VCU Rams Dominate Wagner Seahawks in Season Opener
Monday, November 3, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Siegel Center
VCU Rams 103, Wagner Seahawks 74, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Wagner Seahawks vs VCU Rams?
VCU Rams beat Wagner Seahawks 103-74 at Siegel Center on November 3, 2025.
The VCU Rams showcased a dominant performance in their season opener, defeating the Wagner Seahawks with a final score of 103-74. This game, held at the Siegel Center, highlighted VCU's strong home advantage and their impressive recent form. The Rams entered the matchup with a 1-0 record for the season, while the Seahawks fell to 0-1 after this loss.
VCU has been in excellent form, boasting a record of 9-1 over their last ten games, including a winning streak of three games. They averaged 74.1 points per game while allowing only 61.1 points during this stretch. In their last five games, they maintained a record of 4-1, scoring an average of 70.6 points and allowing 63.6 points. The Rams’ home record stands at 6-1, demonstrating their strength on their home court.
In contrast, Wagner has struggled recently, with a record of 3-7 over their last ten games and currently on a three-game losing streak. The Seahawks averaged just 58.4 points per game while allowing 61.7 points during this period. Their last five games resulted in a record of 2-3, with an average of 55.4 points scored and 56.4 points allowed. Wagner's away record is particularly concerning, standing at 1-5, indicating their difficulties in hostile environments.
The matchup was significant not only for the teams' current standings but also for their previous encounters. However, this game marked a fresh start for both teams as they entered the new season. The Rams capitalized on their home court advantage, and the Seahawks faced challenges in maintaining competitiveness.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide any specific details affecting either team, which means both squads likely entered the game at full strength. The conditions in the Siegel Center were conducive to a high-scoring affair, with VCU's fans providing a lively atmosphere that fueled their team's performance.
The market had priced VCU as a heavy favorite, reflecting their strong home record and recent form. This was evident in their commanding victory, where they maintained a home win probability of 1.0 throughout the game, indicating a complete lack of doubt about their ability to secure the win.
As the game unfolded, VCU's scoring was highlighted by a series of free throws in the second half, with Jordan Tillery contributing significantly to the scoreline. The Rams' offensive strategy proved effective, allowing them to build a substantial lead that Wagner could not overcome. The final score of 103-74 underscores the Rams' offensive prowess and their ability to control the game from start to finish.
Overall, this season opener sets a promising tone for VCU as they look to build on their strong performance, while Wagner will need to regroup and address their scoring issues if they hope to turn their season around.
Leaders
- PointsLazar Djokovic21VCU Rams
- AssistsBrandon Jennings6VCU Rams
- ReboundsBrandon Jennings8VCU Rams
- PointsSam Smith16Wagner Seahawks
- AssistsJaden Baker4Wagner Seahawks
- ReboundsBinael Basil9Wagner Seahawks
Recent form
VCU Rams
Last 10: 9-1Streak W374.1 scored · 61.1 allowed per game6-1 at home
- W68-63vs George Mason PatriotsMar 16
- W62-55vs Loyola Chicago RamblersMar 15
- W76-59vs St. Bonaventure BonniesMar 14
- L76-79vs Dayton FlyersMar 8
- W71-62