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Florida State Dominates Jacksonville in NCAAB Showdown

Monday, December 22, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Tucker Center

Florida State Seminoles 87, Jacksonville Dolphins 63, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Jacksonville Dolphins vs Florida State Seminoles?

Florida State Seminoles beat Jacksonville Dolphins 87-63 at Tucker Center on December 22, 2025.

Who was favored in Jacksonville Dolphins vs Florida State Seminoles?

Florida State Seminoles were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -6500 (about 98% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive matchup at the Tucker Center, the Florida State Seminoles triumphed over the Jacksonville Dolphins with a final score of 87-63. This victory marks a significant moment for Florida State, who improved their home record to 5-3 this season. The Seminoles entered the game with a record of 7-6, showing a recent form of 4-6 over their last ten games, and they are currently on a one-game winning streak after their latest win against Mississippi Valley State Delta Devils, where they won 96-49.

In contrast, the Jacksonville Dolphins, with a record of 5-8, have struggled recently, losing their last two games, including a defeat to Florida A&M Rattlers just days before this matchup. Over their last ten games, the Dolphins also hold a record of 4-6, but their average scoring has been lower than that of Florida State, with Jacksonville averaging 72.4 points per game compared to Florida State's 80.9.

The home court advantage was evident in this game, as Florida State has performed better at home this season, while Jacksonville has faced difficulties on the road, with a 2-5 record away from home. The Seminoles have shown a tendency to score heavily at home, averaging 80.0 points in their last five games, while allowing 87.6 points, indicating a high-scoring environment.

In terms of previous meetings, this game was particularly noteworthy as it showcased the growing rivalry between the two teams. While specific past results were not detailed in the facts provided, the significance of this matchup can be attributed to both teams' desire to establish dominance in their respective standings.

Injury reports were not mentioned in the block, so both teams appeared to field their best available rosters for this contest. The absence of key players can often impact team performance, but Florida State's depth and talent were on full display in this victory.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, indicated a strong expectation for Florida State to win, with the Seminoles favored by a spread of -23.5 and a money line of -6500. The total points for the game was set at 159.5, reflecting the anticipated offensive capabilities of both teams. The odds suggest a clear expectation that Florida State would dominate, which they did in the final score.

Conditions in the Tucker Center were conducive to a high-paced game, with fans supporting the Seminoles in what turned out to be a commanding performance. The game featured several scoring plays that highlighted Florida State's offensive prowess, including a series of free throws by Martin Somerville and Thomas Bassong, which helped to extend their lead in the second half.

As the game progressed, Florida State maintained control, with key contributions from players like Donovan Rivers, who made impactful plays including a dunk that showcased the Seminoles' athleticism. The final moments saw Jacksonville attempting to close the gap, but Florida State's consistent scoring kept them at bay.

Overall, this matchup emphasized Florida State's strengths at home and their ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities, while Jacksonville will need to regroup and address their recent struggles as they move forward in the season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	FSU -23.5	159.5 o -112 / u -108	Jacksonville Dolphins +2000 · Florida State Seminoles -6500

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Leaders

PointsMartin Somerville23Florida State Seminoles
AssistsRobert McCray V10Florida State Seminoles
ReboundsAlex Steen9Florida State Seminoles
PointsChris Lockett Jr.18Jacksonville Dolphins
AssistsSimon Wheeler3Jacksonville Dolphins
ReboundsChris Lockett Jr.7Jacksonville Dolphins

Recent form

Florida State Seminoles

Last 10: 4-6Streak W180.9 scored · 81.5 allowed per game4-3 at home

W96-49vs Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsDec 20
L69-97at Dayton FlyersDec 17
L95-103vs Massachusetts MinutemenDec 13
L67-82at Houston CougarsDec 7
L73-107vs Georgia BulldogsDec 3
L59-95vs Texas A&M AggiesNov 28
W89-59vs Cal State Bakersfield RoadrunnersNov 26
W98-72vs Georgia Southern EaglesNov 21
W87-73vs UT Martin SkyhawksNov 19
L76-78at Florida GatorsNov 12

Jacksonville Dolphins

Last 10: 4-6Streak L272.4 scored · 76.6 allowed per game2-5 away

L65-72at Florida A&M RattlersDec 18
L75-112at Texas A&M AggiesDec 15
W122-49vs Trinity College of Jacksonville EaglesDec 12
L65-88at Florida International PanthersDec 6
W85-82vs Florida A&M RattlersDec 3
L53-68vs Pacific TigersNov 25
W69-64at Bethune-Cookman WildcatsNov 24
L57-79at George Mason PatriotsNov 19
W69-67at VMI KeydetsNov 15
L64-85at High Point PanthersNov 12

