Michigan State Dominates East Carolina in 89-56 Victory
Tuesday, November 25, 2025, 1:00 PM ET · Suncoast Credit Union Arena
Michigan State Spartans 89, East Carolina Pirates 56, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Michigan State Spartans vs East Carolina Pirates?
Michigan State Spartans beat East Carolina Pirates 89-56 at Suncoast Credit Union Arena on November 25, 2025.
Who was favored in Michigan State Spartans vs East Carolina Pirates?
Michigan State Spartans were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -4500 (about 98% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Michigan State Spartans showcased their dominance over the East Carolina Pirates with a final score of 89-56. This game highlighted the stark contrast in performance between the two teams, particularly in the context of their recent form and overall records. Michigan State entered the game with an impressive away record of 6-0, while East Carolina struggled with a home record of 2-4.
The Spartans have been on a roll, boasting a record of 9-1 over their last ten games, including a five-game winning streak leading into this contest. They averaged 78.4 points per game while allowing just 66.6, indicating a strong offensive and defensive balance. In their most recent outing, Michigan State defeated the Detroit Mercy Titans 84-56, further solidifying their status as a formidable opponent.
Conversely, East Carolina faced challenges, having lost their last two games, including a 77-65 defeat to the Charleston Southern Buccaneers just days before this matchup. The Pirates' recent form has seen them average 71.1 points scored and 78.8 points allowed over their last ten games, which reflects their struggles on both ends of the court. Their last five games resulted in a record of 2-3, with an average of 72.0 points scored and 81.6 points allowed, illustrating their defensive vulnerabilities.
The game took place at the Suncoast Credit Union Arena, where East Carolina has historically performed well, holding a home record of 5-1 in their last six games prior to this season. However, their current form at home did not translate into success against a strong Michigan State team. The Spartans, on the other hand, have been effective on the road, maintaining a perfect away record of 2-0 this season.
In terms of previous meetings, this game marked another opportunity for Michigan State to assert its dominance over East Carolina, continuing a trend of strong performances against them. The injury report did not indicate any significant absences for either team, allowing both squads to field their best players.
The betting market reflected the expectations for this game, with DraftKings setting the spread at 19.5 points in favor of Michigan State. The total points line was set at 140.5, with odds of -115.0 for the over and -105.0 for the under, indicating a belief in a high-scoring affair, which ultimately came to fruition as the teams combined for 145 points.
Conditions for the game were favorable, with no adverse weather impacting play, allowing both teams to focus solely on their performance. As the game progressed, viewers saw Michigan State's offensive prowess on display, particularly in the second half, where they pulled away decisively. Key moments included a three-point jumper from Jordan Riley and another from Jeremy Fears Jr., showcasing the Spartans' ability to stretch the lead and maintain control.
Ultimately, the game served as a stark reminder of the differences in team form and quality, with Michigan State demonstrating why they remain a top contender in the NCAAB landscape. The Pirates will need to regroup and address their defensive issues if they hope to turn their season around.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MSU -19.5 | 140.5 o -115 / u -105 | Michigan State Spartans -4500 · East Carolina Pirates +1700 |
Leaders
- PointsJordan Riley13East Carolina Pirates
- AssistsCorey Caulker4East Carolina Pirates
- ReboundsGiovanni Emejuru8East Carolina Pirates
- PointsJaxon Kohler16Michigan State Spartans
- AssistsJeremy Fears Jr.10Michigan State Spartans
- ReboundsCarson Cooper9Michigan State Spartans
Recent form
East Carolina Pirates
Last 10: 5-5Streak L271.1 scored · 78.8 allowed per game5-1 at home
- L65-77vs Charleston Southern BuccaneersNov 22
- L60-85at UNC Wilmington SeahawksNov 19
- W71-70vs Elizabeth City State VikingsNov 14
- L72-87at Richmond SpidersNov 8
- W92-89vs Georgia Southern EaglesNov 5
- L77-94at UAB BlazersMar 15
- W70-65vs UTSA RoadrunnersMar 14
- L53-81at Florida Atlantic OwlsMar 9
- W73-64vs Tulane Green WaveMar 7
- W78-76vs Charlotte 49ersMar 2
Michigan State Spartans
Last 10: 9-1Streak W578.4 scored · 66.6 allowed per game2-0 away
- W84-56vs Detroit Mercy TitansNov 21
- W83-66at Kentucky WildcatsNov 18
- W79-60vs San José State SpartansNov 13
- W69-66vs Arkansas RazorbacksNov 9
- W80-69vs Colgate RaidersNov 4
- L74-77vs Wisconsin BadgersMar 15
- W74-64vs Oregon DucksMar 14
- W79-62vs Michigan WolverinesMar 9
- W91-84at Iowa HawkeyesMar 7
- W71-62vs Wisconsin BadgersMar 2
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Michigan | 37-3 | - | 19-1 |
