Tennessee State Dominates Oakwood in 114-76 Victory
Tuesday, November 11, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Gentry Center
Tennessee State Tigers 114, Oakwood Ambassadors 76, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Oakwood Ambassadors vs Tennessee State Tigers?
Tennessee State Tigers beat Oakwood Ambassadors 114-76 at Gentry Center on November 11, 2025.
The Tennessee State Tigers delivered a commanding performance against the Oakwood Ambassadors, securing a decisive 114-76 victory at the Gentry Center. This matchup showcased the Tigers' offensive prowess, as they not only won but did so with a significant margin, emphasizing their strength on home court. With this win, Tennessee State improved their home record to 3-1 for the season.
Tennessee State entered the game with a mixed bag of results in their last ten outings, holding a record of 6-4. Despite their recent loss to the Belmont Bruins on November 9, where they fell 79-87, the Tigers had shown resilience, particularly at home with a perfect 4-0 record prior to this game. Their scoring average of 75.4 points per game, coupled with an average of 67.2 points allowed, indicated a solid offensive and defensive balance. In their last five games, they averaged 78.4 points scored while allowing 66.4 points, showcasing a trend of effective scoring and strong defense.
Conversely, the Oakwood Ambassadors struggled significantly, entering the game on a three-game losing streak, with a record of 0-3 in their last three outings. They had been outscored heavily in recent games, averaging only 70.7 points while conceding a staggering 109.7 points. Their most recent loss was a 63-117 defeat to Jacksonville State on November 4, which highlighted their defensive vulnerabilities. This game against Tennessee State marked their fourth consecutive loss, and they remained winless on the road with an 0-3 away record.
The home team’s dominance was evident throughout the game. Tennessee State's scoring was led by a series of impressive plays, including multiple layups in the second half that pushed their lead further. Notable plays included a layup by Devonte Powell and another by Antoine Lorick III, which contributed to the Tigers' overwhelming score. The final quarter saw Tennessee State maintain their lead, with the game concluding at 114-76.
In terms of injury status, the block did not provide specific details on player injuries affecting either team, but both sides appeared to field their regular lineups for this matchup. The absence of key players can often influence a game’s outcome, but in this case, both teams seemed to be at full strength.
The betting market had priced Tennessee State as heavy favorites, reflecting their strong home performance and the Ambassadors' struggles. The home win probability was listed at 1.0, indicating a complete lack of confidence in an Oakwood upset. This line illustrates the disparity between the two teams as they faced off.
Conditions at the Gentry Center were favorable for basketball, with a supportive home crowd likely contributing to the Tigers' performance. The atmosphere was charged, allowing Tennessee State to capitalize on their home advantage.
Overall, this fixture was marked by Tennessee State's offensive explosion and Oakwood's defensive frailties. The Tigers’ ability to score at will while limiting their opponents underlines their potential as a competitive force in the league this season.
