NCAAB · Final

Utah Utes Edge Sam Houston Bearkats in Close Contest

Saturday, November 15, 2025, 9:00 PM ET · Jon M. Huntsman Center

Utah Utes 85, Sam Houston Bearkats 79, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Sam Houston Bearkats vs Utah Utes?

Utah Utes beat Sam Houston Bearkats 85-79 at Jon M. Huntsman Center on November 15, 2025.

In a thrilling matchup at the Jon M. Huntsman Center, the Utah Utes secured a narrow victory over the Sam Houston Bearkats, finishing the game with a score of 85-79. This win extends Utah's home record to 5-0 this season, showcasing their strength on their home court.

The Utes have been in solid form lately, boasting a three-game winning streak. In their last ten games, they have a record of 5-5, with an average of 78.9 points scored per game and 77.7 points allowed. Their recent performances include victories against Holy Cross Crusaders (87-69), Weber State Wildcats (92-89), and San José State Spartans (84-75). Notably, Utah's last five games indicate a slight uptick in scoring, averaging 81.8 points while allowing 81.0.

On the other hand, the Bearkats have struggled on the road, with an away record of 1-3 this season. Their overall record stands at 1-2, and they have lost their last game against Texas Tech Red Raiders (77-98). In their last ten games, Sam Houston has a record of 6-4, scoring an average of 76.0 points while allowing 75.5 points. Their recent performances include a win against LeTourneau Yellow Jackets (95-59) and a loss to UTEP Miners (65-79).

In terms of previous meetings, this matchup was particularly significant as it marked a rare encounter between the two teams. The Utes were expected to leverage their home advantage, and they did just that, maintaining control throughout most of the game.

Injury reports indicated that both teams were relatively healthy, which allowed them to field their strongest lineups. This factor contributed to the competitive nature of the game, as both sides were able to execute their game plans effectively.

From a betting perspective, the odds provided by the market indicated a strong probability for a Utah win, with a final home win probability of 1.0. This reflects the confidence in Utah's ability to perform at home, especially given their undefeated record at the venue this season.

The game conditions were favorable, with no significant weather or venue issues reported, allowing for a clean and competitive atmosphere. Fans in attendance witnessed a high-paced game filled with scoring opportunities, particularly from the free-throw line, where Terrence Brown was instrumental for Utah, contributing multiple crucial free throws in the closing moments of the game.

As the game progressed, viewers were treated to a display of skill and determination from both teams. The Utes' ability to capitalize on free-throw opportunities in the final minutes proved decisive, as they managed to maintain their lead despite a late surge from the Bearkats. The scoring plays in the second half highlighted the tension of the contest, with critical free throws and layups determining the outcome.

Overall, this matchup showcased the competitive spirit of college basketball, with the Utes emerging victorious in a closely contested game, further solidifying their strong start to the season.

Leaders

PointsTerrence Brown26Utah Utes
AssistsTerrence Brown3Utah Utes
ReboundsKeanu Dawes15Utah Utes
PointsJacobe Coleman17Sam Houston Bearkats
AssistsJacobe Coleman2Sam Houston Bearkats
ReboundsJustin Begg5Sam Houston Bearkats

Recent form

Utah Utes

Last 10: 5-5Streak W378.9 scored · 77.7 allowed per game5-2 at home

W87-69vs Holy Cross CrusadersNov 11
W92-89vs Weber State WildcatsNov 9
W84-75vs San José State SpartansNov 4
L72-87vs UCF KnightsMar 12
L74-85at BYU CougarsMar 9
L69-71vs West Virginia MountaineersMar 5
W99-73vs Arizona State Sun DevilsMar 2
L66-83at Arizona WildcatsFeb 27
L72-76at UCF KnightsFeb 23
W74-69vs Kansas State WildcatsFeb 18

Sam Houston Bearkats

Last 10: 6-4Streak L176 scored · 75.5 allowed per game1-3 away

L77-98at Texas Tech Red RaidersNov 8
W95-59vs LeTourneau Yellow JacketsNov 4
L65-79at UTEP MinersMar 11
W76-69vs New Mexico State AggiesMar 8
W89-87vs UTEP MinersMar 7
L66-90vs Louisiana Tech BulldogsMar 1
L70-74at Middle Tennessee Blue RaidersFeb 22
W78-62at Western Kentucky HilltoppersFeb 21
W78-76vs Kennesaw State OwlsFeb 15
W66-61vs Jacksonville State GamecocksFeb 14

