Dayton Flyers Edge George Washington Revolutionaries 79-72
Tuesday, January 6, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · UD Arena
Dayton Flyers 79, George Washington Revolutionaries 72, 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 George Washington Revolutionaries vs Dayton Flyers?
Dayton Flyers beat George Washington Revolutionaries 79-72 at UD Arena on January 6, 2026.
Who was favored in George Washington Revolutionaries vs Dayton Flyers?
Dayton Flyers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -142 (about 59% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Dayton Flyers secured a 79-72 victory over the George Washington Revolutionaries at UD Arena. This game was significant as it showcased both teams' competitive spirit, with Dayton improving its home record to 13-4 and George Washington falling to 11-6 on the season. The Flyers entered the game with a solid recent form, boasting a record of 7-3 in their last ten games, including a two-game winning streak. They averaged 77.3 points scored while allowing 69.2 points during this stretch. In contrast, the Revolutionaries had a record of 6-4 in their last ten games, riding a three-game winning streak and averaging 85.7 points scored, but also allowing 75.3 points per game.
Dayton's home performance has been strong, with a home record of 7-2 this season, while George Washington has fared decently on the road, holding a 3-1 record in away games. The two teams faced each other earlier in the season on January 4, 2025, where Dayton lost to George Washington 62-82, making this victory particularly sweet for the Flyers as they avenged their earlier defeat.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but both teams have had their share of challenges throughout the season. The betting market reflected a close contest, with DraftKings listing Dayton as 2.5-point favorites with a moneyline of -142 for the Flyers and +120 for the Revolutionaries. The total points line was set at 154.5, indicating expectations of a high-scoring game.
The game conditions were favorable for both teams, with no adverse weather or venue issues reported. Fans could watch for key individual performances, as the scoring plays in the second half highlighted crucial moments that shifted momentum. Javon Bennett contributed significantly for George Washington, making key free throws, while Dayton’s Bryce Heard and Keonte Jones made important plays in the closing moments to seal the victory.
Overall, the matchup was a testament to the competitive nature of college basketball, with both teams showcasing their offensive capabilities and resilience throughout the game.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | DAY -2.5 | 154.5 o -105 / u -115 | George Washington Revolutionaries +120 · Dayton Flyers -142 |
Leaders
- PointsJavon Bennett20Dayton Flyers
- AssistsKeonte Jones3Dayton Flyers
- ReboundsJaiun Simon9Dayton Flyers
- PointsTre Dinkins24George Washington Revolutionaries
- AssistsRafael Castro3George Washington Revolutionaries
- ReboundsRafael Castro7George Washington Revolutionaries
Recent form
Dayton Flyers
Last 10: 7-3Streak W277.3 scored · 69.2 allowed per game6-2 at home
- W70-68at Loyola Chicago RamblersJan 3
- W63-56vs Fordham RamsDec 31
- L61-64vs Liberty FlamesDec 20
- W97-69vs Florida State SeminolesDec 17
- W84-61vs North Florida OspreysDec 14
- L73-86at Virginia CavaliersDec 6
- W88-71vs East Tennessee State BuccaneersDec 3
- L79-83vs BYU CougarsNov 29
- W84-79vs Georgetown HoyasNov 28
- W74-55vs North Carolina Central EaglesNov 22
George Washington Revolutionaries
Last 10: 6-4Streak W385.7 scored · 75.3 allowed per game3-1 away
- W77-55vs La Salle ExplorersJan 3
- W99-85at Richmond SpidersDec 31
- W97-40vs St. Mary's (MD) SeahawksDec 22
- L70-80at Florida GatorsDec 13
- L58-70vs Delaware Blue HensDec 11
- W99-86vs William & Mary TribeDec 6
- W84-70at Army Black KnightsDec 2
- L95-96vs Murray State RacersNov 26
- W92-79at Middle Tennessee Blue RaidersNov 24
- L86-92vs McNeese CowboysNov 23
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Louis | 29-6 | - | 15-3 |
| VCU | 28-8 | - | 15-3 |
| Saint Joseph's | 24-12 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Dayton | 25-12 | 3 | 12-6 |
| George Mason | 23-10 | 4 | 11-7 |
| Davidson | 20-14 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Duquesne | 18-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| George Washington | 19-16 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Fordham | 17-15 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Rhode Island | 16-16 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Richmond | 15-17 | 10 | 5-13 |
| La Salle | 9-23 | 10 | 5-13 |
| St. Bonaventure | 17-17 | 11 | 4-14 |
| Loyola Chicago | 9-24 | 11 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | George Washington Revolutionaries | Dayton Flyers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-52 | 23-55 |
| Field goal % | 48 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 10-28 | 6-20 |
| Three-point % | 36 | 30 |
| Free throws | 12-20 | 27-30 |
| Free throw % | 60 | 90 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 28 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 17 |
| Assists | 9 | 17 |
| Steals | 6 | 14 |
| Blocks | 3 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 22 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 3 | 3 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 31 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 17 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 34 |
| Fouls | 25 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 9 |
| Lead changes | 9 | 9 |
| Time in front | 57 | 42 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half42-44Jordan Derkack makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jaiun Simon assists)
- 2nd Half42-46Keonte Jones makes layup (Bryce Heard assists)
- 2nd Half44-46Luke Hunger makes layup (Christian Jones assists)
- 2nd Half47-46Tre Dinkins makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half49-46Tyrone Marshall Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half49-48Javon Bennett makes driving layup
- 2nd Half49-50Bryce Heard makes layup (De'Shayne Montgomery assists)
- 2nd Half49-53Javon Bennett makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half52-53Trey Autry makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tre Dinkins assists)
- 2nd Half52-55Jaiun Simon makes layup
- 2nd Half54-55Christian Jones makes layup (Rafael Castro assists)
- 2nd Half54-58Javon Bennett makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jordan Derkack assists)
- 2nd Half54-59Jordan Derkack makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-61Jacob Conner makes layup (Jordan Derkack assists)
- 2nd Half54-62Jacob Conner makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half56-62Tyrone Marshall Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half56-63Javon Bennett makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-64Javon Bennett makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-64Tre Dinkins makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half60-64Rafael Castro makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half60-65Jaiun Simon makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-66Jaiun Simon makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-68De'Shayne Montgomery makes 1-foot dunk (Keonte Jones assists)
- 2nd Half61-68Tre Dinkins makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-68Tre Dinkins makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-68Tre Dinkins makes layup
- 2nd Half65-68Rafael Castro makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-68Rafael Castro makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-69De'Shayne Montgomery makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-70De'Shayne Montgomery makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-71Javon Bennett makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-72Javon Bennett makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-73Javon Bennett makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-74Javon Bennett makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-74Tre Dinkins makes 27-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half69-76Bryce Heard makes layup (De'Shayne Montgomery assists)
- 2nd Half69-77Keonte Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-78Keonte Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-78Garrett Johnson makes 27-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half72-79Javon Bennett makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Dayton Flyers, below favours George Washington Revolutionaries.
Venue
- UD ArenaDayton, OH
- Attendance13407
- OfficialsClarence Armstrong, Eric Lewis, Chance Moore
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