Green Bay Phoenix Edges Massachusetts Minutemen 79-75
Saturday, November 22, 2025, 3:00 PM ET · UVI Sports & Fitness Center
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Who won Green Bay Phoenix vs Massachusetts Minutemen?
Green Bay Phoenix beat Massachusetts Minutemen 79-75 at UVI Sports & Fitness Center on November 22, 2025.
In a closely contested matchup, the Green Bay Phoenix emerged victorious over the Massachusetts Minutemen with a final score of 79-75. This game, held at the UVI Sports & Fitness Center, showcased the resilience of the Phoenix, who were in need of a win after a challenging start to the season. The victory marked a significant moment for Green Bay, improving their record to 3-5, while Massachusetts fell to 3-4.
Both teams entered the game with recent struggles, but their performances in this fixture were noteworthy. The Minutemen had a record of 4-6 in their last ten games, with an average score of 73.5 points per game while allowing 75.3 points. They had been on a slight downturn, losing their last game against the Charleston Cougars 69-65. Their home record stood at 4-3, indicating a stronger performance at home compared to their away games, where they had yet to secure a win this season.
On the other hand, the Phoenix had a record of 2-8 in their last ten outings, averaging 71.2 points scored and conceding 80.0 points per game. They were on a three-game losing streak prior to this victory, having lost to the Yale Bulldogs 73-67 in their most recent match. Green Bay's away record was particularly concerning at 0-7, making their win against Massachusetts all the more crucial.
The matchup also featured key players who made significant contributions. For Green Bay, C.J. O'Hara stood out with multiple scoring plays, including a dunk that elevated the Phoenix's lead in the second half. Justin Allen also played a pivotal role, contributing free throws that helped secure the win in the closing moments of the game. The Minutemen fought hard, with Daniel Hankins-Sanford and Danny Carbuccia making important layups to keep the game competitive.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details on player availability, but both teams were looking to maximize their lineups to gain an edge in this critical fixture. The conditions of the game were not detailed, but the atmosphere in the UVI Sports & Fitness Center was likely charged, given the stakes for both teams.
The betting market had priced the game with Massachusetts as the favorite, reflecting their home advantage and slightly better overall record. However, Green Bay's performance in this game defied expectations, showcasing their ability to compete and secure a much-needed victory.
As the game progressed, viewers were treated to a thrilling display of basketball, with the lead changing hands multiple times. The final moments were particularly tense, with Green Bay managing to hold off a late surge from Massachusetts. The Minutemen's inability to convert key possessions in the closing minutes ultimately sealed their fate, while the Phoenix celebrated a hard-fought win that could serve as a turning point in their season.
Leaders
- PointsLeonardo Bettiol21Massachusetts Minutemen
- AssistsDanny Carbuccia5Massachusetts Minutemen
- ReboundsLeonardo Bettiol8Massachusetts Minutemen
- PointsJustin Allen27Green Bay Phoenix
- AssistsPreston Ruedinger3Green Bay Phoenix
- ReboundsPreston Ruedinger5Green Bay Phoenix
Recent form
Massachusetts Minutemen
Last 10: 4-6Streak L173.5 scored · 75.3 allowed per game4-3 at home
- L65-69at Charleston CougarsNov 21
- W84-77vs Central Connecticut Blue DevilsNov 16
- W94-80vs Le Moyne DolphinsNov 14
- W83-62vs UAlbany Great DanesNov 8
- L72-78vs Marshall Thundering HerdNov 4
- L71-78vs La Salle ExplorersMar 12
- L51-74vs Loyola Chicago RamblersMar 8
- L72-73at St. Bonaventure BonniesMar 6
- W91-88vs Rhode Island RamsMar 1
- L52-74at George Washington RevolutionariesFeb 22
Green Bay Phoenix
Last 10: 2-8Streak L371.2 scored · 80 allowed per game0-7 away
- L67-73at Yale BulldogsNov 21
- L65-72at Minnesota Golden GophersNov 16
- L61-80at St. Thomas TommiesNov 14
- W83-63vs Ripon Red HawksNov 10
- L76-83at Buffalo BullsNov 7
- L51-94at Kansas JayhawksNov 4
- L72-96at Oakland Golden GrizzliesMar 5
- L84-87vs Oakland Golden GrizzliesMar 2
- W76-71vs Detroit Mercy TitansFeb 28
- L77-81at Youngstown State PenguinsFeb 23
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wright State | 23-12 | - | 15-5 |
| Robert Morris | 22-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Green Bay | 18-15 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Detroit Mercy | 17-15 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Oakland | 16-16 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Purdue Fort Wayne | 17-15 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Northern Kentucky | 20-14 | 5 | 10-10 |
