NCAAB · Final/OT

Georgia Tech Edges Maryland Eastern Shore in Overtime

Monday, November 3, 2025, 7:30 PM ET · McCamish Pavilion

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets 56, Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks 52, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks vs Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets?

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets beat Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks 56-52 at McCamish Pavilion on November 3, 2025.

In a thrilling overtime finish, the Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets narrowly defeated the Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks 56-52 at McCamish Pavilion. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as it marked the season opener for both teams, with Georgia Tech entering the game with a home record of 1-0 and Maryland Eastern Shore looking to bounce back from an away loss that left them with an overall record of 0-1.

Georgia Tech has shown a mixed form recently, with a record of 6-4 over their last ten games. Despite their recent struggles, including a loss to the Duke Blue Devils in their last outing, they have managed to maintain a strong home record of 5-0. In their last five games, they averaged 71.0 points scored while allowing 68.6 points, indicating a competitive edge at home. Their scoring average for the season stands at 69.3, with a similar average of 69.4 points allowed.

On the other hand, Maryland Eastern Shore has faced significant challenges, recording a 2-8 record in their last ten games. They are currently on a two-game losing streak, with their last match resulting in a loss to the Norfolk State Spartans. The Hawks have struggled particularly in away games, holding a record of 1-3. Their scoring average is lower than Georgia Tech's, at 65.7 points, while they have allowed an average of 72.6 points per game.

The game was tightly contested throughout, with both teams exchanging leads and battling for control. The scoring plays in overtime were particularly crucial, with Joseph Locandro making a layup to tie the game at 48-48. Jaeden Mustaf then put Georgia Tech ahead with a jumper, followed by a tip shot from Mouhamed Sylla that extended their lead to 52-48. However, the Hawks fought back, with Trey Brown making two free throws to narrow the gap.

As the overtime period progressed, the tension mounted. Locandro's jumper tied the game again at 52-52 before Kowacie Reeves Jr. hit a three-pointer, giving Georgia Tech a critical lead of 55-52. Sylla capped off the scoring with a free throw, securing the victory for the Yellow Jackets.

In terms of injuries, the block does not provide any specific details, but both teams were expected to field their rosters without significant absences. The conditions in McCamish Pavilion were conducive to a competitive game, with a lively atmosphere that often accompanies season openers.

The betting market had Georgia Tech as the favorite, reflecting their home advantage and recent performance. The odds attributed to the provider were not specified in the block, but the home win probability was noted at 1.0, indicating strong confidence in Georgia Tech's ability to secure the win.

Viewers should have watched for the strategic adjustments made by both coaches, particularly in overtime, where every possession became critical. The ability of Georgia Tech to execute under pressure and the Hawks’ resilience in clawing back into contention were highlights of the match. Overall, this game showcased the intensity and unpredictability of college basketball, setting the stage for an exciting season ahead.

Leaders

PointsMouhamed Sylla14Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets
AssistsKowacie Reeves Jr.4Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets
ReboundsMouhamed Sylla15Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets
PointsJoseph Locandro17Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks
AssistsDorion Staples4Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks
ReboundsDorion Staples6Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks

Recent form

Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets

Last 10: 6-4Streak L169.3 scored · 69.4 allowed per game5-0 at home

L70-78at Duke Blue DevilsMar 13
W66-60vs Virginia CavaliersMar 12
L43-69at Wake Forest Demon DeaconsMar 8
W89-74vs Miami HurricanesMar 5
W87-62vs NC State WolfpackMar 1
W73-67at Pittsburgh PanthersFeb 26
L54-69at Boston College EaglesFeb 22
W90-88vs California Golden BearsFeb 15
W60-52vs Stanford CardinalFeb 13
L61-75at Virginia CavaliersFeb 8

Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks

Last 10: 2-8Streak L265.7 scored · 72.6 allowed per game1-3 away

L70-77at Norfolk State SpartansMar 12
L68-75at Delaware State HornetsMar 7
W72-59at Coppin State EaglesMar 4
L72-75vs Morgan State BearsMar 1
W68-59vs North Carolina Central EaglesFeb 27
L68-81vs South Carolina State BulldogsFeb 25
L62-86at Howard BisonFeb 17
L63-75vs Norfolk State SpartansFeb 15
L57-77vs Howard BisonFeb 11
L57-62vs Coppin State EaglesFeb 4

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
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	Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks	Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets
Field goals	20-56	21-60
Field goal %	36	35
Three-pointers	6-23	5-26
Three-point %	26	19
Free throws	6-11	9-18
Free throw %	55	50
Rebounds	41	40
Offensive rebounds	10	12
Defensive rebounds	31	28
Assists	14	12
Steals	4	13
Blocks	4	7
Turnovers	19	13
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	13	18
Fast-break points	0	7
Points in the paint	20	26
Fouls	20	16
Largest lead	9	7

How the scoring went

1st Half14-21Kam Craft made Jumper.
1st Half16-21Justin Monden made Jumper. Assisted by Trey Brown.
1st Half18-21Christopher Flippin made Jumper. Assisted by Dorion Staples.
2nd Half20-21Zion Obanla made Layup. Assisted by Jaden Cooper.
2nd Half22-21Maurice Vassel made Jumper.
2nd Half24-21Dorion Staples made Layup. Assisted by Trey Brown.
2nd Half25-21Dorion Staples made Free Throw.
2nd Half27-21Dorion Staples made Layup. Assisted by Trey Hall.
2nd Half30-21Trey Brown made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Michael Teal.
2nd Half30-23Mouhamed Sylla made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half30-25Kam Craft made Layup. Assisted by Peyton Marshall.
2nd Half30-27Kowacie Reeves Jr. made Dunk. Assisted by Chas Kelley III.
2nd Half32-27Justin Monden made Jumper.
2nd Half35-27Joseph Locandro made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Justin Monden.
2nd Half35-29Peyton Marshall made Jumper. Assisted by Kowacie Reeves Jr..
2nd Half35-32Kam Craft made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kowacie Reeves Jr..
2nd Half37-32Joseph Locandro made Jumper.
2nd Half37-34Jaeden Mustaf made Jumper.
2nd Half39-34Zion Obanla made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half39-36Mouhamed Sylla made Layup. Assisted by Peyton Marshall.
2nd Half39-37Peyton Marshall made Free Throw.
2nd Half39-38Peyton Marshall made Free Throw.
2nd Half39-41Jaeden Mustaf made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kam Craft.
2nd Half41-41Justin Monden made Jumper.
2nd Half41-42Jaeden Mustaf made Free Throw.
2nd Half41-43Jaeden Mustaf made Free Throw.
2nd Half44-43Levi Beckwith made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dorion Staples.
2nd Half44-45Kowacie Reeves Jr. made Jumper.
2nd Half46-45Justin Monden made Jumper.
2nd Half46-46Peyton Marshall made Free Throw.
OT46-47Peyton Marshall made Free Throw.
OT46-48Peyton Marshall made Free Throw.
OT48-48Joseph Locandro made Layup. Assisted by Christopher Flippin.
OT48-50Jaeden Mustaf made Jumper.
OT48-52Mouhamed Sylla made Two Point Tip Shot.
OT49-52Trey Brown made Free Throw.
OT50-52Trey Brown made Free Throw.
OT52-52Joseph Locandro made Jumper. Assisted by Christopher Flippin.
OT52-55Kowacie Reeves Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jaeden Mustaf.
OT52-56Mouhamed Sylla made Free Throw.

Win probability

Above the line favours Georgia Tech Yellow Jackets, below favours Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks.