Tennessee Tech Dominates West Georgia in 87-59 Victory
Saturday, December 6, 2025, 2:00 PM ET · The Coliseum
Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles 87, West Georgia Wolves 59, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles vs West Georgia Wolves?
Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles beat West Georgia Wolves 87-59 at The Coliseum on December 6, 2025.
Who was favored in Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles vs West Georgia Wolves?
West Georgia Wolves were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -142 (about 59% implied). The underdog won.
In a decisive matchup, the Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles secured a commanding 87-59 victory over the West Georgia Wolves at The Coliseum. This game highlighted Tennessee Tech's ability to bounce back after a series of tough losses, showcasing their offensive prowess and defensive resilience.
Tennessee Tech entered this contest with a record of 4-6, struggling in recent games with a streak of three consecutive losses prior to this win. Their last ten games yielded a record of 3-7, with an average of 76.8 points scored and 79.9 points allowed. In contrast, the West Georgia Wolves had a record of 5-4 and were riding a one-game winning streak, having won four of their last five games. They averaged 75.7 points scored and allowed 78.0 points during their last ten outings.
Tennessee Tech's performance at home has been notably stronger than their away games, with a home record of 2-2 compared to a poor 1-5 record on the road. West Georgia, meanwhile, has been more effective at home with a record of 4-1, but they struggled in away games, recording only two wins out of five attempts.
The two teams had faced each other earlier in the season, with West Georgia narrowly winning 61-59 in that previous encounter. However, the rematch saw Tennessee Tech dominate the scoreboard, reversing the outcome decisively. Historically, Tennessee Tech leads the head-to-head record 2-1 against West Georgia over the last two seasons, indicating a competitive rivalry.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details about player availability, but both teams were looking to field their best lineups to secure a much-needed win. The market had Tennessee Tech favored by a spread of -1.5, with a total set at 150.5 points, according to DraftKings.
The game conditions were favorable for both teams, and the atmosphere in The Coliseum was charged as fans anticipated a closely contested match. However, Tennessee Tech's offensive execution proved too much for West Georgia, who struggled to keep pace.
Key moments in the game included a series of scoring plays that highlighted Tennessee Tech's offensive depth. Notably, Josh Smith contributed significantly with multiple layups and free throws, showcasing his ability to penetrate the defense effectively. Matija Žužić also made crucial contributions from the free-throw line, further extending Tennessee Tech's lead in the second half.
As the game progressed, the Golden Eagles maintained their momentum, with JaJuan Nicholls delivering a powerful dunk that electrified the crowd. The Wolves attempted to respond but found themselves unable to mount a comeback against a relentless Tennessee Tech defense.
Ultimately, the match concluded with Tennessee Tech firmly in control, marking a crucial win that could serve as a turning point for their season. The victory not only improved their record but also provided a much-needed boost in confidence as they look to build on this success in upcoming games.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | WGA -1.5 | 150.5 o -110 / u -110 | Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles +120 · West Georgia Wolves -142 |
Leaders
- PointsJosh Smith17West Georgia Wolves
- AssistsMalcolm Noel5West Georgia Wolves
- ReboundsKenneth Chime8West Georgia Wolves
- PointsDani Pounds21Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles
- AssistsJa'Quavian Florence5Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles
- ReboundsDani Pounds7Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles
Recent form
West Georgia Wolves
Last 10: 6-4Streak W175.7 scored · 78 allowed per game4-1 at home
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Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles
Last 10: 3-7Streak L376.8 scored · 79.9 allowed per game1-5 away
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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 |
| Utah Valley | 25-9 | - | 14-4 |
| California Baptist | 25-9 | 1 | 13-5 |
| Utah Tech | 19-15 | 2 | 11-7 |
| UT Arlington | 18-14 | 5 | 9-9 |
| Southern Utah | 10-22 | 7 | 6-12 |
| Tarleton State | 14-18 | 9 | 5-13 |
| Abilene Christian | 14-19 | 9 | 5-13 |
Box score
| Stat | Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles | West Georgia Wolves |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 33-57 | 20-56 |
| Field goal % | 58 | 36 |
| Three-pointers | 8-15 | 6-21 |
| Three-point % | 53 | 29 |
| Free throws | 13-16 | 13-19 |
| Free throw % | 81 | 68 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 28 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 29 | 19 |
| Assists | 18 | 15 |
| Steals | 9 | 6 |
| Blocks | 3 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 14 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 23 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 20 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 48 | 20 |
| Fouls | 19 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 33 | 4 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 86 | 10 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half46-36Mekhi Cameron made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-38Kolten Griffin made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half48-38Ja'Quavian Florence made Layup.
- 2nd Half48-40Shelton Williams-Dryden made Jumper. Assisted by Josh Smith.
- 2nd Half48-41Chas Lewless made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half48-42Chas Lewless made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-42Dani Pounds made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ty Owens.
- 2nd Half52-42Ja'Quavian Florence made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-42Ja'Quavian Florence made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-42Ja'Quavian Florence made Layup.
- 2nd Half57-42Dani Pounds made Layup. Assisted by Ja'Quavian Florence.
- 2nd Half58-42Dani Pounds made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-42Ja'Quavian Florence made Layup. Assisted by Dani Pounds.
- 2nd Half62-42Ja'Quavian Florence made Layup.
- 2nd Half62-43Kolten Griffin made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-44Kolten Griffin made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-44Dani Pounds made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-44Dani Pounds made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-44Mekhi Cameron made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-44Mekhi Cameron made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half66-46Shelton Williams-Dryden made Layup. Assisted by Kolten Griffin.
- 2nd Half68-46Mekhi Cameron made Jumper.
- 2nd Half70-46Mekhi Cameron made Layup. Assisted by Ja'Quavian Florence.
- 2nd Half72-46Dani Pounds made Dunk. Assisted by Malik Ferguson.
- 2nd Half73-46Dani Pounds made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-48Kenneth Chime made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half73-49Kenneth Chime made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-49Mekhi Cameron made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jah'Kim Payne.
- 2nd Half78-49Jah'Kim Payne made Layup. Assisted by Dani Pounds.
- 2nd Half78-50Xavier Shegog made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half81-50Brandon Muntu made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Mekhi Cameron.
- 2nd Half83-50Brandon Muntu made Layup. Assisted by Ja'Quavian Florence.
- 2nd Half83-52Josh Smith made Layup. Assisted by Matija Žužić.
- 2nd Half85-52JaJuan Nicholls made Dunk. Assisted by Malik Ferguson.
- 2nd Half85-53Matija Žužić made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half85-54Matija Žužić made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half85-55Josh Smith made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half85-57Xavier Shegog made Dunk. Assisted by Josh Smith.
- 2nd Half85-59Josh Smith made Layup. Assisted by Malcolm Noel.
- 2nd Half87-59Brandon Muntu made Layup.
Win probability
Above the line favours West Georgia Wolves, below favours Tennessee Tech Golden Eagles.
Venue
- The ColiseumCarrollton, GA
- Attendance567
- OfficialsChris King, Donald Daniels, Arthur Valik
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