Northern Kentucky Dominates Green Bay in NCAAB Clash
Sunday, March 8, 2026, 3:30 PM ET · Corteva Coliseum
Northern Kentucky Norse 96, Green Bay Phoenix 76, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Northern Kentucky Norse vs Green Bay Phoenix?
Northern Kentucky Norse beat Green Bay Phoenix 96-76 at Corteva Coliseum on March 8, 2026.
Who was favored in Northern Kentucky Norse vs Green Bay Phoenix?
Northern Kentucky Norse were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -175 (about 64% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Northern Kentucky Norse triumphed over the Green Bay Phoenix with a final score of 96-76. This game showcased Northern Kentucky's offensive prowess, allowing them to secure a significant victory on the road at Corteva Coliseum. The win improves Northern Kentucky's record to 21-13, while Green Bay falls to 18-16.
Northern Kentucky entered the game with a mixed recent form, having a 5-5 record in their last ten games, but they were on a one-game winning streak after defeating the Oakland Golden Grizzlies 85-84 in their previous outing. The Norse averaged 77.9 points scored and allowed 77.7 points during this stretch. Their away record stood at 3-3, indicating a solid ability to compete outside their home venue.
On the other hand, Green Bay had a slightly better recent record of 6-4 in their last ten games, with a two-game winning streak prior to this loss. They averaged 76.0 points scored and allowed 71.4 points during this period. At home, they had a record of 4-2, showing a strong performance in front of their fans.
The two teams had previously met four times in the current and prior seasons, with each team winning two games. Their most recent encounter before this game was on February 5, 2026, where Green Bay edged out Northern Kentucky 87-84. However, Northern Kentucky's victory in this game suggests a shift in momentum.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide any specific details about player availability, which could have influenced the game dynamics. However, it is worth noting that both teams were competing at full strength, which added to the intensity of the matchup.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Northern Kentucky favored by 3.5 points, with a total set at 146.5. The odds for Northern Kentucky to win outright were -175, while Green Bay's moneyline was set at 145. This indicates that the market expected a close contest, but Northern Kentucky's performance exceeded those expectations.
The game conditions were typical for a late-season college basketball matchup, with both teams eager to improve their standings. Fans could expect a high-scoring affair, and the final score reflected that, with a total of 172 points scored.
Key moments in the second half included several scoring plays from Northern Kentucky, notably Justin Allen's driving layup, which extended their lead to 90-71. The Norse maintained control throughout the second half, consistently increasing their lead and ultimately sealing the game with a strong offensive display.
In conclusion, Northern Kentucky's victory over Green Bay not only highlights their capability as a competitive team but also sets the stage for their upcoming challenges as they look to build on this success.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | NKU -3.5 | 146.5 o -115 / u -105 | Northern Kentucky Norse -175 · Green Bay Phoenix +145 |
Leaders
- PointsJustin Allen18Green Bay Phoenix
- AssistsPreston Ruedinger10Green Bay Phoenix
- ReboundsJustin Allen4Green Bay Phoenix
- PointsLJ Wells26Northern Kentucky Norse
- AssistsEthan Elliott9Northern Kentucky Norse
- ReboundsLJ Wells9Northern Kentucky Norse
Recent form
Green Bay Phoenix
Last 10: 6-4Streak W276 scored · 71.4 allowed per game4-2 at home
- W64-56vs Purdue Fort Wayne MastodonsMar 4
- W85-63vs Youngstown State PenguinsFeb 28
- L70-74at Detroit Mercy TitansFeb 22
- W73-68at Oakland Golden GrizzliesFeb 21
- L72-75at Milwaukee PanthersFeb 15
- W76-59vs Purdue Fort Wayne MastodonsFeb 13
- W76-63vs Detroit Mercy TitansFeb 7
- W87-84at Northern Kentucky NorseFeb 5
- L75-83vs Wright State RaidersFeb 1
- L82-89vs Cleveland State VikingsJan 31
Northern Kentucky Norse
Last 10: 5-5Streak W177.9 scored · 77.7 allowed per game3-3 away
- W85-84at Oakland Golden GrizzliesMar 5
- L91-92vs Wright State RaidersMar 1
- W81-70at Cleveland State VikingsFeb 26
- L58-64at Youngstown State PenguinsFeb 22
- W87-71vs Purdue Fort Wayne MastodonsFeb 19
- W84-81at IU Indianapolis JaguarsFeb 12
- W67-62vs Milwaukee PanthersFeb 7
- L84-87vs Green Bay PhoenixFeb 5
- L65-76at Oakland Golden GrizzliesFeb 1
- L77-90at Detroit Mercy TitansJan 31
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wright State | 23-12 | - | 15-5 |
