West Georgia Wolves Defeat North Florida Ospreys 93-85
Wednesday, March 4, 2026, 7:30 PM ET · Swisher Gymnasium
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Who won North Florida Ospreys vs West Georgia Wolves?
West Georgia Wolves beat North Florida Ospreys 93-85 at Swisher Gymnasium on March 4, 2026.
Who was favored in North Florida Ospreys vs West Georgia Wolves?
West Georgia Wolves were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -185 (about 65% implied). The favorite won.
In a thrilling matchup at Swisher Gymnasium, the West Georgia Wolves triumphed over the North Florida Ospreys with a final score of 93-85. This victory comes as the Wolves have shown resilience, winning their last two games and improving their overall record to 15-16. The Ospreys, however, continue to struggle, now sitting at 7-25 after this defeat.
The Wolves entered the game with a mixed form, having a record of 4-6 in their last ten games. They averaged 77.9 points scored per game while allowing 77.7 points. Their recent performances included wins against the North Alabama Lions and the Lipscomb Bisons, both at home, showcasing their ability to capitalize on home court advantage. In contrast, the Ospreys have had a tough stretch, with a record of 2-8 in their last ten games, averaging 74.5 points scored and allowing 80.9 points. Their last game ended in a loss against the Jacksonville Dolphins, further highlighting their challenges this season.
At home, the Wolves have a record of 3-2 in their last five games, while the Ospreys have struggled on the road, managing only one win in their last five away games. This home advantage was evident in their previous meetings, where the Wolves had a 2-1 record against the Ospreys in the current season. Notably, the Wolves had lost to the Ospreys earlier in the season on February 6, 2026, with a score of 73-81, but they secured a win in their first meeting of the season on January 9, 2026, winning 85-73.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but the overall performance of both teams suggests they have been managing their rosters as best as possible given the circumstances of the season. The market had priced the Wolves as favorites, with DraftKings listing them at -3.5 on the spread and a money line of -185. The Ospreys were given a money line of 154.0, reflecting their underdog status in this matchup. The total for the game was set at 160.5, indicating expectations for a high-scoring affair.
The game conditions were conducive for an exciting contest, and the Wolves took advantage of their home crowd support. The scoring plays in the second half highlighted the back-and-forth nature of the game, with Malcolm Noel and Kamrin Oriol contributing crucial free throws for the Ospreys as they attempted to close the gap. However, the Wolves maintained their lead with key free throws from Josh Smith and Matija Žužic, sealing their victory.
Viewers should have watched for the Wolves' ability to control the pace of the game and their effectiveness in capitalizing on free throw opportunities, which proved pivotal in the closing moments. The Wolves' scoring depth and home court advantage ultimately led them to victory in this closely contested matchup.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | WGA -3.5 | 160.5 o -110 / u -110 | North Florida Ospreys +154 · West Georgia Wolves -185 |
Leaders
- PointsShelton Williams-Dryden27West Georgia Wolves
- AssistsMalcolm Noel5West Georgia Wolves
- ReboundsShelton Williams-Dryden13West Georgia Wolves
- PointsKamrin Oriol28North Florida Ospreys
- AssistsKamrin Oriol4North Florida Ospreys
- ReboundsDalton Gayman9North Florida Ospreys
Recent form
West Georgia Wolves
Last 10: 4-6Streak W277.9 scored · 77.7 allowed per game3-2 at home
- W75-63vs North Alabama LionsFeb 28
- W84-78vs Lipscomb BisonsFeb 26
- L84-91at Queens University RoyalsFeb 21
- L80-81at Eastern Kentucky ColonelsFeb 19
- L62-79at Central Arkansas BearsFeb 14
- W82-73at North Alabama LionsFeb 12
- W87-73vs Jacksonville DolphinsFeb 7
- L73-81vs North Florida OspreysFeb 6
- L78-81vs Austin Peay GovernorsJan 31
- L74-77at Bellarmine KnightsJan 29
North Florida Ospreys
Last 10: 2-8Streak L174.5 scored · 80.9 allowed per game1-4 away
- L61-85vs Jacksonville DolphinsFeb 28
- W76-70vs Florida Gulf Coast EaglesFeb 27
- L71-76at Stetson HattersFeb 21
- L76-77vs Austin Peay GovernorsFeb 20
- L56-63at Jacksonville DolphinsFeb 14
- L81-90at Florida Gulf Coast EaglesFeb 12
- L72-91at Queens University RoyalsFeb 7
- W81-73at West Georgia WolvesFeb 6
- L94-100vs Lipscomb BisonsJan 31
- L77-84vs Stetson HattersJan 30
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 |
| 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 |
Box score
| Stat | North Florida Ospreys | West Georgia Wolves |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-67 | 33-62 |
| Field goal % | 42 | 53 |
| Three-pointers | 8-35 | 10-24 |
| Three-point % | 23 | 42 |
| Free throws | 21-24 | 17-23 |
| Free throw % | 88 | 74 |
| Rebounds | 25 | 41 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 19 | 29 |
| Assists | 9 | 10 |
| Steals | 8 | 3 |
| Blocks | 0 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 5 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 16 | 5 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 17 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 46 |
| Fouls | 18 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 23 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 2 | 94 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half52-69Shelton Williams-Dryden makes layup (Josh Smith assists)
- 2nd Half53-69Kamrin Oriol makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-69Kamrin Oriol makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-69Kamrin Oriol makes layup
- 2nd Half59-69Kent Jackson makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half59-70Kenneth Chime makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-72Kenneth Chime makes layup
- 2nd Half61-72Dalton Gayman makes 4-foot dunk
- 2nd Half63-72Kent Jackson makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half65-72Mason Lee makes layup (Kamrin Oriol assists)
- 2nd Half65-75Josh Smith makes 34-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half67-75Nestor Dyachok makes layup (Kamrin Oriol assists)
- 2nd Half68-75Nestor Dyachok makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half68-77Shelton Williams-Dryden makes layup
- 2nd Half70-77Dalton Gayman makes 16-foot jumper
- 2nd Half70-79Josh Smith makes layup
- 2nd Half72-79Kamrin Oriol makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half73-79Kamrin Oriol makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-79Kamrin Oriol makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-80JaVar Daniel makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-81JaVar Daniel makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-81Kamrin Oriol makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-81Kamrin Oriol makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-82Josh Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-83Josh Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-83Dalton Gayman makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-84Malcolm Noel makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-84Dalton Gayman makes layup
- 2nd Half79-85Josh Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-86Josh Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half82-86Kamrin Oriol makes 33-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half82-87Malcolm Noel makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half82-88Malcolm Noel makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half83-88Kamrin Oriol makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half83-89Malcolm Noel makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half85-89Nestor Dyachok makes layup (BJ Plummer assists)
- 2nd Half85-90Josh Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half85-91Josh Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half85-92Matija Žužic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half85-93Matija Žužic makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours West Georgia Wolves, below favours North Florida Ospreys.
Venue
- Swisher GymnasiumJacksonville, FL
- Attendance690
- OfficialsArt Vaulk, Chuck McCoy, Adam Jones
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