The Citadel Edges Chattanooga in Thrilling Finish
Friday, March 6, 2026, 5:00 PM ET · Harrah's Cherokee Center
The Citadel Bulldogs 88, Chattanooga Mocs 85, 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 The Citadel Bulldogs vs Chattanooga Mocs?
The Citadel Bulldogs beat Chattanooga Mocs 88-85 at Harrah's Cherokee Center on March 6, 2026.
Who was favored in The Citadel Bulldogs vs Chattanooga Mocs?
Chattanooga Mocs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -325 (about 76% implied). The underdog won.
In a nail-biting contest, The Citadel Bulldogs triumphed over the Chattanooga Mocs with a final score of 88-85. This matchup, held at the Harrah's Cherokee Center, showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, particularly in the second half where the lead fluctuated multiple times. The victory marked an important moment for The Citadel, who improved their season record to 12-21, while Chattanooga fell to 13-20.
Both teams entered the game with recent mixed performances. Chattanooga had a record of 4-6 in their last ten games, with an average of 76.5 points scored and 78.9 points allowed. Their last five games saw them scoring an impressive average of 85.8 points, indicating a potent offense but a leaky defense that allowed 81.4 points per game. Notably, they had just come off a win against the VMI Keydets, where they scored 86 points, but their inconsistency was evident in losses to teams like UNC Greensboro and Western Carolina.
On the other hand, The Citadel also recorded a 4-6 mark in their last ten games, averaging 68.7 points scored and 76.1 points allowed. Their recent form included a thrilling win against the Wofford Terriers, where they scored 93 points, but they had suffered losses to teams like Furman and Mercer in preceding games. In their last five outings, The Citadel averaged 69.0 points while allowing 80.6 points, highlighting their struggles defensively.
When comparing home and away performances, Chattanooga had a home record of 2-4 in their last six games, while The Citadel's away record stood at 2-3. This fixture was particularly interesting given their previous meetings this season, where Chattanooga had won decisively in their last encounter on February 21, 2026, with a score of 93-72. However, The Citadel had previously defeated Chattanooga 78-71 at home on February 7, 2026, showing that both teams had the ability to claim victory against one another.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details about player availability, which can often play a significant role in the outcome of games. However, both teams had been dealing with the usual rigors of a long season, and any absences could have impacted their performance.
As for the betting market, DraftKings set the spread at -7.5 in favor of Chattanooga, with a total of 148.5 points for the game. The moneyline odds were -325 for Chattanooga and +260 for The Citadel, indicating that the Mocs were favored to win. This context added an additional layer of intrigue to the matchup, as The Citadel managed to defy expectations with their victory.
The conditions for the game were typical for late-season college basketball, with both teams needing to perform under pressure. Fans witnessed a back-and-forth battle, particularly in the second half, where scoring plays included key three-pointers from Billy Smith and Braxton Williams, as well as crucial layups and jump shots from both sides. The Citadel's ability to execute in clutch moments ultimately secured their win, highlighted by a decisive three-pointer from Sola Adebisi that put them ahead late in the game.