| Robert Morris | 22-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Green Bay | 18-15 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Detroit Mercy | 17-15 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Oakland | 16-16 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Purdue Fort Wayne | 17-15 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Northern Kentucky | 20-14 | 5 | 10-10 |
| Youngstown State | 15-17 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Milwaukee | 12-20 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Cleveland State | 11-22 | 9 | 6-14 |
| IU Indianapolis | 7-25 | 12 | 3-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Northern Kentucky Norse | Green Bay Phoenix |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 33-67 | 27-53 |
| Field goal % | 49 | 51 |
| Three-pointers | 14-28 | 4-14 |
| Three-point % | 50 | 29 |
| Free throws | 16-21 | 18-19 |
| Free throw % | 76 | 95 |
| Rebounds | 37 | 25 |
| Offensive rebounds | 15 | 5 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 20 |
| Assists | 23 | 18 |
| Steals | 7 | 1 |
| Blocks | 2 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 4 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 17 | 2 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 2 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 42 |
| Fouls | 16 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 22 | 7 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 58 | 35 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half60-43Ethan Elliott makes driving layup
- 2nd Half60-45Justin Allen makes 3-foot dunk (Preston Ruedinger assists)
- 2nd Half63-45Kael Robinson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Ryan Tolliver assists)
- 2nd Half63-47Mac Wrecke makes 1-foot dunk (Marcus Hall assists)
- 2nd Half66-47Dan Gherezgher makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kael Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half67-47Kael Robinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-48C.J. O'Hara makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-49C.J. O'Hara makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-49LJ Wells makes driving layup (Ethan Elliott assists)
- 2nd Half69-51Vukasin Todorovic makes layup (Preston Ruedinger assists)
- 2nd Half69-53LeBron Thomas makes layup
- 2nd Half69-54LeBron Thomas makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half72-54Donovan Oday makes 26-foot three point jumper (Ethan Elliott assists)
- 2nd Half72-55Preston Ruedinger makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-56Preston Ruedinger makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-56Dan Gherezgher makes 22-foot three point jumper (Ethan Elliott assists)
- 2nd Half75-58Preston Ruedinger makes 7-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half76-58Ethan Elliott makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-60Preston Ruedinger makes driving layup
- 2nd Half79-60Dan Gherezgher makes 27-foot three point jumper (Ethan Elliott assists)
- 2nd Half79-61Marcus Hall makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-62Marcus Hall makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half82-62Donovan Oday makes 24-foot three point jumper (Tae Dozier assists)
- 2nd Half82-64Marcus Hall makes layup (Preston Ruedinger assists)
- 2nd Half83-64LJ Wells makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half84-64LJ Wells makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half86-64Tae Dozier makes 1-foot alley oop dunk
- 2nd Half86-66C.J. O'Hara makes layup (Preston Ruedinger assists)
- 2nd Half87-66LJ Wells makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half88-66LJ Wells makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half88-69Caden Wilkins makes 25-foot three point jumper (Preston Ruedinger assists)
- 2nd Half90-69LJ Wells makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half90-71Justin Allen makes driving layup (LeBron Thomas assists)
- 2nd Half92-71Ethan Elliott makes layup (Donovan Oday assists)
- 2nd Half92-73Justin Allen makes 16-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half92-74Justin Allen makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half93-74Dan Gherezgher makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half94-74Dan Gherezgher makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half96-74Ryan Tolliver makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half96-76C.J. O'Hara makes driving layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Green Bay Phoenix, below favours Northern Kentucky Norse.
Venue
- Corteva ColiseumIndianapolis, IN
- OfficialsEarl Walton, Steve McJunkins, Jason Phillips
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