North Alabama Lions Defeat Jacksonville State Gamecocks 73-66
Monday, December 1, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Pete Mathews Coliseum
North Alabama Lions 73, Jacksonville State Gamecocks 66, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won North Alabama Lions vs Jacksonville State Gamecocks?
North Alabama Lions beat Jacksonville State Gamecocks 73-66 at Pete Mathews Coliseum on December 1, 2025.
Who was favored in North Alabama Lions vs Jacksonville State Gamecocks?
Jacksonville State Gamecocks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -310 (about 76% implied). The underdog won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the North Alabama Lions triumphed over the Jacksonville State Gamecocks with a final score of 73-66 at the Pete Mathews Coliseum on December 2, 2025. This victory marked a significant moment for the Lions, who improved their record to 5-5, while the Gamecocks fell to 3-5. The game showcased the Lions' resilience, especially as they entered the contest with a recent win, having snapped a losing streak in their previous game against the UT Southern Firehawks.
The Lions had been averaging 75.6 points per game over their last ten outings, while allowing 74.6 points. Their recent form included a mix of results, with a 5-5 record in their last ten games. They had shown strength at home with a 5-1 record but struggled on the road, holding an away record of 0-4. In contrast, the Gamecocks had a home record of 5-3 and were 0-2 in away games, indicating a stronger performance when playing at home. However, they entered this game on a three-game losing streak, having averaged 71.8 points scored and 61.4 points allowed in their last five games.
The scoring for Jacksonville State in this game was highlighted by their inability to keep pace with North Alabama in the second half. The Gamecocks had previously struggled against teams like North Dakota State and South Alabama, and this game continued that trend. Their last five games had seen them score an average of 71.8 points, but they could not match the Lions' offensive output.
In terms of individual performances, the Lions' Corneilous Williams made crucial free throws down the stretch, helping to secure the victory. Notably, Canin Jefferson also contributed significantly with multiple free throws late in the game, showcasing the Lions' ability to capitalize on their opportunities. The Gamecocks attempted to rally, with Mostapha El Moutaouakkil making a layup to narrow the gap, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Lions' lead.
The odds heading into the game, provided by DraftKings, favored Jacksonville State by 6.5 points, with a total set at 134.5. This indicated that the market expected a competitive matchup, but the Lions proved the odds wrong with their performance. The conditions in the arena were conducive to a high-energy game, with both teams looking to gain an advantage in the early part of the season.
As for injuries, the block did not provide specific details on player availability, but both teams had been navigating their rosters in the early season, which can often impact performance. Fans watching the game were likely focused on the battle in the paint and the effectiveness of both teams' perimeter shooting, which had been a key factor in their recent performances.
Overall, the matchup highlighted the Lions' ability to perform under pressure, while the Gamecocks will need to regroup as they look to break their losing streak and find their rhythm moving forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | JXST -6.5 | 134.5 o -112 / u -108 | North Alabama Lions +250 · Jacksonville State Gamecocks -310 |
Leaders
- PointsMostapha El Moutaouakkil19Jacksonville State Gamecocks
- AssistsJaye Nash8Jacksonville State Gamecocks
- ReboundsAC Bryant8Jacksonville State Gamecocks
- PointsDonte Bacchus19North Alabama Lions
- AssistsCanin Jefferson4North Alabama Lions
- ReboundsCorneilous Williams13North Alabama Lions
Recent form
Jacksonville State Gamecocks
Last 10: 5-5Streak L374.8 scored · 64.7 allowed per game5-3 at home
- L43-56vs North Dakota State BisonNov 26
- L63-74at Arkansas State Red WolvesNov 25
- L65-71vs South Alabama JaguarsNov 20
- W74-67vs Coastal Carolina ChanticleersNov 15
- W114-39vs Reinhardt EaglesNov 10
- W117-63vs Oakwood AmbassadorsNov 4
- L67-79at Liberty FlamesMar 16
- W70-68vs Middle Tennessee Blue RaidersMar 14
- W65-56vs Florida International PanthersMar 13
- L70-74vs Kennesaw State OwlsMar 8
North Alabama Lions
Last 10: 5-5Streak W175.6 scored · 74.6 allowed per game0-4 away
- W92-60vs UT Southern FirehawksNov 25
- L57-71at Chattanooga MocsNov 22
- L61-81at Clemson TigersNov 18
- L74-78vs East Tennessee State BuccaneersNov 15
- W87-83vs Northwestern State DemonsNov 12
- W90-84vs Lane College DragonsNov 8
- L62-86at Mississippi State BulldogsNov 6
- L65-76at Lipscomb BisonsMar 9
- W78-63vs Jacksonville DolphinsMar 7
- W90-64vs Austin Peay GovernorsMar 4
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 |
| Liberty | 26-8 | - | 17-3 |
| Sam Houston | 22-12 | 4 | 13-7 |
| Louisiana Tech | 20-14 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Western Kentucky | 18-14 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Middle Tennessee | 17-15 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Kennesaw State | 21-14 | 7 | 10-10 |
| Jacksonville State | 15-17 | 7 | 10-10 |
| New Mexico State | 16-16 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Missouri State | 16-18 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Florida International | 15-17 | 9 | 8-12 |
| UTEP | 11-20 | 8 | 7-13 |
| Delaware | 10-21 | 11 | 6-14 |
Box score
| Stat | North Alabama Lions | Jacksonville State Gamecocks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-61 | 24-60 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 40 |
| Three-pointers | 7-22 | 9-25 |
| Three-point % | 32 | 36 |
| Free throws | 14-18 | 9-20 |
| Free throw % | 78 | 45 |
| Rebounds | 41 | 39 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 29 | 26 |
| Assists | 12 | 17 |
| Steals | 6 | 6 |
| Blocks | 7 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 8 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 30 |
| Fouls | 14 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 7 | 10 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half32-36Kevin de Kovachich made Layup.
- 2nd Half33-36Corneilous Williams made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half34-36Corneilous Williams made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half34-38Mostapha El Moutaouakkil made Layup. Assisted by Jaye Nash.
- 2nd Half34-40Jamar Franklin made Layup. Assisted by Jaye Nash.
- 2nd Half37-40Canin Jefferson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dallas Howell.
- 2nd Half37-42Mostapha El Moutaouakkil made Layup. Assisted by AC Bryant.
- 2nd Half39-42Donte Bacchus made Layup.
- 2nd Half39-43Mostapha El Moutaouakkil made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half39-44Mostapha El Moutaouakkil made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-44Canin Jefferson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Cortez Graham-Howard.
- 2nd Half42-47Marcus Fitzgerald Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Emondrek Erkins-Ford.
- 2nd Half44-47DarKaun King made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half47-47DarKaun King made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Canin Jefferson.
- 2nd Half47-50AC Bryant made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Marcus Fitzgerald Jr..
- 2nd Half50-50Canin Jefferson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Cortez Graham-Howard.
- 2nd Half50-52AC Bryant made Layup.
- 2nd Half53-52Tank Washington made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Canin Jefferson.
- 2nd Half53-55AC Bryant made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Emondrek Erkins-Ford.
- 2nd Half53-56Jacoby Hill made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-57Jacoby Hill made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-57Donte Bacchus made Jumper.
- 2nd Half57-57Donte Bacchus made Layup.
- 2nd Half59-57Donte Bacchus made Layup. Assisted by Kevin de Kovachich.
- 2nd Half59-59Mostapha El Moutaouakkil made Layup. Assisted by Jaye Nash.
- 2nd Half59-60Mostapha El Moutaouakkil made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-60Donte Bacchus made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-60Donte Bacchus made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-62Mostapha El Moutaouakkil made Layup.
- 2nd Half63-62Donte Bacchus made Layup.
- 2nd Half66-62Dallas Howell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Canin Jefferson.
- 2nd Half66-64AC Bryant made Layup.
- 2nd Half67-64Corneilous Williams made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-64Corneilous Williams made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-66Mostapha El Moutaouakkil made Layup. Assisted by Aitor Anabitarte.
- 2nd Half69-66Canin Jefferson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-66Canin Jefferson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-66Canin Jefferson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-66Canin Jefferson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-66Canin Jefferson made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Jacksonville State Gamecocks, below favours North Alabama Lions.
Venue
- Pete Mathews ColiseumJacksonville, AL
- Attendance1634
- OfficialsMick Fieldbinder, Steven Anderson, Josue Nieves
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