As the game concluded, Chattanooga’s home win probability was recorded at 0.0, underscoring the unexpected nature of The Citadel’s victory. This game not only reflected the competitive nature of the NCAAB but also showcased the resilience of The Citadel as they look to build on this momentum in the remainder of the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UTC -7.5 | 148.5 o -108 / u -112 | The Citadel Bulldogs +260 · Chattanooga Mocs -325 |
Leaders
- PointsTate Darner16Chattanooga Mocs
- AssistsJordan Frison9Chattanooga Mocs
- ReboundsTate Darner8Chattanooga Mocs
- PointsSola Adebisi26The Citadel Bulldogs
- AssistsEze Wali5The Citadel Bulldogs
- ReboundsSola Adebisi7The Citadel Bulldogs
Recent form
Chattanooga Mocs
Last 10: 4-6Streak W176.5 scored · 78.9 allowed per game2-4 at home
- W86-79vs VMI KeydetsFeb 28
- L80-85vs UNC Greensboro SpartansFeb 27
- W93-72at The Citadel BulldogsFeb 21
- W94-90at Mercer BearsFeb 20
- L76-81vs Western Carolina CatamountsFeb 14
- L61-73at East Tennessee State BuccaneersFeb 12
- L71-78vs The Citadel BulldogsFeb 7
- W79-75vs Mercer BearsFeb 6
- L70-75at Furman PaladinsFeb 1
- L55-81vs Wofford TerriersJan 29
The Citadel Bulldogs
Last 10: 4-6Streak W168.7 scored · 76.1 allowed per game2-3 away
- W93-90at Wofford TerriersFeb 28
- L51-72at Furman PaladinsFeb 25
- L72-93vs Chattanooga MocsFeb 21
- L75-78vs Samford BulldogsFeb 20
- L54-70vs Mercer BearsFeb 14
- L49-87at Western Carolina CatamountsFeb 11
- W78-71at Chattanooga MocsFeb 7
- L64-78at Samford BulldogsFeb 6
- W71-66vs UNC Greensboro SpartansJan 31
- W80-56vs VMI KeydetsJan 30
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 |
Box score
| Stat | The Citadel Bulldogs | Chattanooga Mocs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 32-59 | 33-59 |
| Field goal % | 54 | 56 |
| Three-pointers | 15-31 | 11-25 |
| Three-point % | 48 | 44 |
| Free throws | 9-13 | 8-10 |
| Free throw % | 69 | 80 |
| Rebounds | 29 | 30 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 23 |
| Assists | 18 | 18 |
| Steals | 3 | 4 |
| Blocks | 4 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 6 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 2 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 34 |
| Fouls | 12 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 11 | 8 |
| Lead changes | 21 | 21 |
| Time in front | 44 | 46 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half47-47Keynan Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half47-49Brennan Watkins makes layup (Jordan Frison assists)
- 1st Half48-49Sola Adebisi makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half49-49Sola Adebisi makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-49Braxton Williams makes 12-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half54-49Christian Moore makes 26-foot three point jumper (Eze Wali assists)
- 2nd Half57-49Christian Moore makes 24-foot three point jumper (Eze Wali assists)
- 2nd Half58-49Braxton Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-51Brennan Watkins makes 14-foot jumper
- 2nd Half60-51Christian Moore makes layup (Sola Adebisi assists)
- 2nd Half62-51Eze Wali makes 5-foot jumper
- 2nd Half62-54Brennan Watkins makes 27-foot three point jumper (Collin Mulholland assists)
- 2nd Half62-56Teddy Washington Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half64-56Sola Adebisi makes layup (Braxton Williams assists)
- 2nd Half65-56Sola Adebisi makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-56Sola Adebisi makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-58Collin Mulholland makes layup
- 2nd Half66-60Jordan Frison makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half66-61Brennan Watkins makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-62Brennan Watkins makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-62Keynan Davis makes 25-foot three point jumper (Logan Applegate assists)
- 2nd Half69-65Billy Smith makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jordan Frison assists)
- 2nd Half69-68Billy Smith makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jordan Frison assists)
- 2nd Half69-70Collin Mulholland makes layup
- 2nd Half71-70Sola Adebisi makes layup
- 2nd Half73-70Dante Kearse makes layup
- 2nd Half73-72Teddy Washington Jr. makes layup (Collin Mulholland assists)
- 2nd Half75-72Christian Moore makes layup
- 2nd Half75-74Collin Mulholland makes 5-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half75-76Jordan Frison makes 11-foot jumper
- 2nd Half75-78Teddy Washington Jr. makes layup (Jordan Frison assists)
- 2nd Half77-78Sola Adebisi makes 2-foot dunk (Braxton Williams assists)
- 2nd Half77-81Billy Smith makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half80-81Braxton Williams makes 25-foot three point jumper (Carter Kingsbury assists)
- 2nd Half82-81Carter Kingsbury makes 4-foot jumper
- 2nd Half82-83Jordan Frison makes 14-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half84-83Christian Moore makes 6-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half84-85Jordan Frison makes driving layup
- 2nd Half85-85Braxton Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half88-85Sola Adebisi makes 25-foot three point jumper (Braxton Williams assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Chattanooga Mocs, below favours The Citadel Bulldogs.
Venue
- Harrah's Cherokee CenterAsheville, NC
- OfficialsChris Ford, Art Vaulk, Evan Berg
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