Georgia Southern Edges UNC Asheville in Thrilling Finish
Saturday, November 8, 2025, 3:00 PM ET · Jack and Ruth Ann Hill Convocation Center
Georgia Southern Eagles 93, UNC Asheville Bulldogs 90, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won UNC Asheville Bulldogs vs Georgia Southern Eagles?
Georgia Southern Eagles beat UNC Asheville Bulldogs 93-90 at Jack and Ruth Ann Hill Convocation Center on November 8, 2025.
In a closely contested matchup, the Georgia Southern Eagles triumphed over the UNC Asheville Bulldogs with a final score of 93-90 at the Jack and Ruth Ann Hill Convocation Center. This game was notable not only for its nail-biting finish but also for the contrasting records of the two teams entering the contest. Georgia Southern came in with a home record of 1-1, while UNC Asheville was still searching for their first win of the season, sitting at 0-2.
The Eagles, despite a recent streak of two losses, had shown resilience in their last ten games, posting a record of 5-5. They averaged 75.5 points scored per game while allowing 73.6 points. Their last five games indicated a slight dip in performance, with an average score of 75.0 for and 74.0 against. In their previous match against the East Carolina Pirates on November 5, Georgia Southern fell short with a score of 89-92.
On the other hand, UNC Asheville entered the game with a record of 0-2 and had lost their last two games as well. Their overall record in the last ten games was 4-6, with an average of 76.1 points scored and 80.8 points allowed. Their last five games were particularly challenging, as they managed to score an average of only 70.8 points while allowing 77.6 points. Their most recent outing against the Wichita State Shockers resulted in a 58-75 defeat.
The Eagles had a solid home record of 4-1, which contrasted sharply with the Bulldogs' away record of 1-4. This home advantage played a significant role in the outcome of the game, as Georgia Southern was able to leverage their familiarity with the venue.
In terms of previous meetings, this matchup was significant for both teams as they sought to establish dominance early in the season. The injury report did not indicate any major absences that could have influenced the game, allowing both teams to field their strongest lineups.
As for the betting market, the odds were heavily in favor of Georgia Southern, with a home win probability of 1.0, indicating a strong expectation for the Eagles to secure the victory.
The game itself unfolded with a series of intense scoring plays, particularly in the second half. Key moments included free throws made by Alden Applewhite and Kameron Taylor, which kept the score tight. Justin Wright's three-point jumper, assisted by Kameron Taylor, brought UNC Asheville within striking distance, showcasing the back-and-forth nature of the contest.
As the game came to a close, Tyren Moore's free throws extended Georgia Southern's lead, while Nakavieon White's free throw sealed the deal, ensuring the Eagles' victory. The final score of 93-90 encapsulated the thrilling nature of the game, leaving fans on the edge of their seats until the final whistle.
Overall, this matchup not only highlighted the competitive spirit of both teams but also set the stage for what promises to be an exciting season ahead.
Leaders
- PointsSpudd Webb25Georgia Southern Eagles
- AssistsNakavieon White3Georgia Southern Eagles
- ReboundsAndres Burney9Georgia Southern Eagles
- PointsJustin Wright33UNC Asheville Bulldogs
- AssistsKameron Taylor4UNC Asheville Bulldogs
- ReboundsToyaz Solomon10UNC Asheville Bulldogs
Recent form
Georgia Southern Eagles
Last 10: 5-5Streak L275.5 scored · 73.6 allowed per game4-1 at home
- L89-92at East Carolina PiratesNov 5
- L71-80at Georgia State PanthersMar 6
- W78-64vs Southern Miss Golden EaglesMar 5
- W76-75vs Georgia State PanthersMar 1
- W61-59vs App State MountaineersFeb 26
- L73-78at James Madison DukesFeb 22
- L74-79at App State MountaineersFeb 20
- W78-75vs Old Dominion MonarchsFeb 15
- L72-77vs James Madison DukesFeb 14
- W83-57at Western Michigan BroncosFeb 8
UNC Asheville Bulldogs
Last 10: 4-6Streak L276.1 scored · 80.8 allowed per game1-4 away
- L58-75at Wichita State ShockersNov 5
- L67-86vs Winthrop EaglesMar 8
- W80-60vs Charleston Southern BuccaneersMar 7
- L90-103at Winthrop EaglesMar 1
- L59-64vs Presbyterian Blue HoseFeb 26
- W87-82vs Longwood LancersFeb 22
- L53-77at Radford HighlandersFeb 21
- W75-72vs Charleston Southern BuccaneersFeb 15
- W92-85at South Carolina Upstate SpartansFeb 13
- L100-104at High Point PanthersFeb 9
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Point | 31-5 | - | 15-1 |
| Winthrop | 23-11 | 2 | 13-3 |
| Radford | 16-16 | 6 | 9-7 |
| Longwood | 16-16 | 7 | 8-8 |
| UNC Asheville | 15-17 | 7 | 8-8 |
| Presbyterian | 15-18 | 8 | 7-9 |
