NCAAB · Final

Howard Bison Edge UNC Wilmington Seahawks in Close Contest

Saturday, December 20, 2025, 2:00 PM ET · Trask Coliseum

Howard Bison 67, UNC Wilmington Seahawks 66, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Howard Bison vs UNC Wilmington Seahawks?

Howard Bison beat UNC Wilmington Seahawks 67-66 at Trask Coliseum on December 20, 2025.

Who was favored in Howard Bison vs UNC Wilmington Seahawks?

UNC Wilmington Seahawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1450 (about 94% implied). The underdog won.

In a thrilling matchup at Trask Coliseum, the Howard Bison narrowly defeated the UNC Wilmington Seahawks with a final score of 67-66. This game was particularly significant as it marked the first victory for Howard against UNC Wilmington, improving their head-to-head record to 1-0 after previously losing 88-83 in a meeting on December 14, 2024.

Both teams entered the contest with strong recent form. The Seahawks boasted a home record of 10-2 and had been on a remarkable nine-game winning streak, with their last ten games resulting in a record of 9-1. During this streak, they averaged 77.4 points per game while allowing 65.7. Their last five games saw them score an average of 77.6 points while conceding just 64.2. In contrast, the Bison, with an away record of 9-5, had won four consecutive games, bringing their last ten game record to 7-3, averaging 75.1 points scored and allowing 69.2.

At home, the Seahawks had a perfect record of 6-0, while the Bison struggled on the road with an away record of 1-3. This fixture was anticipated not only for the teams' current forms but also for the competitive nature of their previous encounter.

The market had priced UNC Wilmington as significant favorites, with DraftKings listing them at -15.5 on the spread and a moneyline of -1450. Howard, on the other hand, was positioned at +850 on the moneyline, reflecting the odds against them in this matchup. The total for the game was set at 141.5, with the over at -108.0 and the under at -112.0.

As the game unfolded, the conditions were conducive for an exciting contest. The Seahawks had been dominant at home, while the Bison were looking to capitalize on their recent momentum. The final moments of the game showcased intense back-and-forth scoring, with Patrick Wessler playing a pivotal role for Howard, making crucial free throws and a layup that helped secure the victory.

The scoring plays in the second half highlighted the competitive nature of the game, with Howard leading 64-58 after a layup from Wessler. The Bison maintained their lead with additional free throws from Wessler and a jumper from Bryce Harris, pushing the score to 67-59. However, UNC Wilmington fought back, with Gavin Walsh hitting a three-pointer and Wessler making free throws, cutting the deficit to just one point at 67-66.

Ultimately, the Seahawks could not complete the comeback, and the Bison emerged victorious. This game not only showcased the resilience of Howard but also the challenges faced by UNC Wilmington, who were unable to extend their home winning streak. The outcome will certainly have implications for both teams as they continue their seasons.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	UNCW -15.5	141.5 o -108 / u -112	Howard Bison +850 · UNC Wilmington Seahawks -1450

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Leaders

PointsPatrick Wessler13UNC Wilmington Seahawks
AssistsChristian May6UNC Wilmington Seahawks
ReboundsPatrick Wessler14UNC Wilmington Seahawks
PointsBryce Harris18Howard Bison
AssistsCedric Taylor III6Howard Bison
ReboundsBryce Harris11Howard Bison

Recent form

UNC Wilmington Seahawks

Last 10: 9-1Streak W977.4 scored · 65.7 allowed per game6-0 at home

W73-70at Valparaiso BeaconsDec 13
W70-63at Louisiana Ragin' CajunsDec 6
W70-69vs Marshall Thundering HerdDec 4
W88-62vs Gardner-Webb Runnin' BulldogsNov 29
W87-57vs Navy MidshipmenNov 28
W70-57vs SE Louisiana LionsNov 27
W81-73at Radford HighlandersNov 22
W85-60vs East Carolina PiratesNov 19
W73-60vs South Carolina Upstate SpartansNov 16
L77-86at Kent State Golden FlashesNov 11

