Presbyterian Dominates The Citadel in NCAAB Clash
Sunday, November 30, 2025, 4:00 PM ET · Harrah's Cherokee Center
Presbyterian Blue Hose 69, The Citadel Bulldogs 41, 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 Presbyterian Blue Hose vs The Citadel Bulldogs?
Presbyterian Blue Hose beat The Citadel Bulldogs 69-41 at Harrah's Cherokee Center on November 30, 2025.
Who was favored in Presbyterian Blue Hose vs The Citadel Bulldogs?
Presbyterian Blue Hose were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -410 (about 80% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Presbyterian Blue Hose triumphed over the Citadel Bulldogs with a final score of 69-41 at the Harrah's Cherokee Center. This game showcased a stark contrast in the teams' recent performances, highlighting Presbyterian's upward momentum against The Citadel's struggles.
Entering the game, the Bulldogs had a home record of 2-6 and were on a two-game losing streak, having lost their last match against the Houston Christian Huskies 72-65. In their last ten games, The Citadel managed only two wins, with an average of 69.3 points scored per game while allowing 77.1 points. Their recent form was concerning, particularly with their last five games resulting in a record of 1-4 and an average of 74.2 points scored against an average of 79.0 points allowed.
In contrast, the Blue Hose boasted a more balanced away record of 5-5 and were looking to build on a recent victory over Columbia International Rams, where they won 93-50. Presbyterian's performance in their last ten games showed a record of 4-6, with an average of 67.9 points scored and 69.9 points allowed. They entered the game with a one-game winning streak, having secured a win in their previous outing.
The odds from DraftKings indicated Presbyterian as the favorite, with a spread of 8.5 points and a moneyline of -410, while The Citadel was priced at +320. The total points line was set at 133.5, reflecting expectations for a moderately low-scoring game given both teams' recent scoring averages.
The game conditions were typical for a late November evening, with both teams eager to establish dominance early on. Presbyterian's strategy was evident as they took control of the game, outscoring The Citadel significantly. The Bulldogs struggled to find their rhythm, managing only 41 points throughout the contest.
Key scoring plays for Presbyterian included a layup by Jonah Pierce, which pushed their lead to 63-34 in the second half, and a series of free throws by Carl Parrish that further extended their advantage. The Blue Hose's offensive execution was efficient, with Braxton Williams contributing a three-point jumper that showcased their shooting prowess.
The Citadel's inability to keep pace was evident, as they fell behind early and could not recover. Their scoring was sporadic, with only one player reaching double digits. The game highlighted the challenges faced by The Citadel, particularly in their defensive strategy, which allowed Presbyterian to capitalize on scoring opportunities.
Overall, the game was a clear demonstration of Presbyterian's capability to dominate against a struggling opponent, reinforcing their position in the league while raising questions about The Citadel's ability to turn their season around.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | PRES -8.5 | 133.5 o -110 / u -110 | Presbyterian Blue Hose -410 · The Citadel Bulldogs +320 |
Leaders
- PointsBraxton Williams13The Citadel Bulldogs
- AssistsBraxton Williams1The Citadel Bulldogs
- ReboundsBraxton Williams5The Citadel Bulldogs
- PointsCarl Parrish21Presbyterian Blue Hose
- AssistsTriston Wilson7Presbyterian Blue Hose
- ReboundsTriston Wilson8Presbyterian Blue Hose
Recent form
The Citadel Bulldogs
Last 10: 2-8Streak L269.3 scored · 77.1 allowed per game2-4 at home
- L65-72vs Houston Christian HuskiesNov 27
- L58-70vs Bellarmine KnightsNov 25
- W70-57vs North Greenville TrailblazersNov 20
- L92-100at West Georgia WolvesNov 15
- L86-96vs Charleston Southern BuccaneersNov 11
- L47-76at Boston College EaglesNov 7
- W105-61vs Erskine Flying FleetNov 4
- L62-73at VMI KeydetsMar 8
- L66-81vs East Tennessee State BuccaneersMar 1
- L42-85at Furman PaladinsFeb 27
Presbyterian Blue Hose
Last 10: 4-6Streak W167.9 scored · 69.9 allowed per game1-5 away
- W93-50vs Columbia International RamsNov 26
- L46-86at UCLA BruinsNov 22
- L57-67at California Golden BearsNov 19
- L62-64at Sacramento State HornetsNov 16
- L61-81at South Carolina GamecocksNov 13