| Charleston Southern | 15-17 | 9 | 6-10 |
| South Carolina Upstate | 13-19 | 10 | 5-11 |
| Gardner-Webb | 4-29 | 14 | 1-15 |
| Troy | 22-12 | - | 12-6 |
| South Alabama | 21-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Arkansas State | 20-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Texas State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Marshall | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Coastal Carolina | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| App State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| James Madison | 18-15 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Southern Miss | 19-16 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Georgia Southern | 21-16 | 4 | 8-10 |
| Old Dominion | 12-21 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Louisiana | 11-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Georgia State | 10-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| UL Monroe | 4-28 | 11 | 1-17 |
Box score
| Stat | UNC Asheville Bulldogs | Georgia Southern Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 33-60 | 29-65 |
| Field goal % | 55 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 4-13 | 7-22 |
| Three-point % | 31 | 32 |
| Free throws | 20-24 | 28-39 |
| Free throw % | 83 | 72 |
| Rebounds | 39 | 32 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 30 | 20 |
| Assists | 10 | 10 |
| Steals | 6 | 10 |
| Blocks | 3 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 18 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 24 |
| Fast-break points | 12 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 50 | 42 |
| Fouls | 25 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 8 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half60-63Jefferson Koulibaly made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-65Shainen Carter made Dunk. Assisted by Nakavieon White.
- 2nd Half62-65Kameron Taylor made Layup.
- 2nd Half62-67Spudd Webb made Layup.
- 2nd Half63-67Justin Wright made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-67Justin Wright made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-70Tyren Moore made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Nakavieon White.
- 2nd Half66-70Justin Wright made Layup.
- 2nd Half66-72Tyren Moore made Jumper.
- 2nd Half68-72Justin Wright made Jumper.
- 2nd Half68-74Nakavieon White made Layup.
- 2nd Half68-75Alden Applewhite made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half68-76Alden Applewhite made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-76Toyaz Solomon made Jumper. Assisted by Kameron Taylor.
- 2nd Half73-76Justin Wright made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jakel Powell.
- 2nd Half73-77Nakavieon White made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-77Kameron Taylor made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half75-77Justin Wright made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-77Justin Wright made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-79Spudd Webb made Layup.
- 2nd Half78-79Myles Mayfield made Layup.
- 2nd Half79-79Jakel Powell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half79-80Spudd Webb made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half79-81Spudd Webb made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half80-81Jakel Powell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half81-81Jakel Powell made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half81-83Spudd Webb made Jumper.
- 2nd Half81-86Nakavieon White made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Spudd Webb.
- 2nd Half81-88Tyren Moore made Layup.
- 2nd Half82-88Justin Wright made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half83-88Justin Wright made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half83-89Alden Applewhite made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half83-90Alden Applewhite made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half84-90Kameron Taylor made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half85-90Kameron Taylor made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half88-90Justin Wright made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kameron Taylor.
- 2nd Half88-91Tyren Moore made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half88-92Tyren Moore made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half90-92Kameron Taylor made Layup. Assisted by Toyaz Solomon.
- 2nd Half90-93Nakavieon White made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Georgia Southern Eagles, below favours UNC Asheville Bulldogs.
Venue
- Jack and Ruth Ann Hill Convocation CenterStatesboro, GA
- Attendance1523
- OfficialsChuck Jones, Michael Husted, R.B. Clyburn
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