South Alabama Edges UL Monroe in Double Overtime Thriller
Wednesday, December 17, 2025, 7:30 PM ET · Fant-Ewing Coliseum
South Alabama Jaguars 96, UL Monroe Warhawks 92, 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 South Alabama Jaguars vs UL Monroe Warhawks?
South Alabama Jaguars beat UL Monroe Warhawks 96-92 at Fant-Ewing Coliseum on December 17, 2025.
Who was favored in South Alabama Jaguars vs UL Monroe Warhawks?
South Alabama Jaguars were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -600 (about 86% implied). The favorite won.
In a thrilling matchup that went to double overtime, the South Alabama Jaguars narrowly defeated the UL Monroe Warhawks with a final score of 96-92. This game showcased the competitive spirit and resilience of both teams, particularly as they battled through an intense back-and-forth affair at Fant-Ewing Coliseum.
The Jaguars entered this game with a strong away record of 9-3, while the Warhawks struggled at 3-9 overall. South Alabama had been on a two-game losing streak, but their overall form in the last ten games was solid, boasting a record of 7-3. They averaged 73.7 points scored per game while allowing 67.3, indicating a balanced performance. In contrast, UL Monroe's recent form was less favorable, with a record of 3-7 in their last ten games, averaging 71.5 points scored but allowing a concerning 79.3 points per game. This disparity in defensive performance was a critical factor in the game.
At home, UL Monroe had a record of 3-2, while South Alabama performed well on the road with a 3-2 away record. The previous meetings between these two teams in the 2025 season had seen South Alabama come out on top twice, winning 62-58 and 77-66, which added to the stakes of this encounter.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any players missing from either team, suggesting that both squads were at full strength for this crucial game.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, favored South Alabama with a spread of 9.5 points and a moneyline of -600, while UL Monroe was listed at +440. The total points were set at 148.5, with odds of -115 for the over and -105 for the under. This indicated that the market expected a competitive game, although the odds suggested a clear favorite in South Alabama.
The conditions for the game were typical for a mid-December matchup, with both teams likely dealing with the usual elements of indoor basketball. Fans were treated to a high-scoring affair, particularly in the overtime periods, where both teams displayed their offensive capabilities.
As the game progressed, it became evident that both teams were prepared for a close contest. In the final moments of regulation, the teams were tied, forcing the game into overtime. The scoring plays in the second overtime were pivotal, with Krystian Lewis hitting a crucial three-pointer to give South Alabama an edge. Hantz Louis-Jeune responded for UL Monroe with a layup, keeping the game tight. However, free throws by Lavell Brodnex and Jayden Cooper ultimately sealed the victory for South Alabama.
This match not only highlighted the skills of individual players but also the strategic depth of both coaching staffs. Fans and analysts alike will be eager to see how each team responds in their upcoming fixtures, particularly UL Monroe, as they look to improve their record and shake off the disappointment of this narrow defeat.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | USA -9.5 | 148.5 o -115 / u -105 | South Alabama Jaguars -600 · UL Monroe Warhawks +440 |
Leaders
- PointsKrystian Lewis29UL Monroe Warhawks
- AssistsMJ Russell7UL Monroe Warhawks
- ReboundsLavell Brodnex12UL Monroe Warhawks
- PointsChaze Harris38South Alabama Jaguars
- AssistsChaze Harris8South Alabama Jaguars
- ReboundsRandy Brady12South Alabama Jaguars
Recent form
UL Monroe Warhawks
Last 10: 3-7Streak L171.5 scored · 79.3 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L79-104at Miami HurricanesDec 13
- W79-69vs Arkansas Baptist BuffaloesDec 9
- L76-96at Stephen F. Austin LumberjacksDec 7
- W66-52vs Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsDec 4
- L55-97at East Tennessee State BuccaneersNov 23
- L80-83vs Morehead State EaglesNov 23
- L66-79vs Lamar CardinalsNov 18
- L61-72at Houston Christian HuskiesNov 14
- W88-55vs Rust BearcatsNov 11
- L65-86at Ole Miss RebelsNov 8
South Alabama Jaguars
Last 10: 7-3Streak L273.7 scored · 67.3 allowed per game3-2 away
- L57-58vs North Texas Mean GreenDec 14
- L65-91at East Tennessee State BuccaneersDec 6
- 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
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 |
Box score
| Stat | South Alabama Jaguars | UL Monroe Warhawks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 36-68 | 28-64 |
| Field goal % | 53 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 9-30 | 19-45 |
| Three-point % | 30 | 42 |
| Free throws | 15-19 | 17-21 |
| Free throw % | 79 | 81 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 28 |
| Assists | 13 | 22 |
| Steals | 15 | 11 |
| Blocks | 2 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 17 | 24 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 25 | 23 |
| Fast-break points | 13 | 4 |
| Points in the paint | 46 | 16 |
| Fouls | 15 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 20 |
| Lead changes | 13 | 13 |
| Time in front | 24 | 72 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half57-64Adam Olsen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-66MJ Russell makes layup (Renars Sondors assists)
- 2nd Half57-68Alex Molofeev makes 12-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half57-70Lavell Brodnex makes 1-foot dunk (Alex Molofeev assists)
- 2nd Half57-71Lavell Brodnex makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-71Jayden Cooper makes 24-foot three point jumper (Chaze Harris assists)
- 2nd Half61-71Chaze Harris makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-71Chaze Harris makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-71Chaze Harris makes layup
- 2nd Half67-71Jayden Cooper makes 23-foot three point jumper (Randy Brady assists)
- 2nd Half69-71Chaze Harris makes layup
- 2nd Half71-71Chaze Harris makes layup
- OT73-71Hantz Louis-Jeune makes layup (Chaze Harris assists)
- OT73-74Krystian Lewis makes 26-foot three point jumper (Lavell Brodnex assists)
- OT75-74Chaze Harris makes layup
- OT75-77MJ Russell makes 28-foot three point jumper (Alex Molofeev assists)
- OT78-77Adam Olsen makes 24-foot three point jumper
- OT78-78Dylan Diaz makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT78-79Dylan Diaz makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT80-79Adam Olsen makes driving layup
- OT81-79Chaze Harris makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT82-79Chaze Harris makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT82-82Krystian Lewis makes 26-foot three point jumper (Lavell Brodnex assists)
- OT83-82Chaze Harris makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT84-82Chaze Harris makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT84-83Krystian Lewis makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT84-84Krystian Lewis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2OT86-84Chaze Harris makes driving layup
- 2OT88-84Hantz Louis-Jeune makes layup (Chaze Harris assists)
- 2OT88-85Dylan Diaz makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2OT88-86Lavell Brodnex makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2OT88-87Lavell Brodnex makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2OT88-90Krystian Lewis makes 26-foot three point jumper (MJ Russell assists)
- 2OT90-90Hantz Louis-Jeune makes layup
- 2OT91-90Hantz Louis-Jeune makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2OT91-91Lavell Brodnex makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2OT91-92Lavell Brodnex makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2OT94-92Adam Olsen makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jayden Cooper assists)
- 2OT95-92Jayden Cooper makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2OT96-92Jayden Cooper makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours UL Monroe Warhawks, below favours South Alabama Jaguars.
Venue
- Fant-Ewing ColiseumMonroe, LA
- Attendance1215
- OfficialsChad Barlow, Kyle Stewart, Tim Fitzgerald
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