NCAAB · Final

Mercer Bears Defeat Eastern Kentucky Colonels 95-83

Saturday, November 22, 2025, 3:00 PM ET · Baptist Health Arena

Mercer Bears 95, Eastern Kentucky Colonels 83, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Mercer Bears vs Eastern Kentucky Colonels?

Mercer Bears beat Eastern Kentucky Colonels 95-83 at Baptist Health Arena on November 22, 2025.

In a competitive matchup at Baptist Health Arena, the Mercer Bears secured a 95-83 victory over the Eastern Kentucky Colonels. This game highlighted the contrasting fortunes of the two teams, with Mercer improving their record to 4-2, while Eastern Kentucky fell to 1-5. The Bears' recent form has been notably better, as they entered this game with a record of 3-2 on the road, while the Colonels struggled at home with a 1-4 record.

Eastern Kentucky's recent performance has been concerning, with a streak of three consecutive losses, including their last game against Kent State, where they lost 78-93. Over their last ten games, the Colonels have a record of 4-6, averaging 77.5 points scored per game while allowing 76.7. Their last five games show a slight decline in form, with a record of 1-4 and an average of 81.6 points scored but 82.0 points allowed.

In contrast, Mercer has been more consistent, boasting a 5-5 record over their last ten games. Although they recently experienced a loss against Winthrop, where they were defeated 69-105, they have shown resilience with a home record of 4-1. Their scoring average stands at 71.3 points per game, with 72.0 points allowed, indicating a balanced performance.

The matchup was also significant due to the teams' previous encounters. While specific historical matchups were not detailed, the current form of both teams suggested that Mercer had the upper hand going into this game.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific information, but the performance of both teams would have been influenced by the availability of key players. The conditions in the arena appeared to favor an exciting contest, with both teams looking to establish their rhythm early on.

The betting market reflected Mercer's favorable position, with the odds indicating a strong likelihood of a Bears victory, attributed to their recent form and overall performance. As the game unfolded, Mercer maintained control, with crucial scoring plays in the second half that helped them secure the win. Jackson Holt's jumper and Baraka Okojie's free throw were among the key moments that extended their lead.

Fans watching the game would have noted the intensity on the court, especially during the second half when both teams exchanged baskets in a high-scoring affair. Mercer’s ability to close out the game was evident as they executed well in the final moments, ensuring their victory against Eastern Kentucky.

Leaders

PointsJuan Cranford Jr.18Eastern Kentucky Colonels
AssistsTurner Buttry5Eastern Kentucky Colonels
ReboundsAustin Ball7Eastern Kentucky Colonels
PointsQuinton Perkins II20Mercer Bears
AssistsQuinton Perkins II5Mercer Bears
ReboundsArmani Mighty12Mercer Bears

Recent form

Eastern Kentucky Colonels

Last 10: 4-6Streak L377.5 scored · 76.7 allowed per game3-1 at home

L78-93at Kent State Golden FlashesNov 19
L62-92at Vanderbilt CommodoresNov 13
L79-87vs Western Kentucky HilltoppersNov 11
W122-60vs Midway EaglesNov 7
L67-78at Jacksonville DolphinsMar 4
W86-81at North Florida OspreysFeb 27
L55-59at Jacksonville DolphinsFeb 25
L74-80at Bellarmine KnightsFeb 20
W66-57vs Lipscomb BisonsFeb 19
W86-80vs Queens University RoyalsFeb 15

Mercer Bears

Last 10: 5-5Streak L171.3 scored · 72 allowed per game1-4 away

L69-105at Winthrop EaglesNov 15
W92-77vs Lipscomb BisonsNov 9
W101-62vs LaGrange PanthersNov 6
L61-76at Tennessee VolunteersNov 4
L61-76at Chattanooga MocsMar 8
W67-66vs Western Carolina CatamountsMar 7
W81-69vs Western Carolina CatamountsMar 1
L58-59at East Tennessee State BuccaneersFeb 26
L61-78vs UNC Greensboro SpartansFeb 22
W62-52at The Citadel BulldogsFeb 20

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
East Tennessee State	23-11	-	13-5
Mercer	19-13	2	11-7
Wofford	19-13	2	11-7
Samford	18-14	2	11-7
Furman	22-13	3	10-8
Western Carolina	15-16	3	10-8
UNC Greensboro	15-19	4	9-9
Chattanooga	13-19	6	7-11
The Citadel	11-22	6	7-11
VMI	6-26	12	1-17
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	Mercer Bears	Eastern Kentucky Colonels
Field goals	34-61	30-73
Field goal %	56	41
Three-pointers	13-23	11-29
Three-point %	57	38
Free throws	14-18	12-15
Free throw %	78	80
Rebounds	40	34
Offensive rebounds	14	18
Defensive rebounds	26	16
Assists	19	16
Steals	7	8
Blocks	3	3
Turnovers	14	11
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	1	0
Technical fouls, total	1	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	17	15
Fast-break points	9	14
Points in the paint	34	28
Fouls	13	19
Largest lead	20	3

How the scoring went

2nd Half59-42Montavious Myrick made Free Throw.
2nd Half62-42Zaire Williams made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Quinton Perkins II.
2nd Half62-44Montavious Myrick made Dunk. Assisted by Jackson Holt.
2nd Half64-44Armani Mighty made Layup. Assisted by Zaire Williams.
2nd Half64-47Jackson Holt made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Turner Buttry.
2nd Half67-47Baraka Okojie made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Armani Mighty.
2nd Half67-49Turner Buttry made Jumper. Assisted by Jackson Holt.
2nd Half69-49Kyle Cuffe Jr. made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half69-52Juan Cranford Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Turner Buttry.
2nd Half69-54Juan Cranford Jr. made Jumper. Assisted by Turner Buttry.
2nd Half69-57Juan Cranford Jr. made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half72-57Kyle Cuffe Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Brady Shoulders.
2nd Half72-59Juan Cranford Jr. made Jumper.
2nd Half72-60Austin Ball made Free Throw.
2nd Half74-60Zaire Williams made Jumper.
2nd Half76-60Brady Shoulders made Layup. Assisted by Baraka Okojie.
2nd Half78-60Baraka Okojie made Layup.
2nd Half78-63Jalen Cooper made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Juan Cranford Jr..
2nd Half78-66Juan Cranford Jr. made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half80-66Baraka Okojie made Layup.
2nd Half80-67Turner Buttry made Free Throw.
2nd Half80-68Turner Buttry made Free Throw.
2nd Half81-68Brady Shoulders made Free Throw.
2nd Half82-68Brady Shoulders made Free Throw.
2nd Half82-71Juan Cranford Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by MJ Williams.
2nd Half83-71Brady Shoulders made Free Throw.
2nd Half84-71Brady Shoulders made Free Throw.
2nd Half84-73Austin Ball made Layup.
2nd Half86-73Baraka Okojie made Layup.
2nd Half86-76Austin Ball made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Turner Buttry.
2nd Half88-76Baraka Okojie made Jumper.
2nd Half90-76Brady Shoulders made Layup.
2nd Half90-78Jackson Holt made Jumper.
2nd Half91-78Baraka Okojie made Free Throw.
2nd Half91-80Tyler Jackson made Layup.
2nd Half93-80Zaire Williams made Layup. Assisted by Baraka Okojie.
2nd Half93-82Tyler Jackson made Layup.
2nd Half93-83Tyler Jackson made Free Throw.
2nd Half94-83Quinton Perkins II made Free Throw.
2nd Half95-83Quinton Perkins II made Free Throw.