Georgia Southern Edges Gardner-Webb in Close Contest
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 2:00 PM ET · Paul Porter Arena
Georgia Southern Eagles 88, Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs 84, 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 Georgia Southern Eagles vs Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs?
Georgia Southern Eagles beat Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs 88-84 at Paul Porter Arena on December 6, 2025.
Who was favored in Georgia Southern Eagles vs Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs?
Georgia Southern Eagles were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -600 (about 86% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Georgia Southern Eagles narrowly defeated the Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs with a final score of 88-84 at Paul Porter Arena. This game was particularly noteworthy as it showcased the struggles of Gardner-Webb, who continued their winless streak, now standing at 0-11 for the season. Meanwhile, Georgia Southern improved their record to 7-5, marking their second consecutive victory.
The recent form of both teams highlights the contrasting trajectories they are on. Gardner-Webb has faced a challenging season, with a record of 0-10 in their last ten games. They have averaged 66.8 points scored per game while allowing an alarming average of 92.1 points. Their last five games have seen them average 64.4 points scored and 91.4 points allowed, emphasizing their defensive struggles. In their most recent game on December 4, Gardner-Webb lost to Queens University Royals with a score of 74-107.
On the other hand, Georgia Southern has shown resilience, posting a record of 5-5 in their last ten games. They have averaged 79.5 points scored and 79.6 points allowed during this stretch. Their last five games have seen them average 70.8 points scored and 74.6 points allowed, indicating a more balanced performance. Georgia Southern's most recent victory was against Louisiana Tech Bulldogs, where they won 77-69 on December 4.
When considering home and away performances, Gardner-Webb has struggled at home, recording a 0-3 home record this season. Their away record stands at 0-7, further illustrating their difficulties in securing wins. Conversely, Georgia Southern has performed better at home with a 4-1 record, but they have struggled on the road with a 1-4 away record.
In terms of previous meetings, this matchup marked the second encounter between these two teams this season. In their first meeting on December 18, 2024, Georgia Southern emerged victorious with an 86-81 win over Gardner-Webb.
Injuries were not detailed in the provided block, so it remains unclear if either team was affected by player absences for this game. However, the betting market indicated that Georgia Southern was favored to win by a spread of 10.5 points, with odds from DraftKings suggesting a money line of -600 for Georgia Southern and +440 for Gardner-Webb. The total points line was set at 162.5, with over odds at -112 and under odds at -108.
The conditions of the game were not specified, but the competitive nature of the matchup kept fans engaged throughout. Viewers were treated to a back-and-forth contest that saw Georgia Southern maintain a slight edge in scoring, particularly in the second half. Key scoring plays included free throws by Nakavieon White and Jacob Hogarth, as well as critical layups from Colin Hawkins, which helped secure the Eagles' victory.
Overall, this game underscored the challenges facing Gardner-Webb as they seek their first win of the season, while Georgia Southern continues to build momentum with their recent successes.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | GASO -10.5 | 162.5 o -112 / u -108 | Georgia Southern Eagles -600 · Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs +440 |
Leaders
- PointsJacob Hudson22Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs
- AssistsJacob Hudson4Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs
- ReboundsJacob Hogarth9Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs
- PointsNakavieon White15Georgia Southern Eagles
- AssistsNakavieon White4Georgia Southern Eagles
- ReboundsAlden Applewhite12Georgia Southern Eagles
Recent form
Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs
Last 10: 0-10Streak L1066.8 scored · 92.1 allowed per game0-3 at home
- L74-107at Queens University RoyalsDec 4
- L62-88at UNC Wilmington SeahawksNov 29
- L68-76vs SE Louisiana LionsNov 28
- L51-84vs Navy MidshipmenNov 26
- L67-102at Richmond SpidersNov 23
- L62-93at DePaul Blue DemonsNov 19
- L84-95at Elon PhoenixNov 16
- L81-92vs North Greenville TrailblazersNov 11
- L59-97at Clemson TigersNov 8
- L60-87at Minnesota Golden GophersNov 4
Georgia Southern Eagles
Last 10: 5-5Streak W279.5 scored · 79.6 allowed per game1-4 away
- W77-69vs Louisiana Tech BulldogsDec 4
- W80-62vs Houston Christian HuskiesNov 29
- L64-77vs UTSA RoadrunnersNov 26
- L61-67at Youngstown State PenguinsNov 24
- L72-98at Florida State SeminolesNov 21
- L66-68at Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsNov 19
- W98-79vs Johnson C. Smith Golden BullsNov 14
