Winthrop Eagles Defeat UNC Asheville Bulldogs 84-71
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 12:00 PM ET · Winthrop Coliseum
Winthrop Eagles 84, UNC Asheville Bulldogs 71, 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 Winthrop Eagles?
Winthrop Eagles beat UNC Asheville Bulldogs 84-71 at Winthrop Coliseum on January 31, 2026.
Who was favored in UNC Asheville Bulldogs vs Winthrop Eagles?
Winthrop Eagles were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -550 (about 85% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Winthrop Eagles secured a solid 84-71 victory over the UNC Asheville Bulldogs at Winthrop Coliseum. This win marks the Eagles' seventh consecutive victory, showcasing their strong form as they improve their record to 17-8 overall. Meanwhile, the Bulldogs fall to 10-14 with this loss, continuing a challenging season.
Winthrop's recent performance has been impressive, with an 8-2 record over their last ten games. Their scoring average during this stretch is 79.3 points per game, while allowing an average of 70.3 points. The Eagles have been particularly dominant at home, boasting a perfect 5-0 record in their last five home games and averaging 78.0 points while allowing 67.8. In contrast, the Bulldogs have been more inconsistent, posting a 5-5 record in their last ten games, with an average of 74.0 points scored and 69.3 points allowed. They have struggled on the road, with a 2-3 record in away games.
The history between these two teams has favored Winthrop, who now holds a 4-1 advantage in their last five meetings. Their most recent encounter prior to this game was on January 17, 2026, where Winthrop narrowly edged out UNC Asheville with a 69-67 win. This trend continued as the Eagles demonstrated their ability to maintain control throughout the game.
In terms of injuries, there were no significant updates affecting either team leading into this contest, allowing both squads to field their best lineups. The market had Winthrop favored to win by 9.5 points, with DraftKings setting the money line at -550 for the Eagles and +410 for the Bulldogs. The total points line was set at 147.5, reflecting expectations for a competitive scoring environment.
The game conditions were conducive to a high-scoring affair, with both teams demonstrating offensive efficiency. Winthrop's performance was highlighted by key scoring plays in the second half, including multiple three-pointers from Toyaz Solomon and Kareem Rozier, which helped to extend their lead. The Eagles' ability to capitalize on their scoring opportunities was evident as they pulled away in the latter stages of the game.
For viewers, the standout performances included Winthrop's offensive execution and the contributions from multiple players, particularly in the second half, where they consistently found ways to score. The Bulldogs, despite the loss, showed resilience and had moments of offensive success, but ultimately could not keep pace with the Eagles' scoring barrage.
Overall, this matchup not only highlighted Winthrop's current form and dominance at home but also underscored the challenges facing UNC Asheville as they continue to seek a turnaround in their season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | WIN -9.5 | 147.5 o -115 / u -105 | UNC Asheville Bulldogs +410 · Winthrop Eagles -550 |
Leaders
- PointsLogan Duncomb26Winthrop Eagles
- AssistsKareem Rozier3Winthrop Eagles
- ReboundsLogan Duncomb10Winthrop Eagles
- PointsKameron Taylor25UNC Asheville Bulldogs
- AssistsJustin Wright3UNC Asheville Bulldogs
- ReboundsDJ Patrick6UNC Asheville Bulldogs
Recent form
Winthrop Eagles
Last 10: 8-2Streak W779.3 scored · 70.3 allowed per game5-0 at home
- W82-72at Presbyterian Blue HoseJan 24
- W76-75vs Radford HighlandersJan 21
- W69-67at UNC Asheville BulldogsJan 17
- W92-75vs High Point PanthersJan 14
- W71-50at South Carolina Upstate SpartansJan 10
- W81-77vs Charleston Southern BuccaneersJan 7
- W88-77vs Gardner-Webb Runnin' BulldogsJan 3
- L70-82at Longwood LancersDec 31
- L57-87at Texas Tech Red RaidersDec 28
- W107-41vs Clinton Golden BearsDec 21
UNC Asheville Bulldogs
Last 10: 5-5Streak W274 scored · 69.3 allowed per game2-3 away
- W69-50vs Gardner-Webb Runnin' BulldogsJan 29
- W83-69at South Carolina Upstate SpartansJan 21
- L67-69vs Winthrop EaglesJan 17
- L70-71at Presbyterian Blue HoseJan 15
- W91-72at Radford HighlandersJan 10
- W72-61vs Longwood LancersJan 7
- L83-86at Charleston Southern BuccaneersJan 3
- L69-87vs High Point PanthersDec 31
- L47-72at UAB BlazersDec 21
- W89-56vs Morris HornetsDec 18
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 |
Box score
| Stat | UNC Asheville Bulldogs | Winthrop Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-54 | 23-51 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 5-20 | 13-31 |
| Three-point % | 25 | 42 |
| Free throws | 20-24 | 25-28 |
| Free throw % | 83 | 89 |
| Rebounds | 27 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 18 | 24 |
| Assists | 8 | 13 |
| Steals | 4 | 4 |
| Blocks | 6 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 7 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 5 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 20 |
| Fouls | 23 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 18 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 98 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half44-49Toyaz Solomon makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-49Kameron Taylor makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-49Kameron Taylor makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-51Logan Duncomb makes layup (Tommy Kamarad assists)
- 2nd Half48-51Justin Wright makes 9-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half48-52Logan Duncomb makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-53Logan Duncomb makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-54Logan Duncomb makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-55Logan Duncomb makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-56Logan Duncomb makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-57Logan Duncomb makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-57DJ Patrick makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-58Logan Duncomb makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-59Logan Duncomb makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-59Kameron Taylor makes 23-foot three point jumper (Toyaz Solomon assists)
- 2nd Half53-61Kody Clouet makes driving layup
- 2nd Half53-62Kody Clouet makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half55-62Justin Wright makes 13-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half55-65Seifeldin Hendawy makes 23-foot three point jumper (Logan Duncomb assists)
- 2nd Half56-65Justin Wright makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-66Logan Duncomb makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-67Logan Duncomb makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-69Logan Duncomb makes layup (Kareem Rozier assists)
- 2nd Half56-70Logan Duncomb makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half57-70Myles Mayfield makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-70Myles Mayfield makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-70Myles Mayfield makes layup (Kameron Taylor assists)
- 2nd Half60-73Kody Clouet makes 24-foot three point jumper (Tommy Kamarad assists)
- 2nd Half61-73Myles Mayfield makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-74Kody Clouet makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-75Kody Clouet makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-77Kody Clouet makes layup
- 2nd Half62-77Kameron Taylor makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-77Kameron Taylor makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-79Logan Duncomb makes layup
- 2nd Half66-79Toyaz Solomon makes 26-foot three point jumper (Justin Wright assists)
- 2nd Half66-82Kareem Rozier makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kody Clouet assists)
- 2nd Half66-84Isaiah Wilson makes 11-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half69-84Toyaz Solomon makes 27-foot three point jumper (Justin Wright assists)
- 2nd Half71-84Myles Mayfield makes 3-foot dunk (Toyaz Solomon assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Winthrop Eagles, below favours UNC Asheville Bulldogs.
Venue
- Winthrop ColiseumRock Hill, SC
- Attendance1400
- OfficialsKendall Pike, Jon Riggsbee, Chase Furlough
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