Abilene Christian Dominates McMurry in Convincing Win
Monday, November 3, 2025, 9:00 PM ET · Moody Coliseum (Abilene)
Abilene Christian Wildcats 92, McMurry War Hawks 55, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won McMurry War Hawks vs Abilene Christian Wildcats?
Abilene Christian Wildcats beat McMurry War Hawks 92-55 at Moody Coliseum (Abilene) on November 3, 2025.
The Abilene Christian Wildcats showcased a commanding performance against the McMurry War Hawks, winning decisively by a score of 92-55. This matchup, held at Moody Coliseum in Abilene, marked the second meeting between these teams in the current season, with Abilene Christian having previously triumphed 101-55 on November 13, 2024. The Wildcats’ victory further solidified their dominance over McMurry, improving their head-to-head record to 2-0.
Abilene Christian entered the game with a solid home record of 1-0 for the season and a recent form of 7-3 over their last ten games. However, they were coming off a loss, having dropped their last game 63-69 against the Seattle U Redhawks. Despite this setback, the Wildcats had averaged 72.7 points scored and allowed 68.1 points over their last ten games, indicating a competitive edge in scoring. At home, their record stood at 4-2, while they had performed well away with a 3-1 record.
In contrast, McMurry struggled significantly, arriving at the game with a record of 0-2 in their last two outings, both of which were heavy losses. They had been outscored 102-62 by Texas State Bobcats just days prior to facing Abilene Christian. Over their last two games, the War Hawks averaged only 58.5 points while allowing a staggering 101.5 points, highlighting their defensive vulnerabilities.
The Wildcats’ scoring was led by a series of impressive plays in the second half, including a layup by Joseph Scott and a dunk by Christian Alston, which helped to extend their lead. The scoring plays continued with contributions from Tylan Lewis and Isaac Dye, both of whom made significant impacts on the scoreboard. The Wildcats' ability to maintain control throughout the game was evident, as they consistently outperformed McMurry in both offensive and defensive aspects.
In terms of conditions, the game took place under favorable circumstances at Moody Coliseum, known for its supportive home crowd, which likely contributed to the Wildcats’ strong performance. The Wildcats' home court advantage was palpable as they executed their game plan effectively against an overwhelmed McMurry team.
Looking ahead, viewers should note the Wildcats' offensive strategy, which appeared to revolve around a balanced attack and effective ball movement, as evidenced by the assists on several scoring plays. The Wildcats' ability to dominate the paint with dunks and layups, coupled with their perimeter shooting, showcased their versatility on offense. Meanwhile, McMurry will need to address their defensive lapses and find ways to increase their scoring output to remain competitive in future matchups.
Overall, Abilene Christian’s victory not only reflects their current form but also sets a tone for their upcoming games as they look to build momentum in the season.
Leaders
- PointsJoseph Scott16Abilene Christian Wildcats
- AssistsRich Smith6Abilene Christian Wildcats
- ReboundsJoseph Scott17Abilene Christian Wildcats
- PointsKoye Rondeno15McMurry War Hawks
- AssistsKoye Rondeno4McMurry War Hawks
- ReboundsJalen Cherry9McMurry War Hawks
Recent form
Abilene Christian Wildcats
Last 10: 7-3Streak L172.7 scored · 68.1 allowed per game4-2 at home
- L63-69vs Seattle U RedhawksMar 14
- W82-81vs Grand Canyon LopesMar 8
- L60-73vs Utah Valley WolverinesMar 7
- W70-59at UT Arlington MavericksMar 1
- L52-67at Tarleton State TexansFeb 28
- W80-72vs Utah Tech TrailblazersFeb 23
- W75-59vs Southern Utah ThunderbirdsFeb 21
- W75-59vs Seattle U RedhawksFeb 14
- W84-70at Southern Utah ThunderbirdsFeb 9
- W86-72at Utah Tech TrailblazersFeb 7
McMurry War Hawks
Last 2: 0-2Streak L258.5 scored · 101.5 allowed per game0-2 away
- L55-101at Abilene Christian WildcatsNov 13
- L62-102at Texas State BobcatsNov 9
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utah Valley | 25-9 | - | 14-4 |
| California Baptist | 25-9 | 1 | 13-5 |
| Utah Tech | 19-15 | 2 | 11-7 |
| UT Arlington | 18-14 | 5 | 9-9 |
| Southern Utah | 10-22 | 7 | 6-12 |
| Tarleton State | 14-18 | 9 | 5-13 |
| Abilene Christian | 14-19 | 9 | 5-13 |
Box score
| Stat | McMurry War Hawks | Abilene Christian Wildcats |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 18-63 | 34-69 |
| Field goal % | 29 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 8-31 | 6-20 |
| Three-point % | 26 | 30 |
| Free throws | 11-15 | 18-26 |
| Free throw % | 73 | 69 |
| Rebounds | 32 | 56 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 20 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 36 |
| Assists | 10 | 21 |
| Steals | 6 | 7 |
| Blocks | 5 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 24 |
| Fast-break points | 14 | 29 |
| Points in the paint | 16 | 56 |
| Fouls | 20 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 37 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half26-46Jordan Malveaux made Jumper.
- 2nd Half26-47Bradyn Hubbard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half26-48Bradyn Hubbard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half26-49Rich Smith made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half28-49Jordan Malveaux made Layup.
- 2nd Half28-51Joseph Scott made Layup.
- 2nd Half31-51Jordan Malveaux made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half34-51Jordan Malveaux made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Zack Rygg.
- 2nd Half34-53Bradyn Hubbard made Layup. Assisted by Cbo Newton.
- 2nd Half34-55Tylan Lewis made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half37-55Koye Rondeno made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Zack Rygg.
- 2nd Half37-57Christian Alston made Layup.
- 2nd Half37-58Christian Alston made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half38-58Dirk Johnson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half38-60Ma'Shy Hill made Layup. Assisted by Cbo Newton.
- 2nd Half38-62Ma'Shy Hill made Layup. Assisted by Rich Smith.
- 2nd Half41-62Jordan Willis made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Koye Rondeno.
- 2nd Half43-62Koye Rondeno made Layup.
- 2nd Half43-64Bradyn Hubbard made Layup. Assisted by Rich Smith.
- 2nd Half43-65Zy Wright made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-68Zy Wright made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Christian Alston.
- 2nd Half45-68JaRayl Peoples made Layup.
- 2nd Half45-70Christian Alston made Layup. Assisted by Rich Smith.
- 2nd Half46-70JaRayl Peoples made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-70JaRayl Peoples made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-72Zy Wright made Layup. Assisted by Joseph Venzant.
- 2nd Half47-73Cade Hornecker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-74Cade Hornecker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-74Koye Rondeno made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-74Koye Rondeno made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-77Zy Wright made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Joseph Scott.
- 2nd Half52-77Koye Rondeno made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Gervai Maeweathers.
- 2nd Half52-79Zy Wright made Layup. Assisted by Joseph Scott.
- 2nd Half52-81Joseph Scott made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half52-83Christian Alston made Dunk.
- 2nd Half55-83Amari Leflore made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Koye Rondeno.
- 2nd Half55-85Tylan Lewis made Dunk.
- 2nd Half55-87Joseph Scott made Layup.
- 2nd Half55-90Isaac Dye made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tylan Lewis.
- 2nd Half55-92Isaac Dye made Dunk. Assisted by Tylan Lewis.
Win probability
Above the line favours Abilene Christian Wildcats, below favours McMurry War Hawks.
Venue
- Moody Coliseum (Abilene)Abilene, TX
- Attendance1523
- OfficialsChris Hudson, Eric Dust, Hunter Beshears
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