UT Martin Skyhawks Defeat Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles 64-49
Thursday, February 26, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · Kathleen and Tom Elam Center
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Who won Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles vs UT Martin Skyhawks?
UT Martin Skyhawks beat Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles 64-49 at Kathleen and Tom Elam Center on February 26, 2026.
Who was favored in Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles vs UT Martin Skyhawks?
UT Martin Skyhawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -375 (about 79% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup at the Kathleen and Tom Elam Center, the UT Martin Skyhawks secured a 64-49 victory over the Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles. This win not only showcased the Skyhawks' ability to bounce back from recent struggles but also highlighted their strength at home as they improved their record to 22-9 overall.
Entering this game, UT Martin had a mixed recent form, with a record of 5-5 over their last ten games. They were on a two-game losing streak, having lost to Little Rock Trojans and Southeast Missouri State Redhawks in their previous outings. The Skyhawks averaged 66.9 points while allowing 61.9 points during this stretch, indicating a solid defensive effort despite their recent setbacks. At home, they held a record of 2-2 in their last four games, while their overall home record stood at 12-3 for the season.
On the other side, the Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles came into the game with a more favorable recent form, boasting a record of 6-4 in their last ten games and riding a three-game winning streak. They averaged 73.6 points scored per game, while allowing 70.1 points, suggesting a more offensive approach compared to their opponents. The Golden Eagles had a mixed away record of 2-3 in their last five games, which contributed to their overall record of 13-18.
Historically, this matchup has been competitive, with both teams holding a 2-2 record against each other in their last four meetings. In their most recent encounter earlier in the season, the Skyhawks had previously defeated the Golden Eagles 86-62 on December 20, 2025. This history added an extra layer of intrigue to the game, as both teams sought to assert dominance in the series.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details on player availability, but any absence of key players could have impacted both teams' performances. Nonetheless, the Skyhawks' home advantage was reflected in the betting lines, with DraftKings listing UT Martin as 7.5-point favorites, indicating confidence in their ability to secure a win at home. The total points line was set at 134.5, suggesting an expectation of a moderately low-scoring game.
The conditions for the game were typical for indoor basketball, with no adverse weather factors affecting play. Fans in attendance witnessed a competitive atmosphere as both teams battled for crucial points. The Skyhawks' defense was particularly effective, limiting the Golden Eagles to just 49 points, which was significantly below their scoring average.
Key moments in the game included several scoring plays that highlighted the Skyhawks' offensive capabilities. Afan Trnka's 25-foot three-pointer, assisted by AJ Hopkins, was a standout moment that pushed the Skyhawks' lead to 64-42 in the second half. The Golden Eagles struggled to find their rhythm, particularly in the second half, where they managed to score only 20 points after halftime.
In conclusion, the UT Martin Skyhawks' 64-49 victory over the Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles demonstrated their resilience and ability to perform under pressure, especially at home. With this win, the Skyhawks look to build momentum as they head into the closing stages of the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UTM -7.5 | 134.5 o -108 / u -112 | Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles +295 · UT Martin Skyhawks -375 |
Leaders
- PointsLamine Niang12UT Martin Skyhawks
- AssistsFilip Radakovic3UT Martin Skyhawks
- ReboundsAndrija Bukumirovic8UT Martin Skyhawks
- PointsDani Pounds12Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles
- AssistsTy Owens5Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles
- ReboundsDani Pounds8Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles
Recent form
UT Martin Skyhawks
Last 10: 5-5Streak L266.9 scored · 61.9 allowed per game2-2 at home
- L65-67at Little Rock TrojansFeb 20
- L53-56vs Southeast Missouri State RedhawksFeb 18
- W81-76at SIU Edwardsville CougarsFeb 14
- L74-75at Lindenwood LionsFeb 13
- L55-61vs Morehead State EaglesFeb 7
- W76-54vs Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesFeb 6
- W55-52vs Little Rock TrojansFeb 4
- W84-44at Western Illinois LeathernecksJan 31
- W76-68at Eastern Illinois PanthersJan 30
- L50-66at Southeast Missouri State RedhawksJan 21
Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles
Last 10: 6-4Streak W373.6 scored · 70.1 allowed per game2-3 away
- W72-57vs Lindenwood LionsFeb 21
- W62-52vs SIU Edwardsville CougarsFeb 20
- W82-74at Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesFeb 14
- L66-73at Morehead State EaglesFeb 13
- L54-60vs Eastern Illinois PanthersFeb 7
- W97-72vs Western Illinois LeathernecksFeb 6
- W90-85at Tennessee State TigersFeb 3
- W87-77vs Little Rock TrojansJan 31
- L58-62at SIU Edwardsville CougarsJan 24
- L68-89at Lindenwood LionsJan 23
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Tennessee State | 23-10 | - | 15-5 |
| Morehead State | 20-13 | - | 15-5 |
| Southeast Missouri State | 20-13 | 1 | 14-6 |
| UT Martin | 22-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| SIU Edwardsville | 19-13 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Lindenwood | 18-15 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Little Rock | 12-20 | 6 | 9-11 |
| Tennessee Tech | 13-18 | 6 | 8-12 |
| Eastern Illinois | 13-20 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Southern Indiana | 7-23 | 11 | 4-16 |
| Western Illinois | 5-26 | 14 | 1-19 |
Box score
| Stat | Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles | UT Martin Skyhawks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 11-44 | 24-59 |
| Field goal % | 25 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 5-23 | 6-24 |
| Three-point % | 22 | 25 |
| Free throws | 22-27 | 10-13 |
| Free throw % | 81 | 77 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 28 |
| Assists | 7 | 12 |
| Steals | 6 | 11 |
| Blocks | 2 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 2 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 2 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 12 | 36 |
| Fouls | 14 | 22 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 22 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 6 | 92 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half22-20Dani Pounds makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half22-23Vladimir Khryapa makes 25-foot three point jumper (Afan Trnka assists)
- 2nd Half24-23JaJuan Nicholls makes layup (Ty Owens assists)
- 2nd Half24-25Lamine Niang makes 4-foot dunk (Damien King assists)
- 2nd Half24-27Andrija Bukumirovic makes layup (Damien King assists)
- 2nd Half24-29Filip Radakovic makes 5-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half27-29Brandon Muntu makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ty Owens assists)
- 2nd Half27-31Filip Radakovic makes driving layup
- 2nd Half28-31Mekhi Cameron makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half29-31Mekhi Cameron makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half29-33Pedro Santos makes driving layup
- 2nd Half32-33Brandon Muntu makes 25-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half32-35Lamine Niang makes 7-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half32-37Afan Trnka makes driving layup
- 2nd Half34-37JaJuan Nicholls makes 8-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half34-40AJ Hopkins makes 25-foot three point jumper (Pedro Santos assists)
- 2nd Half34-41Andrija Bukumirovic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half34-43Pedro Santos makes layup (Vladimir Khryapa assists)
- 2nd Half35-43Ty Owens makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half35-44Afan Trnka makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half35-46Pedro Santos makes 7-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half36-46Dani Pounds makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half36-49Vladimir Khryapa makes 23-foot three point jumper (Filip Petkovski assists)
- 2nd Half36-51Filip Petkovski makes layup
- 2nd Half36-54Filip Petkovski makes 25-foot three point jumper (Andrija Bukumirovic assists)
- 2nd Half37-54JaJuan Nicholls makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half38-54JaJuan Nicholls makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half40-54Dani Pounds makes 5-foot turnaround jump shot (Ty Owens assists)
- 2nd Half41-54Dani Pounds makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half41-57Vladimir Khryapa makes 24-foot three point jumper (Filip Radakovic assists)
- 2nd Half42-57Dani Pounds makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half42-58Matas Deniusas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half42-59Matas Deniusas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half42-60Damien King makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half42-61Damien King makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half42-64Afan Trnka makes 25-foot three pointer (AJ Hopkins assists)
- 2nd Half43-64Malik Ferguson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-64Mekhi Turner makes 6-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half46-64Mekhi Turner makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half49-64Ja'Quavian Florence makes 24-foot three point jumper (Mekhi Turner assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours UT Martin Skyhawks, below favours Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles.
Venue
- Kathleen and Tom Elam CenterMartin, TN
- Attendance1297
- OfficialsCraig Murley, Grant Tyler, Alex Landis
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