UNC Greensboro Spartans Edge Chattanooga Mocs 85-80
Thursday, February 26, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · McKenzie Arena
UNC Greensboro Spartans 85, Chattanooga Mocs 80, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won UNC Greensboro Spartans vs Chattanooga Mocs?
UNC Greensboro Spartans beat Chattanooga Mocs 85-80 at McKenzie Arena on February 26, 2026.
Who was favored in UNC Greensboro Spartans vs Chattanooga Mocs?
Chattanooga Mocs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -198 (about 66% implied). The underdog won.
In a thrilling matchup at McKenzie Arena, the UNC Greensboro Spartans defeated the Chattanooga Mocs by a score of 85-80, marking a significant victory for the Spartans. This game was notable as it showcased the competitive nature of both teams, with the Mocs coming into the game with a home record of 12-18 and the Spartans holding a slightly better away record of 13-17. The victory for UNC Greensboro improved their head-to-head record against Chattanooga to 3-1 in their last four meetings, further establishing their dominance in this rivalry.
The Mocs entered the game on a two-game winning streak, having recently secured victories against The Citadel Bulldogs and Mercer Bears, scoring an average of 79.0 points in their last five games while allowing 78.8 points. However, their overall performance in the last ten games was 3-7, with an average of 72.9 points scored and 76.7 points allowed. At home, they struggled with a record of 1-4 in their last five games, indicating challenges in maintaining a strong defensive presence.
Conversely, the Spartans had a mixed record of 5-5 in their last ten games, but they were on a two-game losing streak heading into this contest. Their scoring average was 78.5 points, with an average of 81.3 points allowed. In their last five games, they managed to score an impressive 82.0 points while conceding 80.4 points. The Spartans' away record of 2-3 in their last five games suggested they were capable of competing on the road despite recent setbacks.
Historically, the two teams have faced off three times in the previous season and this season, with Chattanooga winning once and UNC Greensboro winning twice. Their last encounter on January 1, 2026, ended with a narrow 77-72 victory for the Spartans, while Chattanooga had previously won against them on February 28, 2025, with a score of 75-63. This ongoing rivalry added an extra layer of intensity to the matchup.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing from either side, which meant both teams were likely at full strength for this important game. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had UNC Greensboro as the favorites with a spread of -4.5, indicating that they were expected to perform well against the Mocs. The total for the game was set at 157.5, suggesting a high-scoring affair was anticipated.
Conditions during the game were not detailed, but the atmosphere in McKenzie Arena was likely charged, with both teams vying for a crucial win. Fans would have been treated to a fast-paced game, with both teams showcasing their offensive capabilities.
As the game progressed, the scoring plays reflected a tight contest. The Mocs fought hard to stay in the game, but crucial free throws by Spartans players like Makai Richards, Noah Norgaard, Brennan Watkins, and Clinton Efinda in the closing moments helped secure the victory. The final score of 85-80 highlighted the competitive spirit of both teams and the importance of free-throw shooting in tight games.
Overall, this matchup between the UNC Greensboro Spartans and Chattanooga Mocs proved to be a captivating encounter, with the Spartans emerging victorious and continuing to assert their dominance in their recent rivalry.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UTC -4.5 | 157.5 o -105 / u -115 | UNC Greensboro Spartans +164 · Chattanooga Mocs -198 |
Leaders
- PointsJordan Frison28Chattanooga Mocs
- AssistsBrennan Watkins4Chattanooga Mocs
- ReboundsBrennan Watkins7Chattanooga Mocs
- PointsJustin Neely18UNC Greensboro Spartans
- AssistsLilian Marville5UNC Greensboro Spartans
- ReboundsJustin Neely17UNC Greensboro Spartans
Recent form
Chattanooga Mocs
Last 10: 3-7Streak W272.9 scored · 76.7 allowed per game1-4 at home
- 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
- L64-75at Samford BulldogsJan 24
- L66-67vs East Tennessee State BuccaneersJan 22
UNC Greensboro Spartans
Last 10: 5-5Streak L278.5 scored · 81.3 allowed per game2-3 away
- L75-87vs East Tennessee State BuccaneersFeb 21
- L77-91at Western Carolina CatamountsFeb 19
- W99-89vs Wofford TerriersFeb 14
- W92-71vs VMI KeydetsFeb 12
- W67-64at Furman PaladinsFeb 8
- W81-78vs Western Carolina CatamountsFeb 4
- L66-71at The Citadel BulldogsJan 31
- L77-95at Mercer BearsJan 30
- L66-89vs Furman PaladinsJan 23
- W85-78at VMI KeydetsJan 21
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 | UNC Greensboro Spartans | Chattanooga Mocs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-64 | 27-64 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 9-27 | 12-38 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 32 |
| Free throws | 20-25 | 14-18 |
| Free throw % | 80 | 78 |
| Rebounds | 37 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 29 | 29 |
| Assists | 12 | 17 |
| Steals | 7 | 3 |
| Blocks | 0 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 14 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 24 |
| Fouls | 19 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 14 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 98 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half53-47Justin Neely makes 5-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half53-48Josh Bowman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-50Jordan Frison makes 10-foot jumper
- 2nd Half56-50Donald Whitehead Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Lilian Marville assists)
- 2nd Half59-50Justin Neely makes 25-foot three point jumper (Donald Whitehead Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half60-50Justin Neely makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-50Justin Neely makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-50Donald Whitehead Jr. makes 16-foot jumper
- 2nd Half63-53Jordan Frison makes 24-foot three point jumper (Collin Mulholland assists)
- 2nd Half63-55Jordan Frison makes layup (Brennan Watkins assists)
- 2nd Half65-55Valentino Pinedo makes layup (Noah Norgaard assists)
- 2nd Half66-55Valentino Pinedo makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half69-55Lilian Marville makes 23-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half69-58Teddy Washington Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jordan Frison assists)
- 2nd Half69-61Billy Smith makes 23-foot three point jumper (Brennan Watkins assists)
- 2nd Half71-61KJ Younger makes layup
- 2nd Half72-61KJ Younger makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half73-61KJ Younger makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-61KJ Younger makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-62Collin Mulholland makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-63Collin Mulholland makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-64Jordan Frison makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-65Jordan Frison makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-65Clinton Efinda makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-65Clinton Efinda makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-65Noah Norgaard makes 9-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half78-67Jordan Frison makes layup
- 2nd Half81-67Justin Neely makes 22-foot three point jumper (Lilian Marville assists)
- 2nd Half81-70Tate Darner makes 24-foot three point jumper (Makai Richards assists)
- 2nd Half81-72Makai Richards makes 17-foot jumper (Jordan Frison assists)
- 2nd Half81-74Jordan Frison makes 10-foot jumper
- 2nd Half81-76Jordan Frison makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half81-77Makai Richards makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half81-78Makai Richards makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half82-78Noah Norgaard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half83-78Noah Norgaard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half83-79Brennan Watkins makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half83-80Brennan Watkins makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half84-80Clinton Efinda makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half85-80Clinton Efinda makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Chattanooga Mocs, below favours UNC Greensboro Spartans.
Venue
- McKenzie ArenaChattanooga, TN
- Attendance4164
- OfficialsAnthony Jordan, Matt Jarman, Michael Wallace
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