Kent State Defeats UNC Wilmington 86-77 in Thrilling Matchup
Monday, November 10, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · M.A.C. Center
Kent State Golden Flashes 86, UNC Wilmington Seahawks 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 Wilmington Seahawks vs Kent State Golden Flashes?
Kent State Golden Flashes beat UNC Wilmington Seahawks 86-77 at M.A.C. Center on November 10, 2025.
In an exciting NCAAB matchup, the Kent State Golden Flashes secured a victory against the UNC Wilmington Seahawks with a final score of 86-77 at the M.A.C. Center. This game showcased the offensive prowess of both teams, particularly Kent State, who has been averaging 85.7 points per game over their last ten outings. The Golden Flashes improved their record to 3-1 for the season, while the Seahawks fell to 1-2.
Kent State entered this game with a recent form of 6-4 over their last ten games, and they were riding a one-game winning streak after their recent victory against the Cornell Big Red, where they scored an impressive 110 points. Their home record stands at 4-1, indicating their strength when playing in front of their home crowd. In contrast, UNC Wilmington came into the game with a strong recent performance, boasting a record of 8-2 over their last ten games and a seven-game winning streak leading up to this matchup. However, their away record of 2-1 suggests they have been less dominant on the road.
The scoring averages reveal a stark contrast between the two teams; Kent State has been allowing an average of 81.1 points per game, while UNC Wilmington has managed to keep their opponents to just 69.9 points on average. This disparity in defensive performance was evident as the game unfolded, with Kent State's high-scoring offense challenging the Seahawks' defensive capabilities.
In terms of previous meetings, this fixture was significant as it marked a competitive encounter between the two programs. The injury report was not detailed in the provided facts, but both teams were likely eager to field their best lineups to secure a crucial win early in the season.
The market had priced Kent State as the favorite, reflecting their home advantage and recent form. The odds indicated a strong likelihood of a home victory, which proved accurate as they dominated the game. The conditions at the M.A.C. Center were conducive to a high-scoring affair, aligning with both teams' offensive capabilities.
As the game progressed, key moments defined the outcome. Notably, in the second half, Madison Durr contributed significantly with free throws, while Delrecco Gillespie and Cian Medley made crucial plays, including a dunk that sealed the game for Kent State. The final scoring plays highlighted the team's ability to maintain composure under pressure, ultimately leading to their victory.
Overall, this matchup served as an early indicator of both teams' potential for the season, with Kent State demonstrating their offensive strength and UNC Wilmington needing to address their defensive strategies moving forward.
Leaders
- PointsCian Medley19Kent State Golden Flashes
- AssistsCian Medley10Kent State Golden Flashes
- ReboundsDelrecco Gillespie12Kent State Golden Flashes
- PointsNolan Hodge21UNC Wilmington Seahawks
- AssistsGreedy Williams6UNC Wilmington Seahawks
- ReboundsPatrick Wessler10UNC Wilmington Seahawks
Recent form
Kent State Golden Flashes
Last 10: 6-4Streak W185.7 scored · 81.1 allowed per game4-1 at home
- W110-102vs Cornell Big RedNov 8
- L97-103vs Troy TrojansNov 4
- L64-72at Miami (OH) RedHawksMar 14
- W73-66vs Western Michigan BroncosMar 13
- W76-70vs Eastern Michigan EaglesMar 8
- W77-76at Western Michigan BroncosMar 5
- L72-77at Akron ZipsMar 1
- W105-65vs Toledo RocketsFeb 26
- L92-96at Miami (OH) RedHawksFeb 22
- W91-84at Bowling Green FalconsFeb 19
UNC Wilmington Seahawks
Last 10: 8-2Streak W780.1 scored · 69.9 allowed per game2-1 away
- W106-77vs Mount Olive TrojansNov 4
- W76-72vs Delaware Blue HensMar 11
- W68-67vs Charleston CougarsMar 11
- W79-65vs Hampton PiratesMar 9
- W88-58vs Delaware Blue HensMar 2
- W79-60at Campbell Fighting CamelsFeb 28
- W79-70at William & Mary TribeFeb 24
- L70-83at Hampton PiratesFeb 22
- L70-81vs Elon PhoenixFeb 16
- W86-66vs Charleston CougarsFeb 14
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 |
| Miami (OH) | 32-2 | - | 18-0 |
| Akron | 29-6 | 1 | 17-1 |
| Kent State | 24-10 | 4 | 14-4 |
| Toledo | 19-15 | 7 | 11-7 |
| Bowling Green | 18-14 | 9 | 9-9 |