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Liberty	26-8	-	17-3
Sam Houston	22-12	4	13-7
Louisiana Tech	20-14	6	11-9
Western Kentucky	18-14	6	11-9
Middle Tennessee	17-15	6	11-9
Kennesaw State	21-14	7	10-10
Jacksonville State	15-17	7	10-10
New Mexico State	16-16	9	8-12
Missouri State	16-18	9	8-12
Florida International	15-17	9	8-12
UTEP	11-20	8	7-13
Delaware	10-21	11	6-14
Arizona	36-3	-	16-2
Houston	30-7	2	14-4
Iowa State	29-8	4	12-6
Kansas	24-11	4	12-6
Texas Tech	23-11	4	12-6
TCU	23-12	5	11-7
BYU	23-12	7	9-9
UCF	21-12	7	9-9
West Virginia	21-14	7	9-9
Cincinnati	18-15	7	9-9
Colorado	17-16	9	7-11
Arizona State	17-16	9	7-11
Oklahoma State	20-15	10	6-12
Baylor	17-17	10	6-12
Kansas State	12-20	13	3-15
Utah	10-22	14	2-16

Box score

Stat	Sam Houston Bearkats	Utah Utes
Field goals	30-70	26-60
Field goal %	43	43
Three-pointers	8-23	9-27
Three-point %	35	33
Free throws	11-13	24-30
Free throw %	85	80
Rebounds	33	46
Offensive rebounds	12	16
Defensive rebounds	21	30
Assists	10	14
Steals	9	6
Blocks	8	3
Turnovers	10	15
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	2	0
Technical fouls, total	2	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	18	17
Fast-break points	23	16
Points in the paint	36	32
Fouls	20	14
Largest lead	2	20

How the scoring went

2nd Half42-60Jacob Patrick made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Obomate Abbey.
2nd Half45-60Isaiah Manning made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jacobe Coleman.
2nd Half45-63Obomate Abbey made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Don McHenry.
2nd Half47-63Isaiah Manning made Jumper.
2nd Half49-63Isaiah Manning made Layup. Assisted by Jacobe Coleman.
2nd Half50-63Isaiah Manning made Free Throw.
2nd Half50-64James Okonkwo made Free Throw.
2nd Half52-64Jaxson Ford made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half52-66Terrence Brown made Layup.
2nd Half55-66Po'Boigh King made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jaxson Ford.
2nd Half55-67Kendyl Sanders made Free Throw.
2nd Half57-67Jacobe Coleman made Jumper.
2nd Half57-69Terrence Brown made Layup. Assisted by Seydou Traore.
2nd Half57-70Terrence Brown made Free Throw.
2nd Half57-72Obomate Abbey made Layup.
2nd Half59-72Veljko Ilic made Layup. Assisted by Kashie Natt.
2nd Half61-72Kashie Natt made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half61-73Don McHenry made Free Throw.
2nd Half61-74Don McHenry made Free Throw.
2nd Half61-75Keanu Dawes made Free Throw.
2nd Half61-76Keanu Dawes made Free Throw.
2nd Half62-76Justin Begg made Free Throw.
2nd Half65-76Isaiah Manning made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half65-77Don McHenry made Free Throw.
2nd Half68-77Damon Nicholas Jr. made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half68-78Terrence Brown made Free Throw.
2nd Half68-79Terrence Brown made Free Throw.
2nd Half70-79Justin Begg made Jumper.
2nd Half71-79Isaiah Manning made Free Throw.
2nd Half72-79Isaiah Manning made Free Throw.
2nd Half75-79Jacobe Coleman made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Damon Nicholas Jr..
2nd Half76-79Kashie Natt made Free Throw.
2nd Half77-79Kashie Natt made Free Throw.
2nd Half77-80Terrence Brown made Free Throw.
2nd Half77-81Terrence Brown made Free Throw.
2nd Half77-82Terrence Brown made Free Throw.
2nd Half77-83Terrence Brown made Free Throw.
2nd Half79-83Justin Begg made Layup.
2nd Half79-84Terrence Brown made Free Throw.
2nd Half79-85Terrence Brown made Free Throw.