| Youngstown State | 15-17 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Milwaukee | 12-20 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Cleveland State | 11-22 | 9 | 6-14 |
| IU Indianapolis | 7-25 | 12 | 3-17 |
| Miami (OH) | 32-2 | - | 18-0 |
| Akron | 29-6 | 1 | 17-1 |
| Kent State | 24-10 | 4 | 14-4 |
| Toledo | 19-15 | 7 | 11-7 |
| Bowling Green | 18-14 | 9 | 9-9 |
| Ohio | 15-17 | 9 | 9-9 |
| Buffalo | 17-15 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Massachusetts | 17-16 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Ball State | 12-19 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Central Michigan | 10-21 | 12 | 6-12 |
| Western Michigan | 10-21 | 14 | 4-14 |
| Eastern Michigan | 10-21 | 14 | 4-14 |
| Northern Illinois | 9-21 | 10 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Green Bay Phoenix | Massachusetts Minutemen |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-49 | 23-55 |
| Field goal % | 49 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 3-13 | 7-26 |
| Three-point % | 23 | 27 |
| Free throws | 28-35 | 22-26 |
| Free throw % | 80 | 85 |
| Rebounds | 24 | 30 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 17 | 21 |
| Assists | 7 | 13 |
| Steals | 6 | 3 |
| Blocks | 1 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 5 | 6 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 16 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 28 |
| Fouls | 23 | 25 |
| Largest lead | 12 | 5 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half55-47Vukasin Todorovic made Layup.
- 2nd Half55-49Leonardo Bettiol made Layup.
- 2nd Half57-49Justin Allen made Layup.
- 2nd Half57-51Leonardo Bettiol made Layup.
- 2nd Half59-51Vukasin Todorovic made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half59-52Leonardo Bettiol made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-53Leonardo Bettiol made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-55Leonardo Bettiol made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half60-55Preston Ruedinger made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-55Preston Ruedinger made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-56Leonardo Bettiol made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-57Leonardo Bettiol made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-57C.J. O'Hara made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-57C.J. O'Hara made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-59K'Jei Parker made Layup. Assisted by Leonardo Bettiol.
- 2nd Half64-59Ramel Bethea made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-60Leonardo Bettiol made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-62Daniel Hankins-Sanford made Layup. Assisted by Leonardo Bettiol.
- 2nd Half65-62C.J. O'Hara made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-62C.J. O'Hara made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-63Leonardo Bettiol made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-64Leonardo Bettiol made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-64C.J. O'Hara made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half68-65Leonardo Bettiol made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-66Leonardo Bettiol made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-66Justin Allen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-66Justin Allen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-68Danny Carbuccia made Layup.
- 2nd Half70-69Daniel Hankins-Sanford made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-69Justin Allen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-69Justin Allen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-70Marcus Banks Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-71Marcus Banks Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-71C.J. O'Hara made Dunk. Assisted by Justin Allen.
- 2nd Half75-71Justin Allen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-71Justin Allen made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-73Daniel Hankins-Sanford made Layup. Assisted by Danny Carbuccia.
- 2nd Half78-73C.J. O'Hara made Dunk.
- 2nd Half78-75Danny Carbuccia made Layup.
- 2nd Half79-75C.J. O'Hara made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Massachusetts Minutemen, below favours Green Bay Phoenix.
Venue
- UVI Sports & Fitness CenterSaint Thomas, Virgin Islands
- OfficialsScott Bennett, Nick Agress, Gregory Deverson
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