NCAAB · Final

UMBC Edges Morgan State in Close Contest

Tuesday, November 11, 2025, 6:00 PM ET · Hill Field House

UMBC Retrievers 81, Morgan State Bears 79, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won UMBC Retrievers vs Morgan State Bears?

UMBC Retrievers beat Morgan State Bears 81-79 at Hill Field House on November 11, 2025.

In a thrilling matchup at Hill Field House, the UMBC Retrievers narrowly defeated the Morgan State Bears with a final score of 81-79. This game was particularly noteworthy as it marked the first meeting between the two teams in the current season, with UMBC having previously won their last encounter on November 27, 2024, by a score of 92-69.

Both teams entered the game with contrasting recent forms. The Morgan State Bears had a record of 1-2 at home and were 5-5 in their last ten games, currently on a one-game winning streak. They averaged 78.7 points per game while allowing 78.1. Their last outing resulted in a decisive victory against the Central Penn Knights, where they won 101-77. However, they had suffered losses to Georgetown Hoyas (70-87) and Norfolk State Spartans (55-58) prior to that.

On the other hand, the UMBC Retrievers came into the game with a 2-1 record away from home and a 2-1 overall record this season. Their recent form showed a record of 3-7 over their last ten games, with an average of 74.6 points scored and 79.2 points allowed. The Retrievers were on a one-game losing streak following a defeat to the Dayton Flyers (71-77) in their previous game. Their only win in this stretch was against Penn State York Nittany Lions (74-53).

The matchup was played under competitive conditions, with both teams looking to establish dominance early. The Bears, playing at home, had a slight edge in their previous home performances, boasting a 2-1 record in their last three home games. However, the Retrievers struggled on the road, having lost all five of their away games prior to this contest.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key player absences for either team, allowing both sides to field their best lineups. This contributed to a high-paced game where both teams showcased their offensive capabilities.

The betting market reflected a competitive atmosphere, with odds indicating a closely contested game. However, the final outcome showed that the odds were not in favor of the Bears, as they had a home win probability of 0.0 at the end of the game.

The scoring plays in the second half highlighted the back-and-forth nature of the contest. Key moments included Ace Valentine making crucial free throws and a three-point jumper that kept UMBC in contention. Paul Greene's layup and Walter Peggs Jr.'s assist were also pivotal in maintaining the Retrievers' slim lead. Ultimately, DJ Armstrong Jr. sealed the game with a three-point jumper that pushed UMBC ahead to secure the victory.

Fans watching the game were treated to a showcase of skill and determination from both teams, making this fixture one to remember in the early stages of the season.

Leaders

PointsElijah Davis17Morgan State Bears
AssistsElijah Davis8Morgan State Bears
ReboundsChristian Meeks8Morgan State Bears
PointsDaylon Dickerson18UMBC Retrievers
AssistsAce Valentine7UMBC Retrievers
ReboundsDaylon Dickerson10UMBC Retrievers

Recent form

Morgan State Bears

Last 10: 5-5Streak W178.7 scored · 78.1 allowed per game2-1 at home

W101-77vs Central Penn KnightsNov 6
L70-87at Georgetown HoyasNov 3
L55-58at Norfolk State SpartansMar 14
W91-90at Howard BisonMar 13
L75-82at Coppin State EaglesMar 7
W87-81vs Delaware State HornetsMar 4
W75-72at Maryland Eastern Shore HawksMar 1
L60-69at Norfolk State SpartansFeb 25
L81-87vs Howard BisonFeb 22
W92-78at North Carolina Central EaglesFeb 18

UMBC Retrievers

Last 10: 3-7Streak L174.6 scored · 79.2 allowed per game0-5 away

L71-77at Dayton FlyersNov 8
W74-53vs Penn State York Nittany LionsNov 4
L74-85at Bryant BulldogsMar 8
L69-79vs Vermont CatamountsMar 1
L74-78vs UAlbany Great DanesFeb 27
W95-91vs NJIT HighlandersFeb 22
L79-98at UMass Lowell River HawksFeb 20
L79-81at Bryant BulldogsFeb 15
W81-77vs Binghamton BearcatsFeb 13
L50-73at Maine Black BearsFeb 8

