Buccaneers Defeat Lions 93-81 in Thrilling Matchup
Tuesday, November 25, 2025, 7:30 PM ET · Buccaneer Fieldhouse
Charleston Southern Buccaneers 93, Piedmont Lions 81, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Piedmont Lions vs Charleston Southern Buccaneers?
Charleston Southern Buccaneers beat Piedmont Lions 93-81 at Buccaneer Fieldhouse on November 25, 2025.
The Charleston Southern Buccaneers secured a solid victory against the Piedmont Lions, finishing the game with a score of 93-81. This matchup showcased the Buccaneers' recent resurgence, as they extended their winning streak to two games following a challenging stretch earlier in the season. With this win, Charleston Southern improved their record to 5-3, while Piedmont Lions continued to struggle, dropping their record to 0-2.
Charleston Southern's recent form has been a mix of highs and lows. Over their last ten games, they have a record of 4-6, but their last five games have seen them perform better, with a record of 3-2 and an average of 83.4 points scored per game. The Buccaneers have shown a tendency to score heavily, averaging 77.9 points while allowing 79.7 points per game overall. At home, their record stands at 2-2, indicating a competitive edge when playing in front of their fans at Buccaneer Fieldhouse.
In contrast, the Piedmont Lions have faced significant challenges recently. They have lost their last two games, both of which were played away, resulting in an overall away record of 0-2. During these two games, the Lions averaged just 67.5 points scored while allowing a staggering 114 points per game, which has contributed to their current struggles. Their performance in this fixture reflected their recent difficulties, as they were unable to keep pace with the Buccaneers.
The game featured several key scoring plays, particularly in the second half. Parker Renault opened the scoring in the second half with a layup, bringing the Lions to 75 points. However, the Buccaneers responded effectively, with Brycen Blaine and Javi Marlowe contributing crucial baskets to maintain their lead. The game saw a series of free throws from Luke Williams, which helped seal the victory for Charleston Southern as they pushed their lead to 93 points by the end of the match.
The matchup was played under favorable conditions at Buccaneer Fieldhouse, which likely contributed to the home team's performance. The atmosphere was charged, and the Buccaneers capitalized on their home-court advantage, demonstrating their ability to perform well in familiar surroundings.
In terms of the betting market, the home win probability for Charleston Southern was reported at 1.0, suggesting a strong expectation for their victory against the Lions. This aligns with the Buccaneers' recent form and their ability to score effectively, particularly against a struggling opponent like Piedmont.
Overall, this game highlighted the contrast between the two teams' current trajectories, with Charleston Southern finding momentum and Piedmont Lions continuing to search for answers as they navigate a tough early season.
Leaders
- PointsBrycen Blaine25Charleston Southern Buccaneers
- AssistsBrycen Blaine8Charleston Southern Buccaneers
- ReboundsBrycen Blaine8Charleston Southern Buccaneers
- PointsIsrael Hall18Piedmont Lions
- AssistsDylan Patrick4Piedmont Lions
- ReboundsParker Renault7Piedmont Lions
Recent form
Charleston Southern Buccaneers
Last 10: 4-6Streak W277.9 scored · 79.7 allowed per game2-2 at home
- W77-65at East Carolina PiratesNov 22
- W103-91vs IU Indianapolis JaguarsNov 19
- L77-83vs Lindenwood LionsNov 14
- L64-68at Alabama A&M BulldogsNov 14
- W96-86at The Citadel BulldogsNov 11
- W106-71vs Toccoa Falls EaglesNov 7
- L67-98at Virginia Tech HokiesNov 4
- L60-80at UNC Asheville BulldogsMar 7
- L60-76at Radford HighlandersMar 1
- L69-79vs South Carolina Upstate SpartansFeb 22
Piedmont Lions
Last 2: 0-2Streak L267.5 scored · 114 allowed per game0-2 away
- L70-103at South Carolina Upstate SpartansNov 7
- L65-125at Winthrop EaglesNov 4
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Point | 31-5 | - | 15-1 |
| Winthrop | 23-11 | 2 | 13-3 |
| Radford | 16-16 | 6 | 9-7 |
| Longwood | 16-16 | 7 | 8-8 |
| UNC Asheville | 15-17 | 7 | 8-8 |
| Presbyterian | 15-18 | 8 | 7-9 |
| Charleston Southern | 15-17 | 9 | 6-10 |
| South Carolina Upstate | 13-19 | 10 | 5-11 |
| Gardner-Webb | 4-29 | 14 | 1-15 |
Box score
| Stat | Piedmont Lions | Charleston Southern Buccaneers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 29-71 | 31-69 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 7-23 | 17-47 |
| Three-point % | 30 | 36 |
| Free throws | 16-26 | 14-19 |
| Free throw % | 62 | 74 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 54 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 28 | 41 |
| Assists | 14 | 22 |
| Steals | 13 | 3 |
| Blocks | 1 | 8 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 17 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 19 | 11 |
| Fast-break points | 18 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 28 |
| Fouls | 17 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 22 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half46-63Fisher Darden made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half46-64Jacob Taylor made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-65Jacob Taylor made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-65Fisher Darden made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-65Fisher Darden made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-68Armari Carraway made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jesse Hafemeister.
- 2nd Half51-68Arturo Overton made Jumper.
- 2nd Half51-70Reis Jones made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half54-70Parker Renault made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Caleb Lesch.
- 2nd Half54-72Reis Jones made Dunk. Assisted by Luke Williams.
- 2nd Half55-72Arturo Overton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half56-72Arturo Overton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-72Israel Hall made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-74Nate Brafford made Layup. Assisted by Brycen Blaine.
- 2nd Half57-76Brycen Blaine made Layup.
- 2nd Half59-76Israel Hall made Layup.
- 2nd Half59-78Brycen Blaine made Layup.
- 2nd Half60-78Israel Hall made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-78Parker Renault made Layup. Assisted by Fisher Darden.
- 2nd Half62-80Luke Williams made Layup.
- 2nd Half64-80Israel Hall made Jumper.
- 2nd Half64-82Brycen Blaine made Layup.
- 2nd Half66-82Jackson Houston made Dunk. Assisted by Javi Marlowe.
- 2nd Half67-82Israel Hall made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-84Devin Brafford made Dunk. Assisted by Nate Brafford.
- 2nd Half69-84Parker Renault made Layup.
- 2nd Half69-85Devin Brafford made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-86Devin Brafford made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-86Fisher Darden made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-86Fisher Darden made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-86Israel Hall made Dunk.
- 2nd Half73-89Nate Brafford made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Luke Williams.
- 2nd Half75-89Parker Renault made Layup.
- 2nd Half75-91Brycen Blaine made Layup.
- 2nd Half77-91Javi Marlowe made Jumper.
- 2nd Half78-91Jackson Houston made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half80-91Silas Mulligan made Jumper.
- 2nd Half81-91Silas Mulligan made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half81-92Luke Williams made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half81-93Luke Williams made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Charleston Southern Buccaneers, below favours Piedmont Lions.
Venue
- Buccaneer FieldhouseCharleston, SC
- Attendance803
- OfficialsItalo Araujo, Matthew LaGanke, William Brunelle
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