Tennessee State Tigers Defeat UT Martin Skyhawks 68-55
Friday, March 6, 2026, 8:00 PM ET · Ford Center
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Who won UT Martin Skyhawks vs Tennessee State Tigers?
Tennessee State Tigers beat UT Martin Skyhawks 68-55 at Ford Center on March 6, 2026.
Who was favored in UT Martin Skyhawks vs Tennessee State Tigers?
Tennessee State Tigers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -130 (about 57% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Tennessee State Tigers secured a 68-55 victory over the UT Martin Skyhawks at the Ford Center. This win further solidifies the Tigers' dominance over the Skyhawks, marking their fifth consecutive victory against them. Tennessee State has now won all four meetings between these two teams this season and last, showcasing their ability to consistently outperform UT Martin.
Tennessee State entered the game with an impressive home record of 22-9 and a strong recent form, having won eight of their last ten games with a streak of four consecutive victories. The Tigers averaged 78.9 points scored per game while allowing 68.8 points during this stretch. Their last five games saw them scoring an average of 80.2 points, indicating a potent offense that has been difficult for opponents to contain. In their previous encounter with the Skyhawks just a week prior, Tennessee State had dominated UT Martin, winning 67-42, further boosting their confidence heading into this game.
On the other hand, the UT Martin Skyhawks, with a record of 22-11, have had a more mixed recent performance, going 5-5 in their last ten games. They managed to secure a win in their most recent outing against Eastern Illinois, winning 66-63, but had struggled prior to that, averaging just 63.1 points scored and allowing 62.0 points over their last ten games. Their away record stood at 1-2 in the last five games, highlighting their challenges when playing outside of their home venue.
The matchup was particularly significant given the teams' recent performances and their previous meetings. The Tigers had outscored the Skyhawks in all four of their recent matchups, with scores of 67-42, 78-71, 86-75, and 81-80 in their last four encounters. This history provided Tennessee State with a psychological edge going into the game.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but both teams were expected to field their strongest lineups, which contributed to the competitive nature of the fixture. The betting market reflected Tennessee State's favored position, with DraftKings listing them at -1.5 on the spread, indicating a slight edge over the Skyhawks. The total points line was set at 137.5, suggesting expectations of a moderately high-scoring game.
Conditions during the game were typical for a late-season college basketball matchup, with both teams eager to assert their dominance. Fans were treated to a display of skill and determination, particularly from the Tigers, who demonstrated their offensive prowess throughout the game.
Key moments in the game included a series of scoring plays in the second half that showcased the Tigers' ability to maintain their lead. Notable plays included Dante Harris making a series of jump shots and Kavien Jones executing a dunk that pushed the score to 68-52, effectively sealing the game for Tennessee State. The Skyhawks struggled to keep pace, with their scoring efforts falling short as they attempted to mount a comeback.
Overall, the game highlighted Tennessee State's strength at home and their capacity to perform under pressure, while UT Martin will need to regroup and address their inconsistencies as they look forward to their next matchups.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | TNST -1.5 | 137.5 o -105 / u -115 | UT Martin Skyhawks +110 · Tennessee State Tigers -130 |
Leaders
- PointsAaron Nkrumah19Tennessee State Tigers
- AssistsAaron Nkrumah4Tennessee State Tigers
- ReboundsAntoine Lorick III10Tennessee State Tigers
- PointsAndrija Bukumirovic17UT Martin Skyhawks
- AssistsFilip Petkovski3UT Martin Skyhawks
- ReboundsPedro Santos6UT Martin Skyhawks
Recent form
Tennessee State Tigers
Last 10: 8-2Streak W478.9 scored · 68.8 allowed per game5-1 at home
- W67-42at UT Martin SkyhawksFeb 28
- W79-71at Southeast Missouri State RedhawksFeb 27
- W80-53vs SIU Edwardsville CougarsFeb 21
- W89-80vs Lindenwood LionsFeb 20
- L86-94at Morehead State EaglesFeb 14
- W73-71at Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesFeb 13
- W83-56vs Western Illinois LeathernecksFeb 7
- W77-68vs Eastern Illinois PanthersFeb 6
- L85-90vs Tennessee Tech Golden EaglesFeb 3
- W70-63vs Little Rock TrojansJan 30
UT Martin Skyhawks
Last 10: 5-5Streak W163.1 scored · 62 allowed per game1-2 away
- W66-63vs Eastern Illinois PanthersMar 6
- L42-67vs Tennessee State TigersFeb 28
- W64-49vs Tennessee Tech Golden EaglesFeb 27
- L65-67at Little Rock TrojansFeb 20
- L53-56vs Southeast Missouri State RedhawksFeb 18
- W81-76at SIU Edwardsville CougarsFeb 14
- L74-75at Lindenwood LionsFeb 13
- L55-61vs Morehead State EaglesFeb 7
- W76-54vs Southern Indiana Screaming EaglesFeb 6
- W55-52vs Little Rock TrojansFeb 4
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee State | 23-10 | - | 15-5 |
| Morehead State | 20-13 | - | 15-5 |
| Southeast Missouri State | 20-13 | 1 | 14-6 |
| UT Martin | 22-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| SIU Edwardsville | 19-13 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Lindenwood | 18-15 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Little Rock | 12-20 | 6 | 9-11 |
| Tennessee Tech | 13-18 | 6 | 8-12 |
| Eastern Illinois | 13-20 | 7 | 8-12 |
| Southern Indiana | 7-23 | 11 | 4-16 |
| Western Illinois | 5-26 | 14 | 1-19 |
Box score
| Stat | UT Martin Skyhawks | Tennessee State Tigers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-56 | 26-55 |
| Field goal % | 38 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 8-28 | 9-22 |
| Three-point % | 29 | 41 |
| Free throws | 5-7 | 7-8 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 88 |
| Rebounds | 28 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 16 | 24 |
| Assists | 13 | 13 |
| Steals | 12 | 8 |
| Blocks | 3 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 20 |
| Fouls | 10 | 11 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 20 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 3 | 94 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half19-26Travis Harper II makes 28-foot three point jumper (Dante Harris assists)
- 1st Half20-26Matas Deniusas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half20-28Aaron Nkrumah makes 17-foot turnaround jump shot
- 1st Half21-28Andrija Bukumirovic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half22-28Andrija Bukumirovic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half24-28Andrija Bukumirovic makes driving layup (Afan Trnka assists)
- 1st Half26-28Filip Petkovski makes layup
- 1st Half26-31Carlous Williams makes 23-foot three point jumper (Travis Harper II assists)
- 1st Half26-34Jabrion Spikes makes 26-foot three point jumper (Antoine Lorick III assists)
- 1st Half26-36Travis Harper II makes 16-foot pullup jump shot (Dante Harris assists)
- 1st Half28-36Filip Petkovski makes driving layup
- 2nd Half29-36Filip Radakovic makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half30-36Filip Radakovic makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half30-38Jalen Pitre makes 4-foot dunk (Aaron Nkrumah assists)
- 2nd Half30-40Aaron Nkrumah makes 19-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half30-42Antoine Lorick III makes 4-foot dunk
- 2nd Half30-43Antoine Lorick III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half30-44Antoine Lorick III makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half33-44Pedro Santos makes 24-foot three point jumper (Afan Trnka assists)
- 2nd Half33-47Travis Harper II makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jabrion Spikes assists)
- 2nd Half36-47Afan Trnka makes 27-foot three point jumper (Vladimir Khryapa assists)
- 2nd Half39-47Afan Trnka makes 26-foot three point jumper (Matas Deniusas assists)
- 2nd Half39-49Jalen Pitre makes layup (Aaron Nkrumah assists)
- 2nd Half39-50Antoine Lorick III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-51Antoine Lorick III makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half39-53Dante Harris makes 11-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half39-55Aaron Nkrumah makes 4-foot dunk (Antoine Lorick III assists)
- 2nd Half41-55Filip Petkovski makes 8-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half41-57Aaron Nkrumah makes 7-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half41-59Antoine Lorick III makes layup (Aaron Nkrumah assists)
- 2nd Half44-59Andrija Bukumirovic makes 23-foot three point jumper (Filip Petkovski assists)
- 2nd Half44-62Aaron Nkrumah makes 26-foot three point jumper (Dante Harris assists)
- 2nd Half46-62Pedro Santos makes driving layup
- 2nd Half46-64Dante Harris makes 11-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half46-66Dante Harris makes 20-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half48-66Afan Trnka makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-66Pedro Santos makes 9-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half52-66Andrija Bukumirovic makes layup (Afan Trnka assists)
- 2nd Half52-68Kavien Jones makes 5-foot dunk (Dante Harris assists)
- 2nd Half55-68Filip Petkovski makes 26-foot three pointer
Win probability
Above the line favours Tennessee State Tigers, below favours UT Martin Skyhawks.
Venue
- Ford CenterEvansville, IN
- Attendance1487
- OfficialsBarry Mathis, Kevin Driver, Chris Fuller
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