Troy Trojans Defeat Georgia Southern Eagles 77-61
Monday, March 9, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Pensacola Bay Center
Troy Trojans 77, Georgia Southern Eagles 61, 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 Troy Trojans?
Troy Trojans beat Georgia Southern Eagles 77-61 at Pensacola Bay Center on March 9, 2026.
Who was favored in Georgia Southern Eagles vs Troy Trojans?
Troy Trojans were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -230 (about 70% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Troy Trojans secured a commanding victory over the Georgia Southern Eagles, winning 77-61 at the Pensacola Bay Center. This game showcased Troy's strong home advantage and their recent form, as they extended their winning streak to four games. The Trojans now hold a home record of 22-11 for the season, while the Eagles finish with an away record of 21-16.
Troy entered the game with a recent record of 6-4 over their last ten games, and they had been on a three-game winning streak prior to this matchup. Their average scoring during this stretch was 69.1 points per game, while they allowed an average of 67.6 points. In their last five games, they averaged 73.4 points scored and 67.0 points allowed, demonstrating a solid defensive effort coupled with effective scoring. The Trojans' home record in their last five games was 4-1, indicating their strength on their home court.
On the other hand, Georgia Southern also came into the game with a 6-4 record in their last ten games, but they were riding a five-game winning streak. The Eagles averaged 82.7 points scored and 80.5 points allowed during this period, reflecting their high-scoring capabilities but also a vulnerability on defense. Their away record in the last five games was 4-3, showing they could perform well on the road despite the challenges.
Historically, Troy has had the upper hand in their recent meetings with Georgia Southern, winning both encounters this season. In their previous matchups, Troy defeated Georgia Southern 83-78 on January 24, 2026, and 81-74 on January 31, 2025. This trend continued in the latest game, where Troy maintained their dominance.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details on player availability, but both teams had been competing with their full rosters leading into this game. The market had Troy favored by 5.5 points according to DraftKings, with a total set at 152.5. The Trojans were given a moneyline of -230, while the Eagles were priced at +190, indicating a strong belief in Troy's ability to win.
The conditions at the Pensacola Bay Center were conducive for a competitive game, and the atmosphere was charged as fans anticipated a thrilling contest. Viewers were treated to a display of Troy's offensive prowess, highlighted by key plays in the second half, including driving layups from Victor Valdes and Cooper Campbell, which helped solidify their lead.
As the game progressed, Troy's defense proved effective in stifling Georgia Southern's scoring attempts, ultimately limiting the Eagles to 61 points. The Trojans' ability to control the pace and execute their game plan was evident throughout the match, leading to their convincing victory. The final score of 77-61 reflects Troy's strong performance, showcasing their potential as they move forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | TROY -5.5 | 152.5 o -110 / u -110 | Georgia Southern Eagles +190 · Troy Trojans -230 |
Leaders
- PointsThomas Dowd23Troy Trojans
- AssistsVictor Valdes6Troy Trojans
- ReboundsThomas Dowd13Troy Trojans
- PointsSpudd Webb16Georgia Southern Eagles
- AssistsSpudd Webb3Georgia Southern Eagles
- ReboundsJefferson Koulibaly4Georgia Southern Eagles
Recent form
Troy Trojans
Last 10: 6-4Streak W369.1 scored · 67.6 allowed per game4-1 at home
- W78-70vs Southern Miss Golden EaglesMar 8
- W80-65vs UL Monroe WarhawksFeb 28
- W78-59vs Louisiana Ragin' CajunsFeb 25
- L54-65at South Alabama JaguarsFeb 21
- W77-76at UL Monroe WarhawksFeb 19
- L65-69at Southern Miss Golden EaglesFeb 15
- L62-74at Texas State BobcatsFeb 12
- W79-69vs Akron ZipsFeb 7
- W74-63at Georgia State PanthersFeb 5
- L44-66vs App State MountaineersJan 31
Georgia Southern Eagles
Last 10: 6-4Streak W582.7 scored · 80.5 allowed per game4-3 away
- W96-72at Coastal Carolina ChanticleersMar 8
- W94-85at South Alabama JaguarsMar 7
- W80-77at Arkansas State Red WolvesMar 6
- W88-84vs Old Dominion MonarchsMar 5
- W99-82at Marshall Thundering HerdFeb 28
- L66-82at James Madison DukesFeb 26
- L74-89at App State MountaineersFeb 21
- L64-66at Georgia State PanthersFeb 20
- W101-87vs Marshall Thundering HerdFeb 15
- L65-81vs App State MountaineersFeb 12
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 |
Box score
| Stat | Georgia Southern Eagles | Troy Trojans |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 19-48 | 30-51 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 59 |
| Three-pointers | 8-28 | 5-17 |
| Three-point % | 29 | 29 |
| Free throws | 15-15 | 12-17 |
| Free throw % | 100 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 18 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 5 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 13 | 24 |
| Assists | 8 | 17 |
| Steals | 11 | 7 |
| Blocks | 3 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 16 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 22 | 50 |
| Fouls | 16 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 16 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 3 | 96 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half32-38Andres Burney makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half32-39Thomas Dowd makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half35-39Jefferson Koulibaly makes 27-foot three point jumper (Alden Applewhite assists)
- 2nd Half35-42Kerrington Kiel makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jerrell Bellamy assists)
- 2nd Half37-42Alden Applewhite makes driving layup
- 2nd Half37-44Cobi Campbell makes layup
- 2nd Half39-44Spudd Webb makes driving layup
- 2nd Half39-45Jerrell Bellamy makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half39-47Jerrell Bellamy makes layup (Victor Valdes assists)
- 2nd Half39-49Victor Valdes makes layup (Thomas Dowd assists)
- 2nd Half39-50Thomas Dowd makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-51Thomas Dowd makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half40-51Spudd Webb makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-51Spudd Webb makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half41-53Cooper Campbell makes driving layup
- 2nd Half41-55Thomas Dowd makes driving layup (Victor Valdes assists)
- 2nd Half41-57Jerrell Bellamy makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half44-57Alden Applewhite makes 28-foot three point jumper (Spudd Webb assists)
- 2nd Half44-60Austin Cross makes 23-foot three point jumper (Thomas Dowd assists)
- 2nd Half47-60Spudd Webb makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tyren Moore assists)
- 2nd Half47-62Victor Valdes makes 4-foot jumper
- 2nd Half49-62Spudd Webb makes layup (Khayri Dunn assists)
- 2nd Half49-64Jerrell Bellamy makes 4-foot hook shot (Victor Valdes assists)
- 2nd Half50-64Spudd Webb makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-64Spudd Webb makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-66Jerrell Bellamy makes layup (Cobi Campbell assists)
- 2nd Half52-66Nakavieon White makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-66Nakavieon White makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-69Thomas Dowd makes 27-foot three point jumper (Cobi Campbell assists)
- 2nd Half54-69Tyren Moore makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-69Tyren Moore makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-69Nakavieon White makes layup
- 2nd Half57-71Victor Valdes makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-73Thomas Dowd makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half58-73Alden Applewhite makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-73Alden Applewhite makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-75Cooper Campbell makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-75Spudd Webb makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-76Victor Valdes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-77Victor Valdes makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Troy Trojans, below favours Georgia Southern Eagles.
Venue
- Pensacola Bay CenterPensacola, FL
- Attendance2555
- OfficialsByron Jarrett, Steven Anderson, Wil Howard
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