Miami Dominates North Florida in Convincing Win
Sunday, December 21, 2025, 4:00 PM ET · Watsco Center
Miami Hurricanes 105, North Florida Ospreys 67, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won North Florida Ospreys vs Miami Hurricanes?
Miami Hurricanes beat North Florida Ospreys 105-67 at Watsco Center on December 21, 2025.
The Miami Hurricanes showcased their dominance with a decisive 105-67 victory over the North Florida Ospreys at the Watsco Center. This matchup highlighted the stark contrast between the two teams' current form, as Miami extended its winning streak to six games, while North Florida continued to struggle, marking their fourth consecutive loss.
Miami entered the game with a strong home record of 11-2 and had been particularly impressive in their last ten games, boasting an 8-2 record and an average of 87.1 points scored per game while allowing just 68.3. Their recent performance included a notable win against the Florida International Panthers, where they scored 98 points, and a 104-point outing against UL Monroe. The Hurricanes have been formidable at home, with a 6-1 record, and their last five games saw them averaging 88.6 points while allowing 71.0.
In contrast, North Florida has struggled significantly this season, holding a record of 2-10 overall. Their recent form has been disappointing, with only two wins in their last ten games and an average of 81.4 points scored against 87.4 allowed. Their last outing ended in a 90-113 defeat to Charleston Southern, and they have not won an away game this season, holding an 0-6 record in such contests.
The odds heading into the game, provided by DraftKings, heavily favored Miami, with a spread of -37.5 and a total set at 171.5. This reflected the general expectation of a lopsided contest, given the teams' contrasting records and recent performances.
The game conditions at the Watsco Center were conducive to Miami's high-scoring style. The Hurricanes capitalized on their home court advantage, demonstrating their offensive prowess throughout the game. Miami's scoring was marked by several standout plays in the second half, including a 25-foot three-point jumper by John Laboy II and a 24-foot three-point shot by Timotej Malovec, both contributing to the Hurricanes' impressive total.
The injury report did not indicate any significant absences for either team, allowing both squads to field their best lineups. This was particularly beneficial for Miami, whose depth and talent were evident as they maintained a high level of play throughout the contest.
As the game unfolded, viewers were treated to a display of Miami's offensive capabilities, with multiple players contributing to the scoring. The Hurricanes’ ability to stretch the floor and create open shots was a key factor in their success, as they consistently found ways to exploit North Florida's defense.
In summary, the game served as a clear indicator of the current trajectories of both programs. Miami's continued success at home and their ability to score at will contrasted sharply with North Florida's ongoing struggles, particularly in away games. The Hurricanes' win probability was effectively 1.0 by the end of the game, underscoring their dominance in this matchup.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MIA -37.5 | 171.5 o -105 / u -115 | North Florida Ospreys — · Miami Hurricanes — |
Leaders
- PointsTre Donaldson21Miami Hurricanes
- AssistsTre Donaldson9Miami Hurricanes
- ReboundsErnest Udeh Jr.14Miami Hurricanes
- PointsKamrin Oriol29North Florida Ospreys
- AssistsKamrin Oriol3North Florida Ospreys
- ReboundsMason Lee5North Florida Ospreys
Recent form
Miami Hurricanes
Last 10: 8-2Streak W587.1 scored · 68.3 allowed per game6-1 at home
- W98-81vs Florida International PanthersDec 17
- W104-79vs UL Monroe WarhawksDec 13
- W88-64vs Southern Miss Golden EaglesDec 6
- W75-66at Ole Miss RebelsDec 3
- W78-65at Georgetown HoyasNov 29
- L62-72vs BYU CougarsNov 27
- W97-41vs Delaware State HornetsNov 23
- W99-72vs Elon PhoenixNov 21
- L68-82at Florida GatorsNov 17
- W102-61vs Stetson HattersNov 11
North Florida Ospreys
Last 10: 2-8Streak L481.4 scored · 87.4 allowed per game0-6 away
- L90-113at Charleston Southern BuccaneersDec 18
- L61-84at Dayton FlyersDec 14
- L58-109at Gonzaga BulldogsDec 8
- L63-72vs SIU Edwardsville CougarsDec 3
- W111-67vs Trinity College of Jacksonville EaglesNov 29
- L82-85vs Prairie View A&M PanthersNov 23
- L83-92at Southern Miss Golden EaglesNov 23
- L78-86at Wofford TerriersNov 20
- W122-67vs New College Mighty BanyansNov 15
- L66-99at Tennessee VolunteersNov 13
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Peay | 22-9 | +1 | 15-3 |
| Central Arkansas | 22-12 | +1 | 15-3 |
| Queens University | 21-14 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Lipscomb | 19-13 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Florida Gulf Coast | 16-18 | 7 | 8-10 |
| West Georgia | 15-17 | 6 | 8-10 |