| Ohio | 15-17 | 9 | 9-9 |
| Buffalo | 17-15 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Massachusetts | 17-16 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Ball State | 12-19 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Central Michigan | 10-21 | 12 | 6-12 |
| Western Michigan | 10-21 | 14 | 4-14 |
| Eastern Michigan | 10-21 | 14 | 4-14 |
| Northern Illinois | 9-21 | 10 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | UNC Wilmington Seahawks | Kent State Golden Flashes |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 29-77 | 27-53 |
| Field goal % | 38 | 51 |
| Three-pointers | 6-24 | 15-34 |
| Three-point % | 25 | 44 |
| Free throws | 13-18 | 17-24 |
| Free throw % | 72 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 40 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 17 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 31 |
| Assists | 14 | 22 |
| Steals | 4 | 3 |
| Blocks | 0 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 7 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 17 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 25 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 20 |
| Fouls | 20 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 22 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half43-46Quinn Woidke made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Rayvon Griffith.
- 2nd Half45-46Christian May made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half45-49Rayvon Griffith made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Cian Medley.
- 2nd Half45-52Quinn Woidke made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Cian Medley.
- 2nd Half47-52Patrick Wessler made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half47-55Quinn Woidke made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Cian Medley.
- 2nd Half49-55Greedy Williams made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-57Quinn Woidke made Layup.
- 2nd Half51-57Madison Durr made Jumper.
- 2nd Half52-57Madison Durr made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half54-57Nolan Hodge made Layup.
- 2nd Half56-57Madison Durr made Layup.
- 2nd Half56-59Delrecco Gillespie made Layup. Assisted by Quinn Woidke.
- 2nd Half59-59Nolan Hodge made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half59-62Cian Medley made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Delrecco Gillespie.
- 2nd Half61-62Patrick Wessler made Layup. Assisted by Greedy Williams.
- 2nd Half61-65Morgan Safford made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Rayvon Griffith.
- 2nd Half63-65Patrick Wessler made Layup. Assisted by Nolan Hodge.
- 2nd Half63-66Rob Whaley Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-67Delrecco Gillespie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-67Noah Ross made Jumper.
- 2nd Half65-70Cian Medley made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Morgan Safford.
- 2nd Half65-72Rayvon Griffith made Layup. Assisted by Cian Medley.
- 2nd Half67-72Greedy Williams made Layup. Assisted by Patrick Wessler.
- 2nd Half67-74Morgan Safford made Layup. Assisted by Rob Whaley Jr..
- 2nd Half67-75Delrecco Gillespie made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-77Rob Whaley Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Rayvon Griffith.
- 2nd Half69-77Patrick Wessler made Layup. Assisted by Nolan Hodge.
- 2nd Half70-77Patrick Wessler made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-78Rob Whaley Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-79Rob Whaley Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-79Madison Durr made Layup.
- 2nd Half73-79Madison Durr made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half73-81Delrecco Gillespie made Layup. Assisted by Cian Medley.
- 2nd Half74-81Madison Durr made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-82Cian Medley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-83Cian Medley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-83Nolan Hodge made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Madison Durr.
- 2nd Half77-84Cian Medley made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half77-86Delrecco Gillespie made Dunk. Assisted by Cian Medley.
Win probability
Above the line favours Kent State Golden Flashes, below favours UNC Wilmington Seahawks.
Venue
- M.A.C. CenterKent, OH
- Attendance2435
- OfficialsLuke Schumer, Michael Griffith, Galen Durant
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