Old Dominion Dominates Morgan State in Convincing Win
Friday, November 21, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Chartway Arena
Old Dominion Monarchs 88, Morgan State Bears 56, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Morgan State Bears vs Old Dominion Monarchs?
Old Dominion Monarchs beat Morgan State Bears 88-56 at Chartway Arena on November 21, 2025.
In a decisive display of basketball, the Old Dominion Monarchs triumphed over the Morgan State Bears with a final score of 88-56 at Chartway Arena. This matchup showcased the Monarchs' ability to capitalize on their home advantage, improving their record to 4-3 for the season, while the Bears fell to 1-6. The game was marked by a strong performance from Old Dominion, who demonstrated their scoring prowess, particularly in the second half.
Old Dominion entered the game with a recent record of 6-4 over their last ten games, although they were on a two-game losing streak prior to this matchup. The Monarchs averaged 67.9 points scored per game while allowing 69.2 points, indicating a competitive nature in their games. Their home record stood at 3-0, showcasing their dominance at Chartway Arena. In contrast, Morgan State struggled with a record of 4-6 in their last ten games, currently on a three-game losing streak. They averaged 77.8 points scored but also allowed 79.3 points, reflecting defensive challenges. Their away record was 2-4, which further underscored their difficulties in securing wins on the road.
Historically, this fixture had not been a regular occurrence, but the recent form of both teams made it intriguing. Old Dominion's recent games included a narrow victory against Norfolk State and a significant win against Randolph, while Morgan State had faced tough opponents, including losses to North Carolina A&T and Mercyhurst. These results set the stage for a clash where Old Dominion was expected to leverage their home court advantage.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any players missing from either team, suggesting that both squads were at full strength for this encounter. This was crucial as both teams needed their key players to perform at their best given their recent struggles.
The betting market reflected confidence in Old Dominion's chances, with a final home win probability of 1.0, indicating they were heavily favored to win according to market expectations. This was backed by their solid home performance and Morgan State's ongoing challenges.
Conditions in the arena were conducive to a high-energy game, with fans in attendance supporting the Monarchs. Old Dominion's strategy involved aggressive offense and solid defense, which they executed effectively throughout the game. Key moments included Zacch Wiggins' contributions, highlighted by his free throws and a three-point jumper, which helped to extend the lead in the second half. The Monarchs' ability to maintain pressure and capitalize on scoring opportunities was evident, particularly as they pulled away decisively in the latter stages of the game.
Viewers were treated to a display of skill from Old Dominion, particularly in their offensive execution and defensive resilience. The Monarchs' ability to dominate the boards and control the pace of the game was a significant factor in their victory. As the game progressed, it became clear that Old Dominion was in control, with their players stepping up to deliver key plays that sealed the win.
Overall, the match served as a reminder of Old Dominion's potential as they look to build momentum moving forward in the season, while Morgan State will need to reassess their strategies to turn their fortunes around.