- W95-94at Florida Gulf Coast EaglesNov 12
- W93-90vs UNC Asheville BulldogsNov 8
- L89-92at East Carolina PiratesNov 5
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Troy | 22-12 | - | 12-6 |
| South Alabama | 21-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Arkansas State | 20-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Texas State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Marshall | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Coastal Carolina | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| App State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| James Madison | 18-15 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Southern Miss | 19-16 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Georgia Southern | 21-16 | 4 | 8-10 |
| Old Dominion | 12-21 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Louisiana | 11-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Georgia State | 10-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| UL Monroe | 4-28 | 11 | 1-17 |
| High Point | 31-5 | - | 15-1 |
| Winthrop | 23-11 | 2 | 13-3 |
| Radford | 16-16 | 6 | 9-7 |
| Longwood | 16-16 | 7 | 8-8 |
| UNC Asheville | 15-17 | 7 | 8-8 |
| Presbyterian | 15-18 | 8 | 7-9 |
| Charleston Southern | 15-17 | 9 | 6-10 |
| South Carolina Upstate | 13-19 | 10 | 5-11 |
| Gardner-Webb | 4-29 | 14 | 1-15 |
Box score
| Stat | Georgia Southern Eagles | Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-61 | 27-54 |
| Field goal % | 49 | 50 |
| Three-pointers | 9-24 | 7-16 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 44 |
| Free throws | 19-28 | 23-28 |
| Free throw % | 68 | 82 |
| Rebounds | 30 | 34 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 27 |
| Assists | 12 | 11 |
| Steals | 10 | 3 |
| Blocks | 2 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 19 | 8 |
| Fast-break points | 12 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 42 | 38 |
| Fouls | 22 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 12 | 9 |
| Lead changes | 7 | 7 |
| Time in front | 62 | 33 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half60-51Curtis Williams III made Layup. Assisted by Spence Sims.
- 2nd Half62-51Dwayne Williams Jr made Layup.
- 2nd Half62-54Curtis Williams III made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jacob Hudson.
- 2nd Half65-54Dwayne Williams Jr made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Nakavieon White.
- 2nd Half65-55Jacob Hogarth made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-56Jacob Hogarth made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-56Shainen Carter made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-56Shainen Carter made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-58Spence Sims made Jumper. Assisted by Colin Hawkins.
- 2nd Half67-59Jacob Hogarth made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-60Jacob Hogarth made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-62Colin Hawkins made Layup.
- 2nd Half69-62Nakavieon White made Layup.
- 2nd Half70-62Nakavieon White made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-62Nakavieon White made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-62Khayri Dunn made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jayden Williams.
- 2nd Half74-64Colin Hawkins made Layup.
- 2nd Half75-64Jayden Williams made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-66Colin Hawkins made Layup.
- 2nd Half77-66Jayden Williams made Layup. Assisted by Spudd Webb.
- 2nd Half77-68Jacob Hudson made Layup.
- 2nd Half77-71Spence Sims made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jacob Hudson.
- 2nd Half79-71Alden Applewhite made Jumper.
- 2nd Half79-72Spence Sims made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half79-73Spence Sims made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half80-73Nakavieon White made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half80-74Jacob Hogarth made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half80-75Jacob Hogarth made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half82-75Spudd Webb made Layup. Assisted by Nakavieon White.
- 2nd Half84-75Nakavieon White made Dunk.
- 2nd Half84-76Jacob Hogarth made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half84-77Jacob Hogarth made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half85-77Nakavieon White made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half86-77Nakavieon White made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half86-78Jacob Hogarth made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half86-80Jacob Hudson made Layup.
- 2nd Half87-80Alden Applewhite made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half87-82Colin Hawkins made Layup.
- 2nd Half88-82Jayden Williams made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half88-84Colin Hawkins made Layup.
Win probability
Above the line favours Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs, below favours Georgia Southern Eagles.
Venue
- Paul Porter ArenaBoiling Springs, NC
- Attendance247
- OfficialsJ.W. Lucas, Jon Riggsbee, Ernest Hamilton III
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