Morgan State Bears Dominate Penn State Brandywine Lions
Tuesday, December 30, 2025, 6:00 PM ET · Hill Field House
Morgan State Bears 92, Penn State Brandywine Lions 55, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Penn State Brandywine Lions vs Morgan State Bears?
Morgan State Bears beat Penn State Brandywine Lions 92-55 at Hill Field House on December 30, 2025.
In a decisive victory, the Morgan State Bears triumphed over the Penn State Brandywine Lions with a final score of 92-55. This game showcased the Bears' ability to capitalize on their home court advantage at Hill Field House, where they improved their home record to 2-3 this season. The Bears had been struggling recently, entering the matchup with a 1-9 record over their last ten games, and on a three-game losing streak. However, they managed to turn the tide against the Lions, who were coming off a loss to Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers, marking their record at 0-1 in their last outing.
The Bears' recent form had been concerning, with an average of 64.7 points scored and 84.7 points allowed in their last ten games. Their scoring average dipped even lower to 60.0 points in their last five games, while they allowed an average of 87.8 points during that stretch. Despite these struggles, the Bears found their rhythm against Brandywine, demonstrating a significant improvement in both offense and defense.
On the other hand, the Lions faced a challenging season as well, with their only recent game resulting in a 42-73 loss, which contributed to their average of 42.0 points scored and 73.0 points allowed. This performance highlighted their difficulties in keeping pace with their opponents, particularly on the road, where they now hold an away record of 0-1.
The Bears' scoring was led by a balanced team effort, as they effectively exploited their home court. The game featured a series of scoring plays that kept the momentum firmly in the Bears' favor. Notable moments included a free throw by Elijah Davis and a layup from Nigel Moore, both of which contributed to the Bears' commanding lead. In the second half, the Bears continued to build on their advantage, with key contributions from players like Austin McCaughan and Breon Barnett, who helped solidify the team's dominance.
Historically, the Bears have faced challenges in their recent matchups, but this game marked a significant turnaround. The Lions, on the other hand, have struggled to find their footing in previous encounters, and this game continued that trend. The Bears' ability to capitalize on their home advantage was evident, as they outscored the Lions significantly, showcasing a stark contrast to their recent performances.
In terms of market expectations, the Bears were heavily favored to win, with a home win probability of 1.0, reflecting confidence in their ability to secure the victory. This expectation was met with a strong performance that exceeded many observers' expectations, given their recent form.
As for the conditions of the game, the atmosphere at Hill Field House was electric, with fans rallying behind the Bears as they sought to break their losing streak. The home crowd played a crucial role in energizing the players, contributing to their performance.
Overall, this game served as a pivotal moment for the Morgan State Bears, allowing them to regain some confidence after a tough stretch. The Bears will look to build on this momentum in their upcoming games, while the Lions will need to regroup and address their ongoing struggles as they continue their season.
Leaders
- PointsAlfred Worrell Jr.32Morgan State Bears
- AssistsElijah Davis10Morgan State Bears
- ReboundsAlfred Worrell Jr.6Morgan State Bears
- PointsCorwin Holland II14Penn State Brandywine Lions
- AssistsBryan Warren3Penn State Brandywine Lions
- ReboundsBryan Warren6Penn State Brandywine Lions
Recent form
Morgan State Bears
Last 10: 1-9Streak L364.7 scored · 84.7 allowed per game1-3 at home
- L56-83at Loyola Marymount LionsDec 23
- L64-94at San Francisco DonsDec 21
- L50-97at California Golden BearsDec 20
- W81-73vs Niagara Purple EaglesDec 13
- L49-92at DePaul Blue DemonsDec 10
- L80-84vs Longwood LancersDec 6
- L66-71vs Drexel DragonsNov 25
- L56-88at Old Dominion MonarchsNov 22
- L73-79vs North Carolina A&T AggiesNov 19
- L72-86at Mercyhurst LakersNov 15
Penn State Brandywine Lions
1 game: 0-1Streak L142 scored · 73 allowed per game0-1 away
- L42-73at Mount St. Mary's MountaineersDec 21
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Howard | 24-11 | - | 11-3 |
| Morgan State | 14-16 | 1 | 10-4 |
| Norfolk State | 15-17 | 3 | 8-6 |
| North Carolina Central | 14-18 | 3 | 8-6 |
| South Carolina State | 10-22 | 4 | 7-7 |
| Maryland Eastern Shore | 9-23 | 6 | 5-9 |
| Coppin State | 7-24 | 6 | 5-9 |
| Delaware State | 8-23 | 9 | 2-12 |
Box score
| Stat | Penn State Brandywine Lions | Morgan State Bears |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 20-55 | 30-56 |
| Field goal % | 36 | 54 |
| Three-pointers | 6-20 | 16-28 |
| Three-point % | 30 | 57 |
| Free throws | 9-18 | 16-22 |
| Free throw % | 50 | 73 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 28 |
| Assists | 10 | 17 |
| Steals | 6 | 9 |
| Blocks | 0 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 22 |
| Fast-break points | 12 | 20 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 20 |
| Fouls | 19 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 41 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 96 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half32-46Corwin Holland II makes layup (Ja'bri White assists)
- 1st Half32-49Walter Peggs Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Elijah Davis assists)
- 2nd Half32-52Eugene Alvin makes 24-foot three point jumper (Elijah Davis assists)
- 2nd Half33-52Corwin Holland II makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half33-54Rob Lawson makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half33-57Alfred Worrell Jr. makes 24-foot three point jumper (Elijah Davis assists)
- 2nd Half33-58Alfred Worrell Jr. makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half33-61Rob Lawson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Elijah Davis assists)
- 2nd Half35-61Jack Swider makes driving layup
- 2nd Half35-63Elijah Davis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half37-63Bryan Warren makes driving layup
- 2nd Half37-66Alfred Worrell Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (Elijah Davis assists)
- 2nd Half39-66Isaiah Johnson makes layup
- 2nd Half39-69Alfred Worrell Jr. makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half39-72Alfred Worrell Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (Christian Meeks assists)
- 2nd Half39-73Manok Lual makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half40-73Corwin Holland II makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half40-75Elijah Davis makes layup
- 2nd Half40-77David Bumpass makes layup
- 2nd Half41-77Bryan Warren makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half42-77Bryan Warren makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half42-78Walter Peggs Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half42-79Walter Peggs Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-79Ethan Dublin makes layup
- 2nd Half44-81David Bumpass makes 4-foot dunk
- 2nd Half44-82David Bumpass makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-82Ahmaar Godhania makes 25-foot three point jumper (Bryan Warren assists)
- 2nd Half47-84Alfred Worrell Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half47-85Alfred Worrell Jr. makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half48-85Bryan Warren makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-87Jayden Socka makes layup
- 2nd Half48-88Elijah Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-89Elijah Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-89Austin McCaughan makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half50-90Jayden Socka makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-90Nigel Moore makes layup (Bryan Warren assists)
- 2nd Half53-90Nigel Moore makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half55-90Ethan Dublin makes 15-foot jumper (Austin McCaughan assists)
- 2nd Half55-91Breon Barnett makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-92Breon Barnett makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Morgan State Bears, below favours Penn State Brandywine Lions.
Venue
- Hill Field HouseBaltimore, MD
- Attendance271
- OfficialsJemel Spearman, Darnell Cudjoe, Steven Perry Jr.
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