South Florida Bulls Defeat Kennesaw State Owls 108-89
Sunday, November 16, 2025, 2:00 PM ET · VyStar Arena
South Florida Bulls 108, Kennesaw State Owls 89, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won South Florida Bulls vs Kennesaw State Owls?
South Florida Bulls beat Kennesaw State Owls 108-89 at VyStar Arena on November 16, 2025.
In an impressive display of offensive prowess, the South Florida Bulls triumphed over the Kennesaw State Owls with a final score of 108-89. This matchup, held at VyStar Arena, showcased the Bulls' ability to dominate on the road, improving their away record to 2-5 while the Owls fell to 4-2 at home.
Both teams entered the game with identical overall records of 3-1, but their recent forms painted a different picture. The Owls were riding a three-game winning streak, having scored an average of 81.9 points while allowing 67.8 over their last ten games, with a record of 7-3. Their recent victories included a commanding 111-60 win against the Point Skyhawks and a 92-72 win over the Florida A&M Rattlers. In contrast, the Bulls had struggled with a record of 3-7 in their last ten games, although they managed to snap a losing streak with a 100-50 victory against the Coppin State Eagles in their previous outing. The Bulls averaged 78.0 points scored and 73.7 points allowed during that stretch.
The scoring averages in the last five games further highlighted the disparity, with the Owls averaging 93.4 points scored and 63.8 points allowed, while the Bulls averaged 86.6 points scored and 74.6 points allowed. This game was crucial for both teams to establish momentum early in the season.
Historically, the Bulls and Owls have faced each other multiple times, but this matchup was particularly significant as both teams sought to assert their dominance in the early season. The Bulls' previous success against Kennesaw State added an extra layer of intrigue to this contest.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing for either side, which meant both teams were at full strength for this high-stakes game. The absence of injuries likely contributed to the high-energy performance displayed by both squads.
The betting market had the game closely contested, but the Bulls were favored, reflecting their recent win and overall record. The odds attributed to the provider were not specified, but the expectation was that the game would be competitive given both teams' records.
Conditions at VyStar Arena were likely favorable for a high-scoring affair, with both teams demonstrating their offensive capabilities throughout the game. The Owls' home crowd was expected to provide a significant boost, yet it was the Bulls who controlled the tempo and rhythm of the game.
As the game progressed, the Bulls maintained their lead, executing crucial scoring plays that included free throws from Joseph Pinion and Simeon Cottle, as well as layups from CJ Brown and Trey Simpson. The Bulls' ability to capitalize on their scoring opportunities was evident as they built a significant lead, ultimately sealing the game with a final free throw from Josh Omojafo.
Overall, this matchup highlighted the offensive strength of the South Florida Bulls and their ability to perform under pressure, while the Kennesaw State Owls will need to regroup and address their defensive lapses moving forward.
