William & Mary Triumphs Over Towson in NCAAB Clash
Monday, December 29, 2025, 5:00 PM ET · Kaplan Arena
William & Mary Tribe 84, Towson Tigers 70, 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 Towson Tigers vs William & Mary Tribe?
William & Mary Tribe beat Towson Tigers 84-70 at Kaplan Arena on December 29, 2025.
Who was favored in Towson Tigers vs William & Mary Tribe?
William & Mary Tribe were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -135 (about 57% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the William & Mary Tribe secured a strong victory against the Towson Tigers, finishing the game with a score of 84-70. This win marks an important moment for the Tribe, who have now improved their home record to 11-3, while the Tigers fall to 8-7 overall. The game took place at Kaplan Arena, where the Tribe showcased their offensive prowess, continuing a trend of high-scoring performances.
William & Mary entered the game with a solid recent form, having won seven of their last ten games, including a victory against the Radford Highlanders just ten days prior, where they scored 96 points. Their average points scored over the last ten games stands at 85.1, with an average of 77.1 points allowed. The Tribe's last five games have been particularly impressive, with an average of 89.0 points scored and a record of 4-1.
On the other hand, Towson came into the game with a record of 6-4 over their last ten outings, riding a two-game winning streak. They had shown a more modest scoring average of 71.5 points per game, while allowing 67.9 points. Their last five games reflect a scoring average of 76.4 points, indicating they have been competitive, but not at the same offensive level as William & Mary.
In terms of home and away performance, the Tribe has excelled at home with a perfect record of 4-0 in their last four home games, while Towson has struggled on the road, with a record of 1-5 in their last six away games. This disparity likely contributed to the outcome of the match.
The Tribe and Tigers had previously met earlier in the season, with Towson emerging victorious in that contest, winning 88-73. This game was a chance for William & Mary to even the score, and they did so convincingly.
Injuries did not play a significant role in this matchup, as both teams appeared to field their strongest lineups. However, the absence of key players can often shift the dynamics of a game, and both teams were fortunate to have their main contributors available.
The betting market reflected a close contest, with DraftKings listing William & Mary as 1.5-point favorites, indicating a competitive matchup was expected. The total points were set at 157.5, suggesting a high-scoring affair was anticipated, which indeed came to fruition with the final score.
Conditions in Kaplan Arena were favorable for basketball, contributing to a lively atmosphere that likely energized the players. Fans witnessed a game where William & Mary’s offensive strategy paid off, especially in the second half, where they outscored Towson significantly.
Key moments in the second half included Jo'el Emanuel's 13-foot floating jump shot and Kyle Pulliam's layup, both of which helped maintain the Tribe's lead. Chase Lowe also played a pivotal role, contributing with free throws that extended the Tribe's advantage as the game progressed.
Overall, this game highlighted William & Mary's offensive capabilities and their ability to capitalize on home-court advantage, while Towson will need to reassess their approach moving forward as they continue their season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | W&M -1.5 | 157.5 o -110 / u -110 | Towson Tigers +114 · William & Mary Tribe -135 |
Leaders
- PointsKyle Pulliam12William & Mary Tribe
- AssistsChase Lowe6William & Mary Tribe
- ReboundsChase Lowe7William & Mary Tribe
- PointsDylan Williamson15Towson Tigers
- AssistsDylan Williamson5Towson Tigers
- ReboundsTyler Tejada11Towson Tigers
Recent form
William & Mary Tribe
Last 10: 7-3Streak W185.1 scored · 77.1 allowed per game3-0 at home
- W96-83vs Radford HighlandersDec 19
- L86-99at George Washington RevolutionariesDec 6
- W83-79at Duquesne DukesDec 3
- W88-75vs Old Dominion MonarchsNov 30
- W92-58at Abilene Christian WildcatsNov 25
- W74-63at UTEP MinersNov 24
- W104-57vs Regent RoyalsNov 21
- W82-74at Bowling Green FalconsNov 20
- L60-93at St. John's Red StormNov 15
- L86-90at Richmond SpidersNov 12
Towson Tigers
Last 10: 6-4Streak W271.5 scored · 67.9 allowed per game1-4 away
- W72-47vs Sacred Heart PioneersDec 22
- W107-60vs Notre Dame (MD) GatorsDec 19
- L49-73at Kansas JayhawksDec 17
- L61-86at UCF KnightsDec 7
- W93-80vs Cornell Big RedDec 4
- L73-87at UC San Diego TritonsNov 26
- W72-69at Liberty FlamesNov 25