Leaders
- PointsZacch Wiggins18Old Dominion Monarchs
- AssistsJordan Battle5Old Dominion Monarchs
- ReboundsJordan Battle8Old Dominion Monarchs
- PointsElijah Davis12Morgan State Bears
- AssistsRob Lawson6Morgan State Bears
- ReboundsChristian Meeks9Morgan State Bears
Recent form
Old Dominion Monarchs
Last 10: 6-4Streak L267.9 scored · 69.2 allowed per game3-0 at home
- L69-99at Xavier MusketeersNov 19
- L73-96at George Washington RevolutionariesNov 15
- W60-57vs Norfolk State SpartansNov 12
- W93-53vs Randolph WildcatsNov 7
- L72-87at Miami (OH) RedHawksNov 4
- L59-75at Troy TrojansMar 9
- W61-56at App State MountaineersMar 8
- W64-61at Texas State BobcatsMar 7
- W67-49vs Louisiana Ragin' CajunsMar 6
- W61-59at Coastal Carolina ChanticleersMar 1
Morgan State Bears
Last 10: 4-6Streak L377.8 scored · 79.3 allowed per game2-4 away
- L73-79vs North Carolina A&T AggiesNov 19
- L72-86at Mercyhurst LakersNov 15
- L79-81vs UMBC RetrieversNov 11
- W101-77vs Central Penn KnightsNov 6
- L70-87at Georgetown HoyasNov 3
- L55-58at Norfolk State SpartansMar 14
- W91-90at Howard BisonMar 13
- L75-82at Coppin State EaglesMar 7
- W87-81vs Delaware State HornetsMar 4
- W75-72at Maryland Eastern Shore HawksMar 1
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 |
| Troy | 22-12 | - | 12-6 |
| South Alabama | 21-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Arkansas State | 20-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Texas State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Marshall | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Coastal Carolina | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| App State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| James Madison | 18-15 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Southern Miss | 19-16 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Georgia Southern | 21-16 | 4 | 8-10 |
| Old Dominion | 12-21 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Louisiana | 11-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Georgia State | 10-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| UL Monroe | 4-28 | 11 | 1-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Morgan State Bears | Old Dominion Monarchs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-59 | 29-60 |
| Field goal % | 36 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 3-18 | 10-27 |
| Three-point % | 17 | 37 |
| Free throws | 11-20 | 20-27 |
| Free throw % | 55 | 74 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 42 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 30 |
| Assists | 13 | 17 |
| Steals | 4 | 7 |
| Blocks | 2 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 7 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 26 |
| Fouls | 16 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 34 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half30-49Christian Oliver made Layup. Assisted by Rob Lawson.
- 2nd Half30-50Jordan Battle made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half30-51Jordan Battle made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half30-52Caelum Swanton-Rodger made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half32-52Elijah Davis made Layup.
- 2nd Half32-54Caelum Swanton-Rodger made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half32-56LJ Thomas made Jumper.
- 2nd Half34-56Christian Meeks made Layup. Assisted by Walter Peggs Jr..
- 2nd Half34-58Caelum Swanton-Rodger made Dunk. Assisted by Jordan Battle.
- 2nd Half36-58Walter Peggs Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Rob Lawson.
- 2nd Half36-60Drew McKenna made Jumper.
- 2nd Half36-63Drew McKenna made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jordan Battle.
- 2nd Half38-63Elijah Davis made Layup. Assisted by Rob Lawson.
- 2nd Half40-63Rob Lawson made Jumper.
- 2nd Half40-66Jared Turner made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by LJ Thomas.
- 2nd Half40-68Zacch Wiggins made Layup.
- 2nd Half42-68Christian Meeks made Layup. Assisted by Elijah Davis.
- 2nd Half42-71Zacch Wiggins made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by LJ Thomas.
- 2nd Half43-71Dallas James made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half44-71Dallas James made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half44-73Drew McKenna made Jumper.
- 2nd Half45-73Alfred Worrell Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-73Alfred Worrell Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-73Elijah Davis made Layup.
- 2nd Half48-74Jordan Battle made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-75Jordan Battle made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-77Jared Turner made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half50-77Trent Edwards made Layup.
- 2nd Half51-77Christian Meeks made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-77Christian Meeks made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-79Robert Davis Jr. made Jumper. Assisted by Zacch Wiggins.
- 2nd Half53-79Trent Edwards made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-80Zacch Wiggins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-81Zacch Wiggins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-84Zacch Wiggins made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jordan Battle.
- 2nd Half53-85Scottie Hubbard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-86Scottie Hubbard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-86Rob Lawson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-88Zacch Wiggins made Dunk. Assisted by Cooper Jones.
- 2nd Half56-88Trent Edwards made Layup.
Win probability
Above the line favours Old Dominion Monarchs, below favours Morgan State Bears.
Venue
- Chartway ArenaNorfolk, VA
- Attendance4844
- OfficialsMike Terry, Patrick Harwood, Hunter Allen
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