| Bellarmine | 13-19 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Jacksonville | 12-20 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Stetson | 12-21 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Eastern Kentucky | 11-21 | 7 | 7-11 |
| North Florida | 7-25 | 10 | 5-13 |
| North Alabama | 9-21 | 10 | 4-14 |
| Duke | 35-3 | - | 17-1 |
| Virginia | 30-6 | 2 | 15-3 |
| Miami | 26-9 | 4 | 13-5 |
| North Carolina | 24-9 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Clemson | 24-11 | 5 | 12-6 |
| Louisville | 24-11 | 6 | 11-7 |
| NC State | 20-14 | 7 | 10-8 |
| Florida State | 18-15 | 7 | 10-8 |
| California | 22-12 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Stanford | 20-13 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Virginia Tech | 19-13 | 9 | 8-10 |
| SMU | 20-14 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Wake Forest | 18-17 | 10 | 7-11 |
| Syracuse | 15-17 | 11 | 6-12 |
| Pittsburgh | 13-20 | 12 | 5-13 |
| Notre Dame | 13-18 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Boston College | 11-20 | 13 | 4-14 |
| Georgia Tech | 11-20 | 15 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | North Florida Ospreys | Miami Hurricanes |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-56 | 38-67 |
| Field goal % | 38 | 57 |
| Three-pointers | 11-31 | 9-25 |
| Three-point % | 35 | 36 |
| Free throws | 14-16 | 20-29 |
| Free throw % | 88 | 69 |
| Rebounds | 24 | 44 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 16 |
| Defensive rebounds | 16 | 28 |
| Assists | 9 | 20 |
| Steals | 6 | 13 |
| Blocks | 0 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 20 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 16 | 36 |
| Fast-break points | 5 | 27 |
| Points in the paint | 18 | 54 |
| Fouls | 20 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 40 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 3 | 92 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half42-64Nestor Dyachok makes layup
- 2nd Half43-64Nestor Dyachok makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half43-66Noam Dovrat makes driving layup
- 2nd Half43-68Shelton Henderson makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half45-68Dante Oliver makes layup (Nestor Dyachok assists)
- 2nd Half45-70Tru Washington makes 17-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half45-72Noam Dovrat makes driving layup (John Laboy II assists)
- 2nd Half46-72Kamrin Oriol makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half47-72Kamrin Oriol makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half47-75Timotej Malovec makes 22-foot three point jumper (Shelton Henderson assists)
- 2nd Half47-76Noam Dovrat makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-77Noam Dovrat makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-79Malik Reneau makes driving layup
- 2nd Half47-80Shelton Henderson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-80Kent Jackson makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half49-80Kent Jackson makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half50-80Kent Jackson makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half50-82Malik Reneau makes layup
- 2nd Half50-83Malik Reneau makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-86Tre Donaldson makes 24-foot three point jumper (John Laboy II assists)
- 2nd Half52-86Trey Cady makes layup (Kent Jackson assists)
- 2nd Half52-89John Laboy II makes 24-foot three point jumper (Tre Donaldson assists)
- 2nd Half54-89Devin Hines makes layup
- 2nd Half54-90Shelton Henderson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-91Shelton Henderson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-93Shelton Henderson makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half56-93Devin Hines makes layup
- 2nd Half57-93Kamrin Oriol makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-93Kamrin Oriol makes 23-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half60-94Malik Reneau makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-95Malik Reneau makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-95Kamrin Oriol makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half63-96Tru Washington makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-97Tru Washington makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-99Salih Altuntas makes layup (Noam Dovrat assists)
- 2nd Half65-99Trey Cady makes driving layup (Kamrin Oriol assists)
- 2nd Half65-102John Laboy II makes 25-foot three point jumper (Noam Dovrat assists)
- 2nd Half65-105Timotej Malovec makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half66-105Trey Cady makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-105Trey Cady makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Miami Hurricanes, below favours North Florida Ospreys.
Venue
- Watsco CenterCoral Gables, FL
- Attendance3862
- OfficialsTim Clougherty, Bill Covington Jr., Ben Stirt
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