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
UMBC	24-9	-	14-2
Vermont	22-12	2	12-4
NJIT	16-17	4	10-6
UMass Lowell	15-18	5	9-7
UAlbany	11-21	7	7-9
Maine	8-24	8	6-10
New Hampshire	9-21	9	5-11
Bryant	9-22	9	5-11
Binghamton	8-23	10	4-12
Howard	24-11	-	11-3
Morgan State	14-16	1	10-4
Norfolk State	15-17	3	8-6
North Carolina Central	14-18	3	8-6
South Carolina State	10-22	4	7-7
Maryland Eastern Shore	9-23	6	5-9
Coppin State	7-24	6	5-9
Delaware State	8-23	9	2-12

Box score

Stat	UMBC Retrievers	Morgan State Bears
Field goals	28-49	30-70
Field goal %	57	43
Three-pointers	9-24	9-19
Three-point %	38	47
Free throws	16-24	10-13
Free throw %	67	77
Rebounds	33	33
Offensive rebounds	6	14
Defensive rebounds	27	19
Assists	15	14
Steals	4	5
Blocks	4	1
Turnovers	18	9
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	12	25
Fast-break points	15	11
Points in the paint	38	36
Fouls	14	16
Largest lead	15	6

How the scoring went

2nd Half50-38Christian Oliver made Jumper. Assisted by Elijah Davis.
2nd Half50-40Christian Meeks made Layup. Assisted by Elijah Davis.
2nd Half50-41Elijah Davis made Free Throw.
2nd Half52-41Jah'likai King made Layup.
2nd Half52-42Elijah Davis made Free Throw.
2nd Half52-43Elijah Davis made Free Throw.
2nd Half52-45Elijah Davis made Layup.
2nd Half52-47Elijah Davis made Layup.
2nd Half52-49Christian Meeks made Layup.
2nd Half54-49Paul Greene made Layup.
2nd Half54-51Rob Lawson made Jumper. Assisted by Elijah Davis.
2nd Half54-54Alfred Worrell Jr. made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half54-57Alfred Worrell Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Christian Meeks.
2nd Half57-57DJ Armstrong Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Devin Ceaser.
2nd Half58-57Daylon Dickerson made Free Throw.
2nd Half58-59Elijah Davis made Layup. Assisted by Rob Lawson.
2nd Half59-59Paul Greene made Free Throw.
2nd Half60-59DJ Armstrong Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half61-59DJ Armstrong Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half62-59DJ Armstrong Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half62-61Christian Oliver made Layup.
2nd Half64-61Riley Jacobs made Layup. Assisted by DJ Armstrong Jr..
2nd Half64-63Christian Meeks made Layup.
2nd Half64-65Elijah Davis made Layup.
2nd Half66-65Daylon Dickerson made Layup. Assisted by Riley Jacobs.
2nd Half66-68Alfred Worrell Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Christian Oliver.
2nd Half68-68Daylon Dickerson made Layup. Assisted by Ace Valentine.
2nd Half68-71Alfred Worrell Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Elijah Davis.
2nd Half68-72Alfred Worrell Jr. made Free Throw.
2nd Half69-72Daylon Dickerson made Free Throw.
2nd Half69-74Christian Oliver made Jumper.
2nd Half70-74Ace Valentine made Free Throw.
2nd Half71-74Ace Valentine made Free Throw.
2nd Half71-77Alfred Worrell Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Elijah Davis.
2nd Half72-77Ace Valentine made Free Throw.
2nd Half73-77Ace Valentine made Free Throw.
2nd Half76-77Ace Valentine made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half78-77Paul Greene made Layup.
2nd Half78-79Walter Peggs Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Rob Lawson.
2nd Half81-79DJ Armstrong Jr. made Three Point Jumper.