UNC Asheville Tops UNC Greensboro in Close Contest
Tuesday, December 2, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Harrah's Cherokee Center
UNC Asheville Bulldogs 82, UNC Greensboro Spartans 77, 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 UNC Asheville Bulldogs?
UNC Asheville Bulldogs beat UNC Greensboro Spartans 82-77 at Harrah's Cherokee Center on December 2, 2025.
In a tightly contested matchup, the UNC Asheville Bulldogs defeated the UNC Greensboro Spartans 82-77 at the Harrah's Cherokee Center on December 3, 2025. This victory marked the Bulldogs' second consecutive win against the Spartans, having previously triumphed over them earlier in the season with a score of 82-77. The Bulldogs improved their overall record to 5-5 in their last ten games, while the Spartans fell to 6-4 in their last ten outings.
The Bulldogs, playing at home, have a record of 4-4 this season and have averaged 71.3 points scored per game while allowing 75.0 points. Their recent form shows a mixed bag, with a streak of one loss in their last five games, averaging 76.4 points scored and 78.6 points allowed during that stretch. In contrast, the Spartans have struggled this season, holding a record of just 1-8 away from home. Despite this, they have managed to score an average of 80.7 points in their last ten games while allowing 79.2 points, showcasing their offensive capabilities despite their overall struggles.
The game featured several key moments, particularly in the second half. The Bulldogs maintained a narrow lead, and crucial free throws by DJ Patrick helped secure their victory. The scoring plays in the final moments included a layup by Landon King and a three-point jumper by Assane Mandian, which kept the game competitive until the end. Patrick's free throws were pivotal, as they extended the lead and ultimately sealed the win for UNC Asheville.
The betting market had set the spread at UNC Asheville -4.5, according to DraftKings, with a total of 143.5 points for the game. This indicated a belief in a relatively high-scoring affair, which played out as both teams showcased their offensive strengths.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide any specific details on player availability, which could have influenced the game dynamics. However, the absence of key players can often shift the balance in college basketball, making it a crucial factor to consider in future matchups.
The conditions at the Harrah's Cherokee Center were typical for a December evening, with a lively crowd supporting the home team. Fans witnessed a thrilling game that highlighted the competitive nature of college basketball, where every point counts and the intensity is palpable.
Overall, this matchup was significant not only for the standings but also for the rivalry between the two teams. The Bulldogs' ability to secure the win at home adds to their confidence as they look to build on this momentum in the coming games. Meanwhile, the Spartans will need to regroup and address their defensive issues as they continue to seek their first away victory of the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UNCA -4.5 | 143.5 o -110 / u -110 | UNC Greensboro Spartans — · UNC Asheville Bulldogs — |
Leaders
- PointsToyaz Solomon20UNC Asheville Bulldogs
- AssistsKameron Taylor3UNC Asheville Bulldogs
- ReboundsDJ Patrick5UNC Asheville Bulldogs
- PointsDonald Whitehead Jr.13UNC Greensboro Spartans
- AssistsDonald Whitehead Jr.5UNC Greensboro Spartans
- ReboundsJustin Neely10UNC Greensboro Spartans
Recent form
UNC Asheville Bulldogs
Last 10: 5-5Streak L171.3 scored · 75 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L71-75at High Point PanthersMar 7
- W85-82vs Longwood LancersMar 6
- L75-92vs Charleston Southern BuccaneersFeb 28
- W77-71at Gardner-Webb Runnin' BulldogsFeb 27
- W74-73vs Radford HighlandersFeb 21
- L48-74at High Point PanthersFeb 20
- L57-58vs Presbyterian Blue HoseFeb 14
- W79-74at Longwood LancersFeb 13
- W76-67vs South Carolina Upstate SpartansFeb 4
- L71-84at Winthrop EaglesJan 31
UNC Greensboro Spartans
Last 10: 6-4Streak L180.7 scored · 79.2 allowed per game3-3 away
- L75-81at Furman PaladinsMar 8
- W75-72at Wofford TerriersMar 7
- W84-70vs VMI KeydetsMar 7
- L78-87at Samford BulldogsFeb 28
- W85-80at Chattanooga MocsFeb 27
- 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
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 |
| 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 Greensboro Spartans | UNC Asheville Bulldogs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-49 | 29-56 |
| Field goal % | 53 | 52 |
| Three-pointers | 10-23 | 9-18 |
| Three-point % | 43 | 50 |
| Free throws | 15-21 | 15-21 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 27 | 26 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 18 |
| Assists | 15 | 9 |
| Steals | 4 | 6 |
| Blocks | 5 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 3 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 32 |
| Fouls | 19 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 8 | 13 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half47-48Valentino Pinedo made Jumper.
- 2nd Half47-50Kameron Taylor made Layup.
- 2nd Half50-50Donald Whitehead Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Valentino Pinedo.
- 2nd Half50-53Justin Wright made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half53-53Donald Whitehead Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Valentino Pinedo.
- 2nd Half53-56DJ Patrick made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Justin Wright.
- 2nd Half53-58Justin Wright made Layup.
- 2nd Half53-59Justin Wright made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-60Toyaz Solomon made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-61Toyaz Solomon made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-63Kameron Taylor made Dunk.
- 2nd Half54-63Landon King made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-66DJ Patrick made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Julian Clarke.
- 2nd Half55-66KJ Younger made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-68Kameron Taylor made Layup.
- 2nd Half57-68Justin Neely made Layup.
- 2nd Half58-68Justin Neely made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-68Valentino Pinedo made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-70Kameron Taylor made Jumper.
- 2nd Half60-70Noah Norgaard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-70Noah Norgaard made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-71Kameron Taylor made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-72Kameron Taylor made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-74Kameron Taylor made Layup.
- 2nd Half62-74Lilian Marville made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-74Lilian Marville made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-74Donald Whitehead Jr. made Jumper.
- 2nd Half67-74Assane Mandian made Layup. Assisted by Donald Whitehead Jr..
- 2nd Half68-74Assane Mandian made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-74KJ Younger made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-76Justin Wright made Jumper.
- 2nd Half69-77Kameron Taylor made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-77Landon King made Layup.
- 2nd Half71-78DJ Patrick made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-79DJ Patrick made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-79Assane Mandian made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Justin Neely.
- 2nd Half74-80DJ Patrick made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-80Landon King made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Assane Mandian.
- 2nd Half77-81DJ Patrick made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-82DJ Patrick made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours UNC Asheville Bulldogs, below favours UNC Greensboro Spartans.
Venue
- Harrah's Cherokee CenterAsheville, NC
- Attendance444
- OfficialsSean Lineberger, R.B. Clyburn, Grant Tyler
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