North Carolina A&T Defeats North Carolina Central 69-54
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 4:00 PM ET · McDougald-McLendon Arena
North Carolina A&T Aggies 69, North Carolina Central Eagles 54, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won North Carolina A&T Aggies vs North Carolina Central Eagles?
North Carolina A&T Aggies beat North Carolina Central Eagles 69-54 at McDougald-McLendon Arena on December 6, 2025.
Who was favored in North Carolina A&T Aggies vs North Carolina Central Eagles?
North Carolina A&T Aggies were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -135 (about 57% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup at McDougald-McLendon Arena, the North Carolina A&T Aggies triumphed over the North Carolina Central Eagles with a final score of 69-54. This victory marks an important moment for the Aggies, who have now secured a win against their rivals after previously defeating them 85-72 in their last meeting on December 28, 2024.
The Aggies entered the game with a record of 4-3, while the Eagles struggled with a 3-8 record. North Carolina A&T has been on a mixed run lately, with their last ten games resulting in a record of 4-6 and a current losing streak of two games. They averaged 68.8 points scored and allowed 76.1 points over those ten games. In contrast, the Eagles have been in worse form, holding a record of 3-7 in their last ten games, with an average of 72.8 points scored and 78.0 points allowed. The Eagles' recent performance has been particularly concerning, as they have lost their last game against James Madison Dukes, 62-67, just two days before this matchup.
At home, the Eagles have a record of 3-0, but their away performance has been dismal, with a 0-7 record. Conversely, the Aggies have shown slightly better results away from home, with a 1-6 record in away games, although they have also performed well at home with a 3-0 record. This fixture highlighted the contrasting fortunes of both teams, particularly in terms of their home and away performances.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had North Carolina A&T favored at -2.5, indicating expectations for a close contest. The total points line was set at 142.5, reflecting a belief in a moderately high-scoring game. The moneyline odds were also revealing, with the Eagles at +114 and the Aggies at -135, suggesting that the Aggies were the favored team to win.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the overall health of both teams can often play a crucial role in performance, especially in a competitive environment like college basketball.
Conditions during the game were not detailed, but the venue, McDougald-McLendon Arena, has been a familiar setting for the Eagles, who have enjoyed a home-court advantage in the past.
As the game unfolded, Lewis Walker was a standout for the Aggies, contributing significantly to their scoring in the second half. His free throws and layup helped push the Aggies' lead to 66-50 before Trent Middleton Jr. capped off the scoring with a three-point jumper, bringing the score to 69-50. The Eagles managed to score a few points late in the game, but it was not enough to close the gap, finishing with a score of 54.
Overall, this game showcased the challenges facing the Eagles as they continue to struggle with consistency, while the Aggies look to build momentum off this victory. The performance of both teams will be crucial as they move forward in their respective seasons, with the Aggies hoping to turn their recent form around and the Eagles needing to find a way to capitalize on their home games.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | NCAT -2.5 | 142.5 o -108 / u -112 | North Carolina A&T Aggies -135 · North Carolina Central Eagles +114 |
Leaders
- PointsDionte Johnson12North Carolina Central Eagles
- AssistsDionte Johnson3North Carolina Central Eagles
- ReboundsKhouri Carvey7North Carolina Central Eagles
- PointsLewis Walker18North Carolina A&T Aggies
- AssistsTrent Middleton Jr.4North Carolina A&T Aggies
- ReboundsLewis Walker14North Carolina A&T Aggies
Recent form
North Carolina Central Eagles
Last 10: 3-7Streak L172.8 scored · 78 allowed per game3-0 at home
- L62-67at James Madison DukesDec 4
- W109-61vs Carolina University BruinsNov 29
- L67-82at South Carolina Upstate SpartansNov 26
- L55-74at Dayton FlyersNov 22
- W123-67vs Toccoa Falls EaglesNov 19
- L53-97at North Carolina Tar HeelsNov 15
- W77-61vs Bluefield State Big BlueNov 13
- L54-76at App State MountaineersNov 9
- L62-81at Virginia CavaliersNov 8
- L66-114at NC State WolfpackNov 4
North Carolina A&T Aggies
Last 10: 4-6Streak L268.8 scored · 76.1 allowed per game1-6 away
- L57-74at Charlotte 49ersDec 3
- L74-90at Davidson WildcatsNov 28
- W79-73at Morgan State BearsNov 19
- W89-83vs Washington Adventist ShockNov 14
- W85-62vs South Carolina State BulldogsNov 11
- L72-91at South Carolina GamecocksNov 5
- L55-77at Hofstra PrideMar 7
- L49-70at Hofstra PrideMar 1
- L55-69at Northeastern HuskiesFeb 28
- W73-72vs Stony Brook SeawolvesFeb 22
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNC Wilmington | 27-7 | - | 15-3 |
| Charleston | 21-11 | 1 | 14-4 |
| Hofstra | 24-11 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Monmouth | 19-15 | 4 | 11-7 |
| William & Mary | 20-12 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Drexel | 17-16 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Towson | 19-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Stony Brook | 17-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Campbell | 16-18 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Hampton | 13-19 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Elon | 14-18 | 9 | 6-12 |
| North Carolina A&T | 11-19 | 11 | 4-14 |
| Northeastern | 7-24 | 13 | 2-16 |
| 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 |
Box score
| Stat | North Carolina A&T Aggies | North Carolina Central Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 20-47 | 15-56 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 27 |
| Three-pointers | 4-16 | 2-18 |
| Three-point % | 25 | 11 |
| Free throws | 25-35 | 22-30 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 73 |
| Rebounds | 49 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 37 | 21 |
| Assists | 11 | 8 |
| Steals | 5 | 13 |
| Blocks | 3 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 21 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 3 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 17 | 26 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 22 |
| Fouls | 20 | 24 |
| Largest lead | 19 | 12 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 30 | 57 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half34-37Gage Lattimore made Jumper.
- 2nd Half34-38Tekao Carpenter made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half34-39Tekao Carpenter made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half36-39Lureon Walker made Jumper.
- 2nd Half37-39Lureon Walker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half37-40Dionte Johnson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half37-41Dionte Johnson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half38-41Lureon Walker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half39-41Lureon Walker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-41Bryson Ogletree made Dunk. Assisted by Trent Middleton Jr..
- 2nd Half41-43Dionte Johnson made Layup.
- 2nd Half42-43Will Felton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-44Dionte Johnson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half42-45Dionte Johnson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half44-45Will Felton made Layup. Assisted by Lureon Walker.
- 2nd Half44-46Kelechi Okworogwo made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-46Lureon Walker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-46Lureon Walker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-46Lewis Walker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-46Trent Middleton Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Lewis Walker.
- 2nd Half52-46Zamoku Weluche-Ume made Dunk. Assisted by Trent Middleton Jr..
- 2nd Half52-48Khouri Carvey made Layup. Assisted by Dionte Johnson.
- 2nd Half52-50Gage Lattimore made Layup.
- 2nd Half53-50Lureon Walker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-50Lureon Walker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-50Trent Middleton Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-50Trent Middleton Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-50Trent Middleton Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-50Lewis Walker made Jumper.
- 2nd Half60-50Trent Middleton Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-50Trent Middleton Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-50Lewis Walker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-50Lewis Walker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-50Lewis Walker made Layup.
- 2nd Half66-50Lewis Walker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-50Trent Middleton Jr. made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half69-51Jae Slack made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-52Jae Slack made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-53Dionte Johnson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-54Dionte Johnson made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours North Carolina Central Eagles, below favours North Carolina A&T Aggies.
Venue
- McDougald-McLendon ArenaDurham, NC
- Attendance2631
- OfficialsLionel Butler, Julian Scott, Jafar Kinsey
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