Morehead State Eagles Defeat UT Martin Skyhawks 61-55
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 4:00 PM ET · Kathleen and Tom Elam Center
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Who won Morehead State Eagles vs UT Martin Skyhawks?
Morehead State Eagles beat UT Martin Skyhawks 61-55 at Kathleen and Tom Elam Center on February 7, 2026.
Who was favored in Morehead State Eagles vs UT Martin Skyhawks?
UT Martin Skyhawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -410 (about 80% implied). The underdog won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Morehead State Eagles secured a 61-55 victory over the UT Martin Skyhawks at the Kathleen and Tom Elam Center on February 7, 2026. This game was particularly noteworthy as it marked a significant win for Morehead State, who had struggled in their recent encounters against UT Martin, winning only one of the last three meetings. The Eagles improved their record against the Skyhawks to 2-1 in their last three matchups, having previously lost to them earlier in the season on January 9, 2026, by a score of 76-68.
Entering the game, UT Martin boasted a strong home record of 19-6, and they had been performing well recently, with a 9-1 record in their last ten games and a current winning streak of four games. Their scoring average over those ten games was 68.9 points, while they allowed an average of 58.3 points. In contrast, Morehead State held a record of 13-12 overall and had a mixed performance in their last ten games, going 6-4 and entering the contest on a two-game losing streak. The Eagles averaged 74.7 points scored while allowing 75.2 points during that stretch, indicating a tendency for high-scoring games.
The game unfolded with both teams showcasing their defensive capabilities. UT Martin had a solid home advantage, having won all five of their last home games. However, Morehead State's away record of 2-2 in their last four games suggested they could compete on the road. The Eagles focused on maintaining their defensive pressure, which ultimately paid off as they limited UT Martin's scoring opportunities.
The odds from DraftKings prior to the game reflected UT Martin as 8.5-point favorites, with a total set at 136.5 points. The home moneyline was listed at -410.0, while Morehead State's moneyline was at 320.0, indicating that the market expected a strong performance from the Skyhawks. However, the outcome of the game defied those expectations.
As the game progressed, the scoring plays highlighted the intensity of the contest. Key moments included Jon Carroll making two crucial free throws that pushed Morehead State's lead to 56-51 late in the second half. Damien King responded for UT Martin with a turnaround jump shot, narrowing the gap to 56-53. However, free throws from Davion Cunningham and Chase Dawson extended Morehead State's lead to 61-55, sealing the victory.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any players missing from either team, suggesting both squads were at full strength for this important matchup. The conditions in the arena were typical for a college basketball game, with a lively atmosphere as fans rallied behind their respective teams.
Overall, this game showcased the resilience of the Morehead State Eagles, who managed to overcome the odds and secure a vital win against UT Martin. The Eagles will look to build on this momentum as they continue their season, while UT Martin will need to regroup after this setback.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UTM -8.5 | 136.5 o -108 / u -112 | Morehead State Eagles +320 · UT Martin Skyhawks -410 |
Leaders
- PointsMatas Deniusas15UT Martin Skyhawks
- AssistsFilip Petkovski3UT Martin Skyhawks
- ReboundsMatas Deniusas9UT Martin Skyhawks
- PointsGeorge Marshall16Morehead State Eagles
- AssistsChase Dawson4Morehead State Eagles
- ReboundsGeorge Marshall9Morehead State Eagles
Recent form
UT Martin Skyhawks
Last 10: 9-1Streak W468.9 scored · 58.3 allowed per game5-0 at home
- W76-54vs Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesFeb 6
- W55-52vs Little Rock TrojansFeb 4
- W84-44at Western Illinois LeathernecksJan 31
- W76-68at Eastern Illinois PanthersJan 30
- L50-66at Southeast Missouri State RedhawksJan 21
- W69-55vs Lindenwood LionsJan 17
- W65-59vs SIU Edwardsville CougarsJan 16
- W73-56at Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesJan 11
- W76-68at Morehead State EaglesJan 9
- W65-61vs Eastern Illinois PanthersJan 3
Morehead State Eagles
Last 10: 6-4Streak L274.7 scored · 75.2 allowed per game2-2 away
- L70-82at Southeast Missouri State RedhawksFeb 6
- L78-79vs Lindenwood LionsJan 31
- W67-65vs SIU Edwardsville CougarsJan 30
- W73-68vs Eastern Illinois PanthersJan 24
- W71-66vs Western Illinois LeathernecksJan 23
- W76-70at Tennessee Tech Golden EaglesJan 17
- L100-105at Tennessee State TigersJan 16