- W62-55vs Rhode Island RamsNov 24
- L75-81at James Madison DukesNov 19
- W51-41vs Norfolk State SpartansNov 15
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNC Wilmington | 27-7 | - | 15-3 |
| Charleston | 21-11 | 1 | 14-4 |
| Hofstra | 24-11 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Monmouth | 19-15 | 4 | 11-7 |
| William & Mary | 20-12 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Drexel | 17-16 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Towson | 19-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Stony Brook | 17-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Campbell | 16-18 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Hampton | 13-19 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Elon | 14-18 | 9 | 6-12 |
| North Carolina A&T | 11-19 | 11 | 4-14 |
| Northeastern | 7-24 | 13 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Towson Tigers | William & Mary Tribe |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-64 | 30-56 |
| Field goal % | 42 | 54 |
| Three-pointers | 7-25 | 10-24 |
| Three-point % | 28 | 42 |
| Free throws | 9-16 | 14-21 |
| Free throw % | 56 | 67 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 32 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 26 |
| Assists | 12 | 21 |
| Steals | 6 | 5 |
| Blocks | 5 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 8 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 36 |
| Fouls | 22 | 11 |
| Largest lead | 7 | 22 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 27 | 70 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half31-49Kilian Brockhoff makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half31-50Tunde Vahlberg Fasasi makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half33-50Jaquan Womack makes layup (Dylan Williamson assists)
- 2nd Half33-53Reese Miller makes 26-foot three point jumper (Tunde Vahlberg Fasasi assists)
- 2nd Half33-55Jo'el Emanuel makes layup
- 2nd Half34-55Jack Doumbia Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half37-55Dylan Williamson makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half37-58Kilian Brockhoff makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kyle Pulliam assists)
- 2nd Half40-58Dylan Williamson makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half42-58Tyler Tejada makes driving layup (Dylan Williamson assists)
- 2nd Half42-60Kyle Pulliam makes layup (Tunde Vahlberg Fasasi assists)
- 2nd Half44-60Dylan Williamson makes 6-foot jumper
- 2nd Half44-63Finn Lally makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jo'el Emanuel assists)
- 2nd Half47-63Tyler Schmidt makes 23-foot three point jumper (Dylan Williamson assists)
- 2nd Half47-65Jo'el Emanuel makes 2-foot dunk (Kilian Brockhoff assists)
- 2nd Half47-66Cade Haskins makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-66Jaquan Womack makes layup
- 2nd Half50-66Jaquan Womack makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half50-68Tunde Vahlberg Fasasi makes 7-foot jumper
- 2nd Half52-68Jack Doumbia Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half54-68Tyler Schmidt makes 1-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half55-68Tyler Schmidt makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half57-68Jack Doumbia Jr. makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half59-68Jack Doumbia Jr. makes layup (Tyler Tejada assists)
- 2nd Half61-68Tyler Tejada makes 2-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half61-70Kilian Brockhoff makes layup
- 2nd Half63-70Jack Doumbia Jr. makes 0-foot dunk (Dylan Williamson assists)
- 2nd Half63-71Jo'el Emanuel makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-72Jo'el Emanuel makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-72Tyler Schmidt makes 23-foot three point jumper (Dylan Williamson assists)
- 2nd Half66-74Chase Lowe makes layup (Jo'el Emanuel assists)
- 2nd Half68-74Jaquan Womack makes layup (Tyler Schmidt assists)
- 2nd Half68-76Jo'el Emanuel makes 13-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half68-78Kyle Pulliam makes layup (Chase Lowe assists)
- 2nd Half68-79Chase Lowe makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-80Chase Lowe makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-80Dylan Williamson makes 22-foot jumper
- 2nd Half70-82Jo'el Emanuel makes 2-foot dunk (Chase Lowe assists)
- 2nd Half70-83Kyle Pulliam makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-84Chase Lowe makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours William & Mary Tribe, below favours Towson Tigers.
Venue
- Kaplan ArenaWilliamsburg, VA
- Attendance3509
- OfficialsTim Clougherty, Roger Ayers, Trey Styons
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