladins beat VMI Keydets 90-72 at Cameron Hall on February 14, 2026.

Who was favored in Furman Paladins vs VMI Keydets?

Furman Paladins were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -850 (about 89% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive matchup, the Furman Paladins triumphed over the VMI Keydets with a final score of 90-72 at Cameron Hall. This game highlighted the contrasting fortunes of both teams, with Furman boasting a stronger overall record of 17-10 compared to VMI's 6-21. The Paladins, despite their recent struggles, managed to secure a comfortable victory against a Keydets team that has faced significant challenges this season.

Furman entered the game with a record of 5-5 over their last ten games, but they were on a three-game losing streak. Their recent form included a narrow loss to the Mercer Bears, where they fell 64-69, and a close defeat against UNC Greensboro, losing 64-67. On average, Furman scored 73.2 points while allowing 69.2 points in their last ten outings. Their away record stood at 2-3, indicating some difficulties on the road, but they had previously defeated VMI 69-48 in their last meeting on January 10, 2026.

In contrast, VMI's performance has been particularly concerning, as they have lost their last ten games, with an average of 66.4 points scored and 83.6 points allowed during this stretch. Their last five games saw them average 69.0 points while conceding 87.0 points. The Keydets' home record was 0-5 during this span, further emphasizing their struggles. Their last victory came earlier in the season, but they have since been unable to find success, culminating in this latest defeat.

In terms of head-to-head meetings, Furman has now won two of the last three encounters, with VMI's last victory against them occurring on January 22, 2025, when they won 91-82. The previous two matchups saw VMI lose by scores of 71-75 and 48-69, demonstrating their difficulties against the Paladins.

The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, reflected Furman's status as the favorite with a spread of 11.5 points. The total points line was set at 148.5, with the over priced at -108.0 and the under at -112.0. VMI's moneyline was listed at 575.0, while Furman's was at -850.0, indicating a strong expectation for a Furman victory.

The game conditions were favorable for basketball, with no adverse weather or significant external factors reported. As the game progressed, viewers witnessed several notable scoring plays, including an alley-oop dunk by Cooper Bowser, assisted by Ben Vander Wal, adding flair to the Paladins' offensive display. The scoring sequence in the second half showcased Furman's ability to maintain control of the game, with key contributions from players like Tan Yildizoglu and TJ Johnson.

Overall, this matchup served as a stark reminder of the challenges faced by VMI this season, while Furman aimed to regain momentum as they look to improve their standing in the league.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	FUR -11.5	148.5 o -108 / u -112	Furman Paladins -850 · VMI Keydets +575

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Leaders

PointsTJ Johnson26VMI Keydets
AssistsTan Yildizoglu5VMI Keydets
ReboundsTan Yildizoglu9VMI Keydets
PointsAsa Thomas25Furman Paladins
AssistsAlex Wilkins6Furman Paladins
ReboundsCharles Johnston10Furman Paladins

Recent form

VMI Keydets

Last 10: 0-10Streak L1066.4 scored · 83.6 allowed per game0-5 at home

L71-92at UNC Greensboro SpartansFeb 12
L70-87vs East Tennessee State BuccaneersFeb 7
L67-81vs Wofford TerriersFeb 4
L81-95at Mercer BearsJan 31
L56-80at The Citadel BulldogsJan 30
L58-88at Western Carolina CatamountsJan 24
L78-85vs UNC Greensboro SpartansJan 21
L68-82vs The Citadel BulldogsJan 18
L67-77vs Mercer BearsJan 15
L48-69at Furman PaladinsJan 10

Furman Paladins

Last 10: 5-5Streak L373.2 scored · 69.2 allowed per game2-3 away

L64-69at Mercer BearsFeb 12
L64-67vs UNC Greensboro SpartansFeb 8
L71-75at East Tennessee State BuccaneersFeb 5
W75-70vs Chattanooga MocsFeb 1
W78-73vs Samford BulldogsJan 29
W89-66at UNC Greensboro SpartansJan 23
L75-77at The Citadel BulldogsJan 22
L70-74vs Wofford TerriersJan 17
W77-73at Samford BulldogsJan 15
W69-48vs VMI KeydetsJan 10

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

Box score

Stat	Furman Paladins	VMI Keydets
Field goals	31-59	21-63
Field goal %	53	33
Three-pointers	13-38	13-43
Three-point %	34	30
Free throws	15-20	17-20
Free throw %	75	85
Rebounds	42	30
Offensive rebounds	9	9
Defensive rebounds	33	21
Assists	21	15
Steals	3	8
Blocks	4	2
Turnovers	12	7
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	8	6
Fast-break points	11	3
Points in the paint	32	12
Fouls	14	16
Largest lead	20	0
Lead changes	0	0
Time in front	99	0

How the scoring went

2nd Half53-37Tan Yildizoglu makes driving layup
2nd Half53-39Tan Yildizoglu makes driving layup
2nd Half55-39Eddrin Bronson makes 10-foot jumper
2nd Half55-41Kaden Stuckey makes layup (Linus Holmstrom assists)
2nd Half58-41Tom House makes 23-foot three point jumper (Cooper Bowser assists)
2nd Half58-44Linus Holmstrom makes 23-foot three point jumper (Mario Tatum Jr. assists)
2nd Half60-44Asa Thomas makes 9-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half60-47Linus Holmstrom makes 25-foot three point jumper
2nd Half60-49Linus Holmstrom makes 17-foot jumper
2nd Half60-51TJ Johnson makes layup (Tan Yildizoglu assists)
2nd Half62-51Asa Thomas makes 7-foot jumper
2nd Half62-52Mario Tatum Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half62-53Mario Tatum Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half65-53Eddrin Bronson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Alex Wilkins assists)
2nd Half65-55Cal Liston makes layup (Tan Yildizoglu assists)
2nd Half65-58Linus Holmstrom makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tan Yildizoglu assists)
2nd Half67-58Cooper Bowser makes 4-foot alley oop dunk (Asa Thomas assists)
2nd Half70-58Alex Wilkins makes 26-foot three point jumper (Cooper Bowser assists)
2nd Half72-58Cole Bowser makes layup
2nd Half72-61Cal Liston makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tan Yildizoglu assists)
2nd Half74-61Alex Wilkins makes 11-foot jumper
2nd Half75-61Alex Wilkins makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half75-62TJ Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half75-63TJ Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half78-63Tom House makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ben Vander Wal assists)
2nd Half78-64Tan Yildizoglu makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half80-64Ben Vander Wal makes 2-foot dunk (Asa Thomas assists)
2nd Half80-65Cal Liston makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half80-66Cal Liston makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half82-66Cooper Bowser makes 2-foot alley oop dunk
2nd Half84-66Alex Wilkins makes layup
2nd Half85-66Ben Vander Wal makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half86-66Ben Vander Wal makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half86-67Tan Yildizoglu makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half86-68Tan Yildizoglu makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half88-68Cooper Bowser makes 2-foot alley oop dunk (Ben Vander Wal assists)
2nd Half88-69Tan Yildizoglu makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half88-71TJ Johnson makes layup (Linus Holmstrom assists)
2nd Half88-72TJ Johnson makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half90-72Abijah Franklin makes layup