- W71-69vs Southeast Missouri State RedhawksJan 10
- L68-76vs UT Martin SkyhawksJan 9
- W73-72at SIU Edwardsville CougarsJan 3
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee State | 23-10 | - | 15-5 |
| Morehead State | 20-13 | - | 15-5 |
| Southeast Missouri State | 20-13 | 1 | 14-6 |
| UT Martin | 22-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| SIU Edwardsville | 19-13 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Lindenwood | 18-15 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Little Rock | 12-20 | 6 | 9-11 |
| Tennessee Tech | 13-18 | 6 | 8-12 |
| Eastern Illinois | 13-20 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Southern Indiana | 7-23 | 11 | 4-16 |
| Western Illinois | 5-26 | 14 | 1-19 |
Box score
| Stat | Morehead State Eagles | UT Martin Skyhawks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 19-52 | 16-62 |
| Field goal % | 37 | 26 |
| Three-pointers | 7-18 | 6-39 |
| Three-point % | 39 | 15 |
| Free throws | 16-18 | 17-25 |
| Free throw % | 89 | 68 |
| Rebounds | 41 | 43 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 23 |
| Defensive rebounds | 28 | 20 |
| Assists | 10 | 7 |
| Steals | 8 | 10 |
| Blocks | 1 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 2 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 5 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 12 | 20 |
| Fouls | 20 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 8 | 7 |
| Lead changes | 7 | 7 |
| Time in front | 40 | 37 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half26-26Damien King makes 8-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half26-28Filip Radaković makes layup
- 2nd Half26-30Damien King makes driving layup (Filip Petkovski assists)
- 2nd Half28-30Anouar Mellouk makes 6-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half28-31Afan Trnka makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half28-32Afan Trnka makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half30-32Davion Cunningham makes 16-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half30-33Andrija Bukumirović makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half30-34Andrija Bukumirović makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half32-34Tamaury Releford makes 9-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half32-35Filip Radaković makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half32-36Filip Radaković makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half32-39Matas Deniusas makes 25-foot three point jumper (Damien King assists)
- 2nd Half35-39George Marshall makes 23-foot three point jumper (Josiah LeGree assists)
- 2nd Half38-39Vince Dawson III makes 22-foot three point jumper (Josiah LeGree assists)
- 2nd Half39-39George Marshall makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half40-39George Marshall makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half40-40Afan Trnka makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-40Josiah LeGree makes 25-foot three point jumper (Chase Dawson assists)
- 2nd Half43-43Afan Trnka makes 23-foot three point jumper (Filip Petkovski assists)
- 2nd Half44-43George Marshall makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-43George Marshall makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-43George Marshall makes 25-foot three point jumper (Chase Dawson assists)
- 2nd Half50-43Vince Dawson III makes 13-foot pullup jump shot (Josiah LeGree assists)
- 2nd Half50-44Andrija Bukumirović makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-44Chase Dawson makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half52-47Matas Deniusas makes 26-foot three point jumper (Filip Radaković assists)
- 2nd Half54-47Chase Dawson makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half54-49Filip Radaković makes driving layup
- 2nd Half54-50Damien King makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-51Damien King makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-51Jon Carroll makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-51Jon Carroll makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-53Damien King makes 7-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half57-53Davion Cunningham makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-53Davion Cunningham makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-55Damien King makes layup
- 2nd Half59-55Chase Dawson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-55Chase Dawson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-55George Marshall makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours UT Martin Skyhawks, below favours Morehead State Eagles.
Venue
- Kathleen and Tom Elam CenterMartin, TN
- Attendance2040
- OfficialsDavid Carter, Chris Koopman, Wesley Harper
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