UNC Wilmington Seahawks Defeat Charleston Cougars 76-64
Monday, February 9, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · TD Arena
UNC Wilmington Seahawks 76, Charleston Cougars 64, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won UNC Wilmington Seahawks vs Charleston Cougars?
UNC Wilmington Seahawks beat Charleston Cougars 76-64 at TD Arena on February 9, 2026.
Who was favored in UNC Wilmington Seahawks vs Charleston Cougars?
Charleston Cougars were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -130 (about 57% implied). The underdog won.
In a decisive matchup, the UNC Wilmington Seahawks triumphed over the Charleston Cougars with a final score of 76-64 at TD Arena. This victory marked UNC Wilmington's continued dominance over Charleston, extending their head-to-head record to 4-0 since the previous season. The Seahawks have proven to be a challenging opponent for the Cougars, having won all their meetings this season, including a narrow 68-67 victory earlier in the year.
The Seahawks entered the game with a solid overall record of 20-4, while the Cougars stood at 16-9. In their last ten games, Charleston had performed well with an 8-2 record and was on a five-game winning streak, averaging 80.5 points scored while allowing 76.6. Conversely, UNC Wilmington had also secured an 8-2 record in their last ten games, but they recently experienced a setback, losing their last game against the William & Mary Tribe, which ended a brief winning streak. The Seahawks averaged 74.6 points scored and allowed 70.2 points during this stretch.
At home, Charleston had been particularly strong, boasting a 5-0 record in their last five games, while UNC Wilmington had a respectable 5-1 away record. The Cougars had been effective in their home games, scoring an average of 80.0 points and allowing 72.6 in their last five contests. The Seahawks, however, had shown their resilience in away games, winning crucial matches against strong opponents.
The game featured a competitive atmosphere, with both teams eager to assert their dominance. The odds from DraftKings indicated a close contest, with Charleston favored by 1.5 points and a total set at 148.5. The spread reflected the competitive nature of the matchup, but UNC Wilmington's performance ultimately defied expectations.
In terms of injuries, both teams appeared to be at full strength, allowing for an exciting matchup without significant absences affecting the lineups. The conditions in TD Arena were conducive to a high-paced game, which both teams capitalized on during the first half.
As the game progressed, UNC Wilmington pulled away in the second half, with key plays including a layup by Connor Hickman and free throws by Greedy Williams that extended their lead to 74-57. The Cougars attempted to rally back, with Chadlyn Traylor contributing a three-point jumper, but it was not enough to close the gap.
Overall, the Seahawks' victory showcased their ability to perform under pressure and solidified their position as a formidable contender in the league.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | COFC -1.5 | 148.5 o -108 / u -112 | UNC Wilmington Seahawks +110 · Charleston Cougars -130 |
Leaders
- PointsJlynn Counter20Charleston Cougars
- AssistsJlynn Counter3Charleston Cougars
- ReboundsChristian Reeves11Charleston Cougars
- PointsGreedy Williams16UNC Wilmington Seahawks
- AssistsPatrick Wessler4UNC Wilmington Seahawks
- ReboundsPatrick Wessler10UNC Wilmington Seahawks
Recent form
Charleston Cougars
Last 10: 8-2Streak W580.5 scored · 76.6 allowed per game5-0 at home
- W78-62vs North Carolina A&T AggiesFeb 6
- W89-84at Northeastern HuskiesJan 31
- W66-64at Hofstra PrideJan 30
- W80-70vs Elon PhoenixJan 24
- W87-83vs Campbell Fighting CamelsJan 23
- L106-112at Stony Brook SeawolvesJan 17
- L52-61at Towson TigersJan 16
- W74-70vs Hampton PiratesJan 10
- W88-79vs William & Mary TribeJan 6
- W85-81at Elon PhoenixDec 31
UNC Wilmington Seahawks
Last 10: 8-2Streak L174.6 scored · 70.2 allowed per game5-1 away
- L78-85vs William & Mary TribeFeb 6
- W82-73at Towson TigersJan 30
- W75-67at Hampton PiratesJan 24
- L70-77at William & Mary TribeJan 23
- W78-75vs Campbell Fighting CamelsJan 18
- W75-71at Stony Brook SeawolvesJan 10
- W87-78at Northeastern HuskiesJan 9
- W49-45vs Hampton PiratesJan 4
- W65-53vs Drexel DragonsJan 1
- W87-78at North Carolina A&T AggiesDec 30
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNC Wilmington | 27-7 | - | 15-3 |
| Charleston | 21-11 | 1 | 14-4 |
| Hofstra | 24-11 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Monmouth | 19-15 | 4 | 11-7 |
| William & Mary | 20-12 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Drexel | 17-16 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Towson | 19-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Stony Brook | 17-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Campbell | 16-18 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Hampton | 13-19 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Elon | 14-18 | 9 | 6-12 |
| North Carolina A&T | 11-19 | 11 | 4-14 |
| Northeastern | 7-24 | 13 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | UNC Wilmington Seahawks | Charleston Cougars |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-69 | 20-50 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 40 |
| Three-pointers | 8-24 | 5-19 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 26 |
| Free throws | 12-17 | 19-23 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 83 |
| Rebounds | 39 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 30 |
| Assists | 10 | 6 |
| Steals | 7 | 3 |
| Blocks | 1 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 5 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Points off turnovers | 18 | 5 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 5 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 26 |
| Fouls | 21 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 19 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 97 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half47-32Nolan Hodge makes 27-foot three point jumper (Patrick Wessler assists)
- 2nd Half47-34Jlynn Counter makes layup
- 2nd Half47-36Christian Reeves makes 6-foot jumper
- 2nd Half47-38Christian Reeves makes 4-foot alley oop dunk (Jlynn Counter assists)
- 2nd Half48-38Madison Durr makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-38Madison Durr makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-38Christian May makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half52-38Christian May makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half54-38Christian May makes layup (Patrick Wessler assists)
- 2nd Half55-38Christian May makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half55-40Christian Reeves makes 7-foot jumper
- 2nd Half57-40Patrick Wessler makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half57-43Chadlyn Traylor makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jlynn Counter assists)
- 2nd Half59-43Nolan Hodge makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half60-43Greedy Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-44Jlynn Counter makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-46Chol Machot makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half60-47Jlynn Counter makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-48Jlynn Counter makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-49Jlynn Counter makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-50Jlynn Counter makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-50Patrick Wessler makes layup (Greedy Williams assists)
- 2nd Half63-50Patrick Wessler makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half63-51Chol Machot makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-52Chol Machot makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-53Chris Davis Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-53Nolan Hodge makes 25-foot three point jumper (Madison Durr assists)
- 2nd Half67-53Nolan Hodge makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-53Noah Ross makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half69-54Christian Reeves makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-55Christian Reeves makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-55Nolan Hodge makes 23-foot three point jumper (Greedy Williams assists)
- 2nd Half72-57Connor Hickman makes layup (Jlynn Counter assists)
- 2nd Half73-57Greedy Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-57Greedy Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-57Madison Durr makes 8-foot dunk
- 2nd Half76-59Chris Davis Jr. makes 11-foot jumper
- 2nd Half76-60Chadlyn Traylor makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-61Chadlyn Traylor makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-64Chadlyn Traylor makes 25-foot three point jumper
Win probability
Above the line favours Charleston Cougars, below favours UNC Wilmington Seahawks.
Venue
- TD ArenaCharleston, SC
- Attendance5176
- OfficialsLee Cassell, Brian O'Connell, Isaac Barnett
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