Leaders
- PointsSimeon Cottle25Kennesaw State Owls
- AssistsRJ Johnson6Kennesaw State Owls
- ReboundsTrey Simpson8Kennesaw State Owls
- PointsJoseph Pinion24South Florida Bulls
- AssistsCJ Brown4South Florida Bulls
- ReboundsIzaiyah Nelson11South Florida Bulls
Recent form
Kennesaw State Owls
Last 10: 7-3Streak W381.9 scored · 67.8 allowed per game4-1 at home
- W111-60vs Point SkyhawksNov 13
- W92-72at Florida A&M RattlersNov 8
- W105-29vs Paine LionsNov 4
- L79-81at Liberty FlamesMar 14
- W80-77vs New Mexico State AggiesMar 13
- W74-70at Jacksonville State GamecocksMar 8
- W85-80at Liberty FlamesMar 2
- L61-76at Florida International PanthersFeb 28
- L49-60vs New Mexico State AggiesFeb 22
- W83-73vs UTEP MinersFeb 21
South Florida Bulls
Last 10: 3-7Streak W178 scored · 73.7 allowed per game1-5 away
- W100-50vs Coppin State EaglesNov 13
- L95-99at George Washington RevolutionariesNov 8
- W102-67vs Florida A&M RattlersNov 4
- L68-73at Wichita State ShockersMar 13
- L68-84at Memphis TigersMar 8
- L63-69vs Florida Atlantic OwlsMar 2
- L71-73at Temple OwlsFeb 27
- L57-64vs North Texas Mean GreenFeb 23
- W78-73at UTSA RoadrunnersFeb 20
- L78-85at UAB BlazersFeb 16
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Florida | 25-9 | - | 15-3 |
| Tulsa | 30-8 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Wichita State | 24-12 | 2 | 13-5 |
| UAB | 20-12 | 4 | 11-7 |
| North Texas | 19-14 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Florida Atlantic | 18-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Charlotte | 17-17 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Tulane | 18-15 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Temple | 16-16 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Memphis | 13-19 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Rice | 13-18 | 8 | 7-11 |
| East Carolina | 11-20 | 9 | 6-12 |
| UTSA | 5-25 | 14 | 1-17 |
| 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 |
Box score
| Stat | South Florida Bulls | Kennesaw State Owls |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 31-62 | 28-71 |
| Field goal % | 50 | 39 |
| Three-pointers | 8-20 | 8-33 |
| Three-point % | 40 | 24 |
| Free throws | 38-46 | 25-39 |
| Free throw % | 83 | 64 |
| Rebounds | 41 | 45 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 23 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 22 |
| Assists | 15 | 15 |
| Steals | 8 | 7 |
| Blocks | 6 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 14 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 17 | 6 |
| Fast-break points | 18 | 17 |
| Points in the paint | 44 | 40 |
| Fouls | 25 | 28 |
| Largest lead | 19 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half73-68Simeon Cottle made Layup. Assisted by RJ Johnson.
- 2nd Half76-68Josh Omojafo made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half76-70Perry Smith Jr. made Dunk. Assisted by RJ Johnson.
- 2nd Half79-70Wes Enis made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by CJ Brown.
- 2nd Half79-71Trey Simpson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half79-72Trey Simpson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half81-72Izaiyah Nelson made Dunk. Assisted by CJ Brown.
- 2nd Half82-72Josh Omojafo made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half83-72Josh Omojafo made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half83-74Braedan Lue made Layup.
- 2nd Half84-74CJ Brown made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half86-74Josh Omojafo made Dunk.
- 2nd Half86-76Braedan Lue made Dunk. Assisted by Simeon Cottle.
- 2nd Half88-76Daimion Collins made Dunk.
- 2nd Half88-77Simeon Cottle made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half91-77Wes Enis made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Daimion Collins.
- 2nd Half92-77Izaiyah Nelson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half93-77Izaiyah Nelson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half93-78Frankquon Sherman made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half93-79Frankquon Sherman made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half95-79Josh Omojafo made Layup. Assisted by Wes Enis.
- 2nd Half95-80Simeon Cottle made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half95-81Simeon Cottle made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half96-81CJ Brown made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half96-82Trey Simpson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half96-83Trey Simpson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half97-83Joseph Pinion made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half98-83Joseph Pinion made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half99-83Daimion Collins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half100-83Daimion Collins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half100-85RJ Johnson made Layup.
- 2nd Half101-85Joseph Pinion made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half102-85Joseph Pinion made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half102-86Simeon Cottle made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half102-87Simeon Cottle made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half104-87CJ Brown made Layup.
- 2nd Half104-89Trey Simpson made Layup.
- 2nd Half106-89Daimion Collins made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half107-89Josh Omojafo made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half108-89Josh Omojafo made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Kennesaw State Owls, below favours South Florida Bulls.
Venue
- VyStar ArenaKennesaw, GA
- Attendance2167
- OfficialsChuck Jones, Wil Howard, Olandis Poole
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