- W63-61at Georgia State PanthersNov 11
- W68-64vs East Tennessee State BuccaneersNov 8
- W105-76vs Bluefield Ramblin' RamsNov 5
- L55-76vs Navy MidshipmenNov 4
- L69-74at Radford HighlandersMar 7
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 |
| East Tennessee State | 23-11 | - | 13-5 |
| Mercer | 19-13 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Wofford | 19-13 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Samford | 18-14 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Furman | 22-13 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Western Carolina | 15-16 | 3 | 10-8 |
| UNC Greensboro | 15-19 | 4 | 9-9 |
| Chattanooga | 13-19 | 6 | 7-11 |
| The Citadel | 11-22 | 6 | 7-11 |
| VMI | 6-26 | 12 | 1-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Presbyterian Blue Hose | The Citadel Bulldogs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-50 | 14-46 |
| Field goal % | 54 | 30 |
| Three-pointers | 10-22 | 7-22 |
| Three-point % | 45 | 32 |
| Free throws | 5-9 | 6-13 |
| Free throw % | 56 | 46 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 24 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 15 |
| Assists | 13 | 7 |
| Steals | 5 | 5 |
| Blocks | 5 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 18 | 1 |
| Fast-break points | 5 | 2 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 12 |
| Fouls | 13 | 9 |
| Largest lead | 32 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half23-6Braxton Williams made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Keynan Davis.
- 1st Half26-6Carl Parrish made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Josh Pickett.
- 1st Half28-6Iverson King made Layup.
- 1st Half28-8Braxton Williams made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 1st Half30-8Jonah Pierce made Layup. Assisted by Jaylen Peterson.
- 1st Half30-10Logan Applegate made Jumper.
- 1st Half32-10Jonah Pierce made Layup.
- 1st Half32-12Braxton Williams made Jumper.
- 1st Half33-12Jaylen Peterson made Free Throw.
- 1st Half33-15Logan Applegate made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Chase Williams.
- 1st Half33-17Christian Moore made Jumper.
- 2nd Half36-17Josh Pickett made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Triston Wilson.
- 2nd Half37-17Jonah Pierce made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half37-19Simeon German made Layup.
- 2nd Half39-19Jonah Pierce made Layup.
- 2nd Half39-21Christian Moore made Jumper.
- 2nd Half41-21Jonah Pierce made Dunk.
- 2nd Half41-24Eze Wali made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Carter Kingsbury.
- 2nd Half43-24Jaylen Peterson made Jumper.
- 2nd Half43-27Christian Moore made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Braxton Williams.
- 2nd Half46-27Josh Pickett made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Carl Parrish.
- 2nd Half49-27Josh Pickett made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Triston Wilson.
- 2nd Half49-28Marcos Gonzales made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half49-29Marcos Gonzales made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-29Carl Parrish made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half55-29Carl Parrish made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jaylen Peterson.
- 2nd Half57-29Iverson King made Dunk.
- 2nd Half57-32Braxton Williams made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Christian Moore.
- 2nd Half59-32Iverson King made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half59-33Cassius Bonjasky made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-34Cassius Bonjasky made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-34Carl Parrish made Jumper.
- 2nd Half63-34Jonah Pierce made Layup. Assisted by Carl Parrish.
- 2nd Half64-34Carl Parrish made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-34Carl Parrish made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-37Braxton Williams made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Gabe Hernandez.
- 2nd Half67-37Chidi Chiakwelu made Layup.
- 2nd Half69-37JD Bowden made Jumper.
- 2nd Half69-40Dante Kearse made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Eze Wali.
- 2nd Half69-41Eze Wali made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours The Citadel Bulldogs, below favours Presbyterian Blue Hose.
Venue
- Harrah's Cherokee CenterAsheville, NC
- Attendance243
- OfficialsKeith Fogleman, Kurt Tackett, Galen Durant
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