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Austin Peay	22-9	+1	15-3
Central Arkansas	22-12	+1	15-3
Queens University	21-14	2	13-5
Lipscomb	19-13	3	12-6
Florida Gulf Coast	16-18	7	8-10
West Georgia	15-17	6	8-10
Bellarmine	13-19	8	7-11
Jacksonville	12-20	8	7-11
Stetson	12-21	8	7-11
Eastern Kentucky	11-21	7	7-11
North Florida	7-25	10	5-13
North Alabama	9-21	10	4-14
Duke	35-3	-	17-1
Virginia	30-6	2	15-3
Miami	26-9	4	13-5
North Carolina	24-9	5	12-6
Clemson	24-11	5	12-6
Louisville	24-11	6	11-7
NC State	20-14	7	10-8
Florida State	18-15	7	10-8
California	22-12	8	9-9
Stanford	20-13	8	9-9
Virginia Tech	19-13	9	8-10
SMU	20-14	9	8-10
Wake Forest	18-17	10	7-11
Syracuse	15-17	11	6-12
Pittsburgh	13-20	12	5-13
Notre Dame	13-18	13	4-14
Boston College	11-20	13	4-14
Georgia Tech	11-20	15	2-16

Box score

Stat	Jacksonville Dolphins	Florida State Seminoles
Field goals	24-60	28-61
Field goal %	40	46
Three-pointers	5-31	11-33
Three-point %	16	33
Free throws	10-14	20-26
Free throw %	71	77
Rebounds	28	44
Offensive rebounds	9	16
Defensive rebounds	19	28
Assists	11	19
Steals	6	3
Blocks	4	1
Turnovers	7	8
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	2
Technical fouls, total	0	2
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	4	7
Fast-break points	0	13
Points in the paint	26	28
Fouls	22	17
Largest lead	0	32
Lead changes	0	0
Time in front	0	97

How the scoring went

2nd Half26-56Alex Steen makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half26-58Lajae Jones makes 2-foot dunk
2nd Half28-58Chris Lockett Jr. makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half29-58Chris Lockett Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half30-58Chris Lockett Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half30-60Lajae Jones makes 3-foot dunk
2nd Half32-60Chris Lockett Jr. makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half35-60Chris Lockett Jr. makes 26-foot three point jumper (Simon Wheeler assists)
2nd Half35-62Chauncey Wiggins makes 10-foot jumper (Cam Miles assists)
2nd Half36-62Chris Lockett Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half37-62Chris Lockett Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half39-62Donovan Rivers makes 4-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half41-62Hayden Wood makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half41-65Martin Somerville makes 24-foot three point jumper (Cam Miles assists)
2nd Half43-65Simon Wheeler makes 18-foot step back jumpshot
2nd Half43-66Martin Somerville makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half43-67Martin Somerville makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half45-67Hayden Wood makes layup
2nd Half45-69Alex Steen makes 2-foot dunk (Robert McCray V assists)
2nd Half47-69Allen Udemadu makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half48-69Allen Udemadu makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half48-70Lajae Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half48-71Lajae Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half50-71Allen Udemadu makes 5-foot jumper (Chris Arias assists)
2nd Half50-73Alex Steen makes 2-foot dunk
2nd Half52-73Hayden Wood makes driving layup
2nd Half52-75Chauncey Wiggins makes layup (Alex Steen assists)
2nd Half52-77Cam Miles makes 10-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half52-80Cam Miles makes 23-foot three point jumper
2nd Half54-80Chris Arias makes driving layup
2nd Half54-82Chauncey Wiggins makes 17-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half57-82Chris Arias makes 24-foot three point jumper (Evan Sterck assists)
2nd Half57-83Thomas Bassong makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half59-83Donovan Rivers makes layup
2nd Half59-84Martin Somerville makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half59-85Martin Somerville makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half59-86Thomas Bassong makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half59-87Thomas Bassong makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half61-87Donovan Rivers makes 4-foot dunk (Simon Wheeler assists)
2nd Half63-87Jason Thirdkill Jr. makes 15-foot turnaround jump shot (Chris Arias assists)

Win probability

Above the line favours Florida State Seminoles, below favours Jacksonville Dolphins.