| Nebraska | 28-7 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Michigan State | 27-8 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Illinois | 28-9 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Wisconsin | 24-11 | 5 | 14-6 |
| Purdue | 30-9 | 6 | 13-7 |
| UCLA | 24-12 | 6 | 13-7 |
| Ohio State | 21-13 | 7 | 12-8 |
| Iowa | 24-13 | 9 | 10-10 |
| Indiana | 18-14 | 10 | 9-11 |
| Minnesota | 15-18 | 11 | 8-12 |
| USC | 18-14 | 12 | 7-13 |
| Washington | 16-17 | 12 | 7-13 |
| Rutgers | 14-20 | 13 | 6-14 |
| Northwestern | 15-19 | 14 | 5-15 |
| Oregon | 12-20 | 14 | 5-15 |
| Maryland | 12-21 | 15 | 4-16 |
| Penn State | 12-20 | 16 | 3-17 |
| South Florida | 25-9 | - | 15-3 |
| Tulsa | 30-8 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Wichita State | 24-12 | 2 | 13-5 |
| UAB | 20-12 | 4 | 11-7 |
| North Texas | 19-14 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Florida Atlantic | 18-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Charlotte | 17-17 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Tulane | 18-15 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Temple | 16-16 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Memphis | 13-19 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Rice | 13-18 | 8 | 7-11 |
| East Carolina | 11-20 | 9 | 6-12 |
| UTSA | 5-25 | 14 | 1-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Michigan State Spartans | East Carolina Pirates |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 34-67 | 16-48 |
| Field goal % | 51 | 33 |
| Three-pointers | 13-28 | 6-15 |
| Three-point % | 46 | 40 |
| Free throws | 8-12 | 18-26 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 69 |
| Rebounds | 38 | 34 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 23 |
| Assists | 24 | 8 |
| Steals | 13 | 9 |
| Blocks | 8 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 24 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 31 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 23 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 12 |
| Fouls | 22 | 11 |
| Largest lead | 43 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half50-28Jaxon Kohler made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jeremy Fears Jr..
- 2nd Half51-28Coen Carr made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-28Coen Carr made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-29Giovanni Emejuru made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-30Giovanni Emejuru made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-30Coen Carr made Dunk. Assisted by Jeremy Fears Jr..
- 2nd Half56-30Trey Fort made Jumper.
- 2nd Half59-30Coen Carr made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Carson Cooper.
- 2nd Half61-30Coen Carr made Dunk. Assisted by Jeremy Fears Jr..
- 2nd Half63-30Cam Ward made Layup. Assisted by Jeremy Fears Jr..
- 2nd Half63-31Jordan Riley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-31Coen Carr made Jumper.
- 2nd Half67-31Cam Ward made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half69-31Divine Ugochukwu made Layup. Assisted by Kur Teng.
- 2nd Half70-31Divine Ugochukwu made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-31Jaxon Kohler made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jordan Scott.
- 2nd Half73-32Jordan Riley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-32Carson Cooper made Jumper.
- 2nd Half75-33Reid Cason made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-34Reid Cason made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-35Giovanni Emejuru made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-37Reid Cason made Layup. Assisted by Corey Caulker.
- 2nd Half77-37Carson Cooper made Dunk. Assisted by Jesse McCulloch.
- 2nd Half77-39Corey Caulker made Jumper.
- 2nd Half77-40Corey Caulker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half79-40Divine Ugochukwu made Jumper.
- 2nd Half79-42Reid Cason made Layup. Assisted by Corey Caulker.
- 2nd Half79-43Reid Cason made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half82-43Divine Ugochukwu made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jeremy Fears Jr..
- 2nd Half82-44Reid Cason made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half82-45Reid Cason made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half84-45Jesse McCulloch made Jumper. Assisted by Jeremy Fears Jr..
- 2nd Half84-48Jordan Riley made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tybo Bailey.
- 2nd Half87-48Jeremy Fears Jr. made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half87-49Tybo Bailey made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half87-50Tybo Bailey made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half89-50Brennan Walton made Jumper.
- 2nd Half89-53Paddy D'Arcy made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Corey Caulker.
- 2nd Half89-54Tybo Bailey made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half89-56Corey Caulker made Jumper.
Win probability
Above the line favours East Carolina Pirates, below favours Michigan State Spartans.
Venue
- Suncoast Credit Union ArenaFort Myers, FL
- Attendance3500
- OfficialsMichael Irving, Jemel Spearman, Randy Richardson
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