Howard Bison

Last 10: 7-3Streak W475.1 scored · 69.2 allowed per game1-3 away

W74-66at Drexel DragonsDec 16
W61-57vs Hampton PiratesDec 13
W73-69vs North Carolina A&T AggiesDec 10
W85-69vs Bowie State BulldogsDec 6
L75-79at Mount St. Mary's MountaineersNov 29
W115-61vs St. Mary's (MD) SeahawksNov 26
L56-93at Duke Blue DevilsNov 23
W80-70vs Niagara Purple EaglesNov 22
L60-64at Stetson HattersNov 20
W72-64vs Alcorn State BravesNov 14

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Howard	24-11	-	11-3
Morgan State	14-16	1	10-4
Norfolk State	15-17	3	8-6
North Carolina Central	14-18	3	8-6
South Carolina State	10-22	4	7-7
Maryland Eastern Shore	9-23	6	5-9
Coppin State	7-24	6	5-9
Delaware State	8-23	9	2-12
UNC Wilmington	27-7	-	15-3
Charleston	21-11	1	14-4
Hofstra	24-11	3	12-6
Monmouth	19-15	4	11-7
William & Mary	20-12	5	10-8
Drexel	17-16	5	10-8
Towson	19-15	6	9-9
Stony Brook	17-15	6	9-9
Campbell	16-18	7	8-10
Hampton	13-19	8	7-11
Elon	14-18	9	6-12
North Carolina A&T	11-19	11	4-14
Northeastern	7-24	13	2-16

Box score

Stat	Howard Bison	UNC Wilmington Seahawks
Field goals	25-59	24-61
Field goal %	42	39
Three-pointers	7-16	4-20
Three-point %	44	20
Free throws	10-12	14-20
Free throw %	83	70
Rebounds	37	38
Offensive rebounds	12	16
Defensive rebounds	25	22
Assists	11	12
Steals	9	5
Blocks	4	4
Turnovers	14	13
Team turnovers	2	2
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	17	14
Fast-break points	8	0
Points in the paint	30	34
Fouls	16	9
Largest lead	14	9
Lead changes	2	2
Time in front	65	28

How the scoring went

1st Half38-27Cam Gillus makes 26-foot three point jumper
2nd Half40-27Cam Gillus makes 13-foot jumper
2nd Half40-29Patrick Wessler makes layup
2nd Half40-30Greedy Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half40-33Nolan Hodge makes 25-foot three point jumper
2nd Half42-33Ose Okojie makes 10-foot jumper
2nd Half43-33Ose Okojie makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half44-33Ose Okojie makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half47-33Bryce Harris makes 23-foot three point jumper (Cedric Taylor III assists)
2nd Half47-34Madison Durr makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half47-35Madison Durr makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half48-35Ed Holland III makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half49-35Ed Holland III makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half49-37Madison Durr makes driving layup
2nd Half50-37Cedric Taylor III makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half50-40Noah Ross makes 25-foot three point jumper (Christian May assists)
2nd Half52-40Cedric Taylor III makes layup
2nd Half52-42Noah Ross makes driving layup
2nd Half54-42Bryce Harris makes layup (Cedric Taylor III assists)
2nd Half56-42Cam Gillus makes driving layup
2nd Half56-43Madison Durr makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half56-44Madison Durr makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half56-46Gavin Walsh makes layup
2nd Half58-46Bryce Harris makes 3-foot dunk (Isaiah Brown assists)
2nd Half58-48Gavin Walsh makes layup (Greedy Williams assists)
2nd Half58-50Christian May makes layup (Greedy Williams assists)
2nd Half61-50Cam Gillus makes 25-foot three point jumper (Cedric Taylor III assists)
2nd Half61-52Nolan Hodge makes layup (Noah Ross assists)
2nd Half64-52Bryce Harris makes 24-foot three point jumper (Cedric Taylor III assists)
2nd Half64-54Nolan Hodge makes 9-foot jumper
2nd Half64-55Christian May makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half64-56Christian May makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half64-58Patrick Wessler makes layup (Christian May assists)
2nd Half64-59Patrick Wessler makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half65-59Cam Gillus makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half67-59Bryce Harris makes 9-foot jumper
2nd Half67-62Gavin Walsh makes 23-foot three point jumper (Christian May assists)
2nd Half67-63Patrick Wessler makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half67-64Patrick Wessler makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half67-66Nolan Hodge makes 16-foot jumper (Gavin Walsh assists)