Leaders
- PointsAaron Nkrumah25Tennessee State Tigers
- AssistsTravis Harper II7Tennessee State Tigers
- ReboundsJalen Pitre8Tennessee State Tigers
- PointsJordan Bell20Oakwood Ambassadors
- AssistsChase Jackson5Oakwood Ambassadors
- ReboundsJordan Hill5Oakwood Ambassadors
Recent form
Tennessee State Tigers
Last 10: 6-4Streak L175.4 scored · 67.2 allowed per game4-0 at home
- L79-87at Belmont BruinsNov 9
- W101-50vs Fisk BulldogsNov 4
- L69-71at SIU Edwardsville CougarsMar 8
- W69-55vs Lindenwood LionsMar 7
- W74-69vs Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesMar 1
- W64-55vs Morehead State EaglesFeb 28
- L74-77at Tennessee Tech Golden EaglesFeb 22
- W86-75at UT Martin SkyhawksFeb 19
- L72-84at SIU Edwardsville CougarsFeb 15
- W66-49at Eastern Illinois PanthersFeb 14
Oakwood Ambassadors
Last 3: 0-3Streak L370.7 scored · 109.7 allowed per game0-3 away
- L63-117at Jacksonville State GamecocksNov 4
- L71-91at Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsDec 3
- L78-121at Alabama A&M BulldogsNov 7
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee State | 23-10 | - | 15-5 |
| Morehead State | 20-13 | - | 15-5 |
| Southeast Missouri State | 20-13 | 1 | 14-6 |
| UT Martin | 22-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| SIU Edwardsville | 19-13 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Lindenwood | 18-15 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Little Rock | 12-20 | 6 | 9-11 |
| Tennessee Tech | 13-18 | 6 | 8-12 |
| Eastern Illinois | 13-20 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Southern Indiana | 7-23 | 11 | 4-16 |
| Western Illinois | 5-26 | 14 | 1-19 |
Box score
| Stat | Oakwood Ambassadors | Tennessee State Tigers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 29-69 | 41-72 |
| Field goal % | 42 | 57 |
| Three-pointers | 10-28 | 9-25 |
| Three-point % | 36 | 36 |
| Free throws | 8-15 | 23-27 |
| Free throw % | 53 | 85 |
| Rebounds | 29 | 50 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 36 |
| Assists | 16 | 24 |
| Steals | 6 | 10 |
| Blocks | 3 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 22 |
| Fast-break points | 13 | 33 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 60 |
| Fouls | 18 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 1 | 40 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half47-71Jordan Bell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-71Jordan Bell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-71Devin Faulkner made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Chase Jackson.
- 2nd Half51-72Khalil London made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-74Antoine Lorick III made Layup.
- 2nd Half53-74Devin Faulkner made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half53-76Antoine Lorick III made Dunk. Assisted by Travis Harper II.
- 2nd Half54-76Tahj Evans made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-76Jordan Bell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Chase Jackson.
- 2nd Half57-79Travis Harper II made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dante Harris.
- 2nd Half60-79Tahj Evans made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jordan Bell.
- 2nd Half60-81Carlous Williams made Jumper. Assisted by Khalil London.
- 2nd Half60-82Jalen Pitre made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-83Jalen Pitre made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-83Tahj Evans made Jumper.
- 2nd Half64-83Jordan Bell made Layup. Assisted by Chase Jackson.
- 2nd Half64-86Travis Harper II made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dante Harris.
- 2nd Half66-86Tahj Evans made Layup. Assisted by Chase Jackson.
- 2nd Half66-88Carlous Williams made Dunk. Assisted by Travis Harper II.
- 2nd Half66-90Travis Harper II made Layup. Assisted by Jalen Pitre.
- 2nd Half66-92Khalil London made Layup.
- 2nd Half66-94Jalen Pitre made Dunk. Assisted by Khalil London.
- 2nd Half66-96Kavien Jones made Layup. Assisted by Travis Harper II.
- 2nd Half68-96Chase Jackson made Jumper.
- 2nd Half68-99Aaron Nkrumah made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half68-100Khalil London made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-101Khalil London made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-104Aaron Nkrumah made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Damon Howard Jr..
- 2nd Half68-105Khalil London made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-105Joshua Barnett made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-105Joshua Barnett made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-107Travis Harper II made Layup. Assisted by Damon Howard Jr..
- 2nd Half72-107Devonte Powell made Layup. Assisted by Joshua Barnett.
- 2nd Half72-109Antoine Lorick III made Layup.
- 2nd Half72-111Jayden Jones made Layup.
- 2nd Half72-112Jayden Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-112Naftal Morara made Layup. Assisted by Grener Polynice.
- 2nd Half74-113Damon Howard Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-114Damon Howard Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-114Damon Fann made Jumper.
Win probability
Above the line favours Tennessee State Tigers, below favours Oakwood Ambassadors.
Venue
- Gentry CenterNashville, TN
- Attendance475
- OfficialsDustin Williams, Jake Kuhlman, Frederick Gipson
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- Men's NCAA basketball 2026-27 Way-Too-Early Top 25 rankings
- Transfers, recruits and roster moves for key men's NCAA basketball teams
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