East Tennessee State Dominates South Alabama 91-65
Friday, December 5, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Freedom Hall (TN)
East Tennessee State Buccaneers 91, South Alabama Jaguars 65, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won South Alabama Jaguars vs East Tennessee State Buccaneers?
East Tennessee State Buccaneers beat South Alabama Jaguars 91-65 at Freedom Hall (TN) on December 5, 2025.
Who was favored in South Alabama Jaguars vs East Tennessee State Buccaneers?
East Tennessee State Buccaneers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -298 (about 75% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive victory, the East Tennessee State Buccaneers defeated the South Alabama Jaguars 91-65 at Freedom Hall on December 6, 2025. This game showcased the Buccaneers' strong home performance, improving their record to 8-2 overall, while the Jaguars fell to 8-3. The match was notable for East Tennessee State's dominant second half, where they outscored South Alabama significantly.
East Tennessee State entered the game with a home record of 5-1 and had been performing well, despite a recent loss to the Dayton Flyers just days prior. In their last ten games, the Buccaneers had a record of 7-3, averaging 78.5 points scored and allowing 65.5 points. Their recent form showed a slight dip, as they were on a one-game losing streak, but they had managed to secure four wins in their last five outings, with an average of 80.6 points scored and 67.2 points allowed during that stretch.
Conversely, South Alabama came into the game with an away record of 4-1 and had been on a two-game winning streak, having won their last two games against New Mexico State and UTSA. Overall, the Jaguars boasted an 8-2 record, averaging 76.2 points scored and allowing 67.2 points in their last ten games. Their recent form was solid, with a record of 4-1 in their last five games, averaging 74.8 points scored and 68.0 points allowed.
The odds for the game were set by DraftKings, with East Tennessee State favored by 7.5 points, indicating a strong belief in their home advantage. The total for the game was set at 143.5, reflecting expectations for a moderately high-scoring affair.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant absences affecting either team, allowing both squads to field their best players for this matchup. The conditions at Freedom Hall were conducive to a competitive game, with both teams eager to secure a win.
Throughout the game, East Tennessee State's scoring was highlighted by several key plays in the second half. Jayden Cooper made a three-point jumper, followed by Gabe Sisk contributing with a jumper and a dunk. Maki Johnson also added to the scoring with a three-point jumper assisted by Sisk, showcasing the Buccaneers' offensive depth and teamwork.
South Alabama struggled to keep pace, with JJ Wheat attempting to rally his team with layups and free throws, but it was not enough to close the gap as East Tennessee State continued to extend their lead.
Overall, this fixture was worth noting not only for the final score but also for the performance of East Tennessee State, which demonstrated their capability to dominate at home and bounce back from a recent loss. The game served as a reminder of the competitive nature of NCAAB, where teams can quickly shift momentum and outcomes.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | ETSU -7.5 | 143.5 o -115 / u -105 | South Alabama Jaguars +240 · East Tennessee State Buccaneers -298 |
Leaders
- PointsMaki Johnson29East Tennessee State Buccaneers
- AssistsAllen Strothers7East Tennessee State Buccaneers
- ReboundsCam Morris III12East Tennessee State Buccaneers
- PointsJayden Cooper19South Alabama Jaguars
- AssistsChaze Harris7South Alabama Jaguars
- ReboundsRandy Brady6South Alabama Jaguars
Recent form
East Tennessee State Buccaneers
Last 10: 7-3Streak L178.5 scored · 65.5 allowed per game5-1 at home
- L71-88at Dayton FlyersDec 3
- W80-57vs Central Arkansas BearsNov 29
- W97-55vs UL Monroe WarhawksNov 23
- W77-62vs Morehead State EaglesNov 22
- W78-74at North Alabama LionsNov 15
- W75-63vs Northern Kentucky NorseNov 13
- L64-68at Presbyterian Blue HoseNov 8
- W102-50vs Converse ValkyriesNov 5
- L60-72vs Wofford TerriersMar 8
- W81-66at The Citadel BulldogsMar 1
South Alabama Jaguars
Last 10: 8-2Streak W276.2 scored · 67.2 allowed per game4-1 away
- W77-75vs New Mexico State AggiesDec 3
- W82-58at UTSA RoadrunnersNov 30
- L72-80at UAB BlazersNov 22
- W71-65at Jacksonville State GamecocksNov 20
- W72-62at Coppin State EaglesNov 15
- W66-64vs Central Michigan ChippewasNov 13
- W99-50vs Spring Hill BadgersNov 8
- W76-70vs Alcorn State BravesNov 7
- W76-74at Toledo RocketsNov 4
- L71-74vs Arkansas State Red WolvesMar 9
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Troy | 22-12 | - | 12-6 |
| South Alabama | 21-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Arkansas State | 20-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Texas State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Marshall | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Coastal Carolina | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| App State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| James Madison | 18-15 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Southern Miss | 19-16 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Georgia Southern | 21-16 | 4 | 8-10 |
| Old Dominion | 12-21 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Louisiana | 11-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Georgia State | 10-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| UL Monroe | 4-28 | 11 | 1-17 |
| 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 | South Alabama Jaguars | East Tennessee State Buccaneers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-54 | 35-73 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 10-23 | 14-39 |
| Three-point % | 43 | 36 |
| Free throws | 9-16 | 7-9 |
| Free throw % | 56 | 78 |
| Rebounds | 29 | 45 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 16 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 29 |
| Assists | 13 | 20 |
| Steals | 7 | 11 |
| Blocks | 5 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 0 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 40 |
| Fouls | 6 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 13 | 29 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 42 | 53 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half31-40Jordan McCullum made Dunk. Assisted by Cam Morris III.
- 2nd Half34-40Jayden Cooper made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half34-42Cam Morris III made Jumper.
- 2nd Half34-44Blake Barkley made Layup.
- 2nd Half36-44Stephen Williams made Dunk. Assisted by Chaze Harris.
- 2nd Half38-44Stephen Williams made Dunk. Assisted by Chaze Harris.
- 2nd Half38-47Brian Taylor II made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Brayden Crump.
- 2nd Half41-47Adam Olsen made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Chaze Harris.
- 2nd Half41-48Brayden Crump made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half41-49Brayden Crump made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half44-49Adam Olsen made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Chaze Harris.
- 2nd Half44-52Maki Johnson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Cam Morris III.
- 2nd Half47-52Adam Olsen made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Chaze Harris.
- 2nd Half47-55Maki Johnson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Allen Strothers.
- 2nd Half47-57Jordan McCullum made Dunk. Assisted by Jaylen Smith.
- 2nd Half48-57Chaze Harris made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-60Maki Johnson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Cam Morris III.
- 2nd Half48-62Cam Morris III made Layup.
- 2nd Half48-65Maki Johnson made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half48-68Maki Johnson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jaylen Smith.
- 2nd Half48-71Maki Johnson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jaylen Smith.
- 2nd Half48-73Maki Johnson made Layup. Assisted by Jaylen Smith.
- 2nd Half50-73Randy Brady made Layup.
- 2nd Half50-75Blake Barkley made Jumper.
- 2nd Half52-75Adam Olsen made Layup.
- 2nd Half52-76Blake Barkley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-77Blake Barkley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-77JJ Wheat made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-79Jordan McCullum made Layup.
- 2nd Half54-79Stephen Williams made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-82Milton Matthews III made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Allen Strothers.
- 2nd Half57-82Jayden Cooper made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by JJ Wheat.
- 2nd Half60-82Jayden Cooper made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half60-84Gabe Sisk made Jumper.
- 2nd Half60-87Maki Johnson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Gabe Sisk.
- 2nd Half60-89Gabe Sisk made Dunk.
- 2nd Half62-89JJ Wheat made Layup.
- 2nd Half63-89JJ Wheat made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-89JJ Wheat made Layup.
- 2nd Half65-91Milton Matthews III made Layup.
Win probability
Above the line favours East Tennessee State Buccaneers, below favours South Alabama Jaguars.
Venue
- Freedom Hall (TN)Johnson City, TN
- Attendance2473
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