North Carolina A&T Tops UNC Greensboro 71-65
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · First Horizon Coliseum
North Carolina A&T Aggies 71, UNC Greensboro Spartans 65, 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 UNC Greensboro Spartans?
North Carolina A&T Aggies beat UNC Greensboro Spartans 71-65 at First Horizon Coliseum on December 16, 2025.
Who was favored in North Carolina A&T Aggies vs UNC Greensboro Spartans?
UNC Greensboro Spartans were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -290 (about 74% implied). The underdog won.
In a competitive matchup at First Horizon Coliseum, the North Carolina A&T Aggies secured a 71-65 victory over the UNC Greensboro Spartans. This game was notable as it marked the second meeting between these teams this season, with the Aggies having previously won their first encounter 67-55 on December 7, 2024.
The Spartans entered this game with a home record of 3-9 and were looking to build on a recent two-game winning streak, having defeated William Peace Pacers 90-62 and East Carolina Pirates 82-78 in their last two outings. However, their overall form in the last ten games stood at 3-7, with an average of 75.9 points scored per game while allowing 81.1 points. In contrast, the Aggies boasted a better away record of 6-4, with a recent record of 5-5 in their last ten games. They had a scoring average of 73.1 points while allowing 75.6 points.
The game unfolded with both teams exchanging leads, but the Aggies ultimately capitalized on their opportunities in the second half. Key scoring plays included Dwayne Pierce's jumper that extended the Aggies' lead to 66-61, followed by a three-pointer from Donald Whitehead Jr. that pushed the score to 67-65. The Aggies then sealed their victory with a series of free throws, ensuring they maintained their lead in the closing minutes.
In terms of injury concerns, the block did not provide specific details, but both teams were expected to field their usual lineups. The betting market reflected a competitive outlook, with DraftKings listing the odds at UNCG -6.5, indicating that the Spartans were favored to win by 6.5 points. The total for the game was set at 147.5, with both the over and under priced at -110. This suggests that the market anticipated a closely contested game, which ultimately proved to be the case.
The conditions for the game were typical for indoor basketball, with no adverse weather factors affecting play. Fans were treated to a high-energy atmosphere as both teams fought for crucial points. Viewers were advised to watch for the performance of key players such as Dwayne Pierce, who made significant contributions in the second half, and the overall defensive strategies employed by both teams as they adjusted to each other’s scoring patterns.
In conclusion, the Aggies' victory not only showcased their resilience but also highlighted the ongoing challenges faced by the Spartans as they continue to seek consistency in their performance.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UNCG -6.5 | 147.5 o -110 / u -110 | North Carolina A&T Aggies +235 · UNC Greensboro Spartans -290 |
Leaders
- PointsKJ Younger17UNC Greensboro Spartans
- AssistsDonald Whitehead Jr.4UNC Greensboro Spartans
- ReboundsJustin Neely11UNC Greensboro Spartans
- PointsTrent Middleton Jr.21North Carolina A&T Aggies
- AssistsBryson Ogletree4North Carolina A&T Aggies
- ReboundsZamoku Weluche-Ume10North Carolina A&T Aggies
Recent form
UNC Greensboro Spartans
Last 10: 3-7Streak W275.9 scored · 81.1 allowed per game2-3 at home
- W90-62vs William Peace PacersDec 13
- W82-78at East Carolina PiratesDec 6
- L77-82at UNC Asheville BulldogsDec 3
- L71-82vs Miami (OH) RedHawksNov 26
- L60-73at Delaware Blue HensNov 25
- W68-62vs Youngstown State PenguinsNov 23
- L94-101at Queens University RoyalsNov 21
- L63-69vs Austin Peay GovernorsNov 15
- L64-110at NC State WolfpackNov 13
- L90-92vs Elon PhoenixNov 8
North Carolina A&T Aggies
Last 10: 5-5Streak W173.1 scored · 75.6 allowed per game2-5 away
- W82-79vs Maryland Eastern Shore HawksDec 13
- L69-73at Howard BisonDec 10
- W69-54at North Carolina Central EaglesDec 6
- 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
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 |
| East Tennessee State | 23-11 | - | 13-5 |
| Mercer | 19-13 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Wofford | 19-13 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Samford | 18-14 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Furman | 22-13 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Western Carolina | 15-16 | 3 | 10-8 |
| UNC Greensboro | 15-19 | 4 | 9-9 |
| Chattanooga | 13-19 | 6 | 7-11 |
| The Citadel | 11-22 | 6 | 7-11 |
| VMI | 6-26 | 12 | 1-17 |
Box score
| Stat | North Carolina A&T Aggies | UNC Greensboro Spartans |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-64 | 23-63 |
| Field goal % | 38 | 37 |
| Three-pointers | 8-28 | 9-28 |
| Three-point % | 29 | 32 |
| Free throws | 15-18 | 10-19 |
| Free throw % | 83 | 53 |
| Rebounds | 48 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 16 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 32 | 23 |
| Assists | 14 | 11 |
| Steals | 2 | 5 |
| Blocks | 5 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 6 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 5 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 2 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 22 |
| Fouls | 16 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 18 | 1 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 90 | 3 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half38-20Trent Middleton Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half38-23KJ Younger makes 25-foot three point jumper (Donald Whitehead Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half41-23Bryson Ogletree makes 27-foot three point jumper (Zamoku Weluche-Ume assists)
- 2nd Half41-26Noah Norgaard makes 27-foot three point jumper (Valentino Pinedo assists)
- 2nd Half41-28Justin Neely makes driving layup (Noah Norgaard assists)
- 2nd Half41-31Noah Norgaard makes 23-foot three point jumper (Donald Whitehead Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half41-33KJ Younger makes driving layup
- 2nd Half43-33Trent Middleton Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half43-35Noah Norgaard makes 11-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half43-38Donald Whitehead Jr. makes 26-foot three point jumper (Valentino Pinedo assists)
- 2nd Half43-41Donald Whitehead Jr. makes 26-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half46-41Trent Middleton Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Zamoku Weluche-Ume assists)
- 2nd Half46-42Valentino Pinedo makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-45Noah Norgaard makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half49-45Dwayne Pierce makes 24-foot three point jumper (Bryson Ogletree assists)
- 2nd Half49-48KJ Younger makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot (Valentino Pinedo assists)
- 2nd Half49-49Valentino Pinedo makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-49Trent Middleton Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-49Zamoku Weluche-Ume makes 2-foot dunk (KJ Debrick assists)
- 2nd Half52-51Justin Neely makes 8-foot floating jump shot (Domas Kauzonas assists)
- 2nd Half55-51Dwayne Pierce makes 27-foot three point jumper (Trent Middleton Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half57-51KJ Debrick makes 20-foot jumper (Dwayne Pierce assists)
- 2nd Half57-54Noah Norgaard makes 28-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half57-56Valentino Pinedo makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half57-58KJ Younger makes 10-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half59-58KJ Debrick makes layup (Trent Middleton Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half60-58KJ Debrick makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half60-60KJ Younger makes 7-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half61-60Dwayne Pierce makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-60Dwayne Pierce makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-61Justin Neely makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-61KJ Debrick makes 6-foot hook shot (Bryson Ogletree assists)
- 2nd Half66-61Dwayne Pierce makes 19-foot jumper (KJ Debrick assists)
- 2nd Half66-62Justin Neely makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-62Dwayne Pierce makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-65Donald Whitehead Jr. makes 25-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half68-65Trent Middleton Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-65Trent Middleton Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-65Zamoku Weluche-Ume makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-65Zamoku Weluche-Ume makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours UNC Greensboro Spartans, below favours North Carolina A&T Aggies.
Venue
- First Horizon ColiseumGreensboro, NC
- Attendance1237
- OfficialsAnthony Jordan, Jon Wall, Ryan Christian
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