NCAAB · Final/OT

Army Edges Manhattan in Overtime Thriller

Saturday, November 29, 2025, 1:00 PM ET · Christl Arena

Army Black Knights 81, Manhattan Jaspers 78, 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 Manhattan Jaspers vs Army Black Knights?

Army Black Knights beat Manhattan Jaspers 81-78 at Christl Arena on November 29, 2025.

Who was favored in Manhattan Jaspers vs Army Black Knights?

Manhattan Jaspers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -130 (about 57% implied). The underdog won.

In a thrilling overtime contest, the Army Black Knights triumphed over the Manhattan Jaspers with a final score of 81-78 at Christl Arena. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as it marked the first meeting between these two teams this season, with Army seeking redemption after losing to Manhattan in their previous encounter last season. The game showcased a competitive spirit from both sides, with the stakes high given their similar records coming into the matchup.

Army entered the game with a record of 3-6, having struggled recently with a 2-8 record over their last ten games. They were on a one-game winning streak after defeating the Fairleigh Dickinson Knights 81-73 on November 26, 2025. Despite this victory, Army's scoring average was 66.8 points per game, while they allowed an average of 81.3 points, indicating a significant defensive vulnerability. At home, they had a record of 1-4, which did not inspire much confidence against a Manhattan team that had shown more resilience on the road.

Manhattan, on the other hand, had a record of 3-5 and was coming off two consecutive losses, including a narrow defeat to Wagner Seahawks, 101-103, on November 26, 2025. Their recent form reflected a 5-5 record in their last ten games, with an average of 82.5 points scored and 83.6 points allowed. While their away record stood at 1-4, they had previously demonstrated their ability to compete in tough environments.

The odds for this matchup were set by DraftKings, with Manhattan favored by 1.5 points and a total of 152.5 points for the game. The spread indicated a closely contested game, which ultimately proved accurate as the teams battled back and forth throughout regulation and into overtime.

In terms of conditions, the game was played at Christl Arena, a venue known for its intimate setting that often brings a unique atmosphere for college basketball. The energy in the arena was palpable as fans rallied behind their teams, adding to the intensity of the contest.

The game itself was a rollercoaster of emotions, with both teams exchanging leads multiple times. In the overtime period, Army managed to pull ahead, with key plays from Ryan Curry, who made crucial free throws to secure the victory. The final moments saw a flurry of scoring, with Jacen Holloway contributing a layup for Manhattan, but it was not enough to overcome Army's lead.

Injury updates were not provided in the block, but both teams had to navigate the challenges of fatigue and strategy as the game progressed, especially with the stakes high in a close contest.

Overall, viewers who tuned in witnessed a hard-fought battle that exemplified the competitive nature of college basketball, with Army emerging victorious in a game that could have gone either way.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	MAN -1.5	152.5 o -105 / u -115	Manhattan Jaspers -130 · Army Black Knights +110

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Leaders

PointsRyan Curry26Army Black Knights
AssistsRyan Curry7Army Black Knights
ReboundsRyan Curry8Army Black Knights
PointsFraser Roxburgh18Manhattan Jaspers
AssistsJaden Winston2Manhattan Jaspers
ReboundsFraser Roxburgh10Manhattan Jaspers

Recent form

Army Black Knights

Last 10: 2-8Streak W166.8 scored · 81.3 allowed per game1-4 at home

W81-73at Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsNov 26
L67-84vs East Texas A&M LionsNov 25
L65-76at Marist Red FoxesNov 22
L73-86at Cornell Big RedNov 19
L52-75vs Harvard CrimsonNov 15
L59-114vs Duke Blue DevilsNov 12
L76-83at St. Thomas TommiesNov 9
W73-49vs SUNY Maritime PrivateersNov 4
L55-84at Colgate RaidersMar 7
L67-89vs Lehigh Mountain HawksMar 1

Manhattan Jaspers

Last 10: 5-5Streak L282.5 scored · 83.6 allowed per game1-4 away

L101-103vs Wagner SeahawksNov 26
L68-109at Texas A&M AggiesNov 22
W80-73vs Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsNov 16
L56-86at Hawai'i Rainbow WarriorsNov 15
W79-75at Utah Tech TrailblazersNov 13
L83-114at USC TrojansNov 9
W125-59vs St. Joseph's Brooklyn BearsNov 5
L65-77at Iona GaelsMar 13
W78-66vs Siena SaintsMar 8
W90-74vs Sacred Heart PioneersMar 7

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Merrimack	23-11	-	17-3
Saint Peter's	17-12	3	14-6
Siena	23-12	4	13-7
Marist	19-12	5	12-8
Quinnipiac	19-13	5	12-8
Fairfield	21-13	6	11-9
Mount St. Mary's	15-17	6	11-9
Iona	18-14	7	10-10
Sacred Heart	14-19	8	9-11
Manhattan	12-20	9	8-12
Canisius	10-21	12	5-15
Niagara	8-22	12	5-15
Rider	4-25	14	3-17
Navy	26-8	-	17-1
Colgate	18-15	6	11-7
Lehigh	18-17	6	11-7
Boston University	17-17	7	10-8
American University	16-16	8	9-9
Loyola Maryland	12-20	9	8-10
Lafayette	11-21	9	8-10
Bucknell	10-23	11	6-12
Army	11-21	12	5-13
Holy Cross	11-22	12	5-13

Box score

Stat	Manhattan Jaspers	Army Black Knights
Field goals	27-65	30-66
Field goal %	42	45
Three-pointers	9-28	15-32
Three-point %	32	47
Free throws	15-17	6-6
Free throw %	88	100
Rebounds	34	41
Offensive rebounds	9	10
Defensive rebounds	25	31
Assists	9	20
Steals	8	7
Blocks	3	2
Turnovers	10	15
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	17	7
Fast-break points	11	10
Points in the paint	34	30
Fouls	13	16
Largest lead	5	9

How the scoring went

2nd Half42-42Jaden Winston made Jumper.
2nd Half42-45Ryan Curry made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jacen Holloway.
2nd Half44-45Devin Dinkins made Layup.
2nd Half44-48Jackson Furman made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jacen Holloway.
2nd Half44-50Jorn Everson made Layup. Assisted by Dayon Polk.
2nd Half47-50Devin Dinkins made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Terrance Jones.
2nd Half47-52Jacen Holloway made Layup. Assisted by Jorn Everson.
2nd Half47-54Jorn Everson made Layup.
2nd Half50-54Fraser Roxburgh made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Anthony Isaac.
2nd Half53-54Fraser Roxburgh made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Devin Dinkins.
2nd Half53-56Ryan Curry made Layup.
2nd Half53-58Jackson Furman made Layup.
2nd Half54-58Devin Dinkins made Free Throw.
2nd Half55-58Devin Dinkins made Free Throw.
2nd Half57-58Fraser Roxburgh made Layup.
2nd Half57-60Ryan Curry made Layup.
2nd Half58-60Anthony Isaac made Free Throw.
2nd Half59-60Anthony Isaac made Free Throw.
2nd Half59-63Jorn Everson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ryan Curry.
2nd Half61-63Jaden Winston made Layup.
2nd Half63-63Fraser Roxburgh made Layup. Assisted by Anthony Isaac.
2nd Half66-63Jaden Winston made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half66-66Jaxson Bell made Three Point Jumper.
OT66-67Jaxson Bell made Free Throw.
OT66-68Jaxson Bell made Free Throw.
OT66-70Tate Laczkowski made Layup. Assisted by Ryan Curry.
OT68-70Devin Dinkins made Jumper.
OT68-73Ryan Curry made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jacen Holloway.
OT70-73Devin Dinkins made Jumper.
OT73-73Terrance Jones made Three Point Jumper.
OT73-75Tate Laczkowski made Layup. Assisted by Ryan Curry.
OT74-75Terrance Jones made Free Throw.
OT74-77Jacen Holloway made Layup.
OT74-78Ryan Curry made Free Throw.
OT74-79Ryan Curry made Free Throw.
OT75-79Jaden Winston made Free Throw.
OT76-79Jaden Winston made Free Throw.
OT78-79Terrance Jones made Layup.
OT78-80Ryan Curry made Free Throw.
OT78-81Ryan Curry made Free Throw.