South Florida Bulls Defeat Utah State Aggies 74-61
Thursday, December 4, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Yuengling Center
South Florida Bulls 74, Utah State Aggies 61, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Utah State Aggies vs South Florida Bulls?
South Florida Bulls beat Utah State Aggies 74-61 at Yuengling Center on December 4, 2025.
Who was favored in Utah State Aggies vs South Florida Bulls?
South Florida Bulls were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -135 (about 57% implied). The favorite won.
The South Florida Bulls secured a decisive victory over the Utah State Aggies, winning 74-61 in a game that showcased their resilience after a challenging stretch of games. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as it marked the first meeting between the two teams this season, with the Bulls looking to avenge their previous loss against the Aggies, which occurred on December 14, 2024, when they fell 67-88.
Entering this game, the Bulls held a home record of 5-4 and were 2-1 at home in their last three games. However, they were coming off a recent loss to the Colorado State Rams, where they were defeated 68-83. In their last ten games, the Bulls had a record of 4-6, with an average of 86.7 points scored and 81.7 points allowed. Their recent form showed a streak of one loss, and in their last five games, they averaged 86.8 points scored but allowed 88.8 points, indicating defensive vulnerabilities.
On the other hand, the Aggies entered the game with a strong away record of 7-1 and a remarkable overall record of 9-1, riding a seven-game winning streak. They had recently defeated the Montana State Bobcats 84-81, and their scoring average in the last ten games was 85.1 points, while they allowed only 65.9 points. In their last five games, they maintained an impressive average of 86.4 points scored and only 68.0 points allowed, demonstrating their solid defensive capabilities.
The Bulls played at their home venue, the Yuengling Center, where they had a record of 2-1 in their last three home games. The Aggies, conversely, had a perfect home record of 7-0 but had struggled slightly more in away games with a record of 2-1. The conditions for the game were favorable, and the market had the Bulls favored by 2.5 points according to DraftKings, with a total set at 162.5.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but both teams were able to field their rosters without notable absences affecting the outcome of the game. The Bulls' performance was bolstered by key contributions from players like Isaiah Jones and MJ Collins Jr., who made critical free throws in the second half to extend their lead.
The scoring plays in the second half highlighted the Bulls' ability to maintain control of the game. Adriel Nyorha made crucial free throws, and MJ Collins Jr. contributed with a jumper and additional free throws that helped the Bulls pull away. The Aggies struggled to keep pace, and despite Garry Clark's two-point tip shot, they could not close the gap.
Overall, this game was significant not only for the victory itself but also for the Bulls' ability to regain confidence after a rough patch. The win improved their record to 6-4, while the Aggies fell to 7-2, ending their impressive winning streak. The Bulls' performance demonstrated their offensive capabilities and highlighted areas for improvement defensively, as they prepare for upcoming challenges in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | USF -2.5 | 162.5 o -108 / u -112 | Utah State Aggies +114 · South Florida Bulls -135 |
Leaders
- PointsJoseph Pinion17South Florida Bulls
- AssistsCJ Brown5South Florida Bulls
- ReboundsIzaiyah Nelson10South Florida Bulls
- PointsMason Falslev19Utah State Aggies
- AssistsElijah Perryman5Utah State Aggies
- ReboundsMason Falslev8Utah State Aggies
Recent form
South Florida Bulls
Last 10: 4-6Streak L186.7 scored · 81.7 allowed per game2-1 at home
- L68-83vs Colorado State RamsNov 28
- W97-91at Western Kentucky HilltoppersNov 27
- L66-78at VCU RamsNov 26
- L95-103at Oklahoma State CowboysNov 20
- W108-89at Kennesaw State OwlsNov 16
- W100-50vs Coppin State EaglesNov 13
- L95-99at George Washington RevolutionariesNov 8
- W102-67vs Florida A&M RattlersNov 4
- L68-73at Wichita State ShockersMar 13
- L68-84at Memphis TigersMar 8
Utah State Aggies
Last 10: 9-1Streak W785.1 scored · 65.9 allowed per game2-1 away
- W84-81vs Montana State BobcatsNov 29
- W94-60at Davidson WildcatsNov 24
- W96-75at Tulane Green WaveNov 21
- W75-51vs UTEP MinersNov 15
- W83-73vs Weber State WildcatsNov 13
- W80-77vs VCU RamsNov 8
- W110-54vs Westminster (UT) GriffinsNov 4
- L72-83at Colorado State RamsMar 15
- W70-58vs UNLV RebelsMar 14
- W87-47vs Air Force FalconsMar 8
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| South Florida | 25-9 | - | 15-3 |
| Tulsa | 30-8 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Wichita State | 24-12 | 2 | 13-5 |
| UAB | 20-12 | 4 | 11-7 |
| North Texas | 19-14 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Florida Atlantic | 18-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Charlotte | 17-17 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Tulane | 18-15 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Temple | 16-16 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Memphis | 13-19 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Rice | 13-18 | 8 | 7-11 |
| East Carolina | 11-20 | 9 | 6-12 |
| UTSA | 5-25 | 14 | 1-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Utah State Aggies | South Florida Bulls |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-62 | 21-47 |
| Field goal % | 35 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 7-24 | 8-21 |
| Three-point % | 29 | 38 |
| Free throws | 10-15 | 24-32 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 75 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 40 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 31 |
| Assists | 11 | 13 |
| Steals | 8 | 7 |
| Blocks | 5 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 17 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 26 |
| Fouls | 21 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 23 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 96 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half25-47Daimion Collins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half28-47Adlan Elamin made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Elijah Perryman.
- 2nd Half30-47Kolby King made Jumper.
- 2nd Half30-50Joseph Pinion made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Josh Omojafo.
- 2nd Half33-50Adlan Elamin made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Elijah Perryman.
- 2nd Half34-50MJ Collins Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half35-50Mason Falslev made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half35-51Izaiyah Nelson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half35-52Izaiyah Nelson made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half35-54Wes Enis made Jumper.
- 2nd Half36-54Mason Falslev made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half36-55CJ Brown made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half36-58Joseph Pinion made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by CJ Brown.
- 2nd Half39-58Mason Falslev made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Drake Allen.
- 2nd Half39-60Daimion Collins made Dunk. Assisted by Joseph Pinion.
- 2nd Half41-60Drake Allen made Jumper.
- 2nd Half44-60Elijah Perryman made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Mason Falslev.
- 2nd Half44-61Josh Omojafo made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half44-62Daimion Collins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half44-63Daimion Collins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half44-64Josh Omojafo made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half44-65Josh Omojafo made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-65MJ Collins Jr. made Layup.
- 2nd Half48-65MJ Collins Jr. made Dunk.
- 2nd Half50-65Jordy Barnes made Layup.
- 2nd Half50-67Adriel Nyorha made Layup.
- 2nd Half51-67MJ Collins Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-67MJ Collins Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-67MJ Collins Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half53-69Wes Enis made Layup. Assisted by Joseph Pinion.
- 2nd Half55-69Mason Falslev made Layup.
- 2nd Half55-70Adriel Nyorha made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-71Adriel Nyorha made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-72Adriel Nyorha made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-72MJ Collins Jr. made Jumper.
- 2nd Half57-73Isaiah Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-74Isaiah Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-74MJ Collins Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-74MJ Collins Jr. made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-74Garry Clark made Two Point Tip Shot.
Win probability
Above the line favours South Florida Bulls, below favours Utah State Aggies.
Venue
- Yuengling CenterTampa, FL
- Attendance4131
- OfficialsByron Jarrett, Bart Lenox, Vladimir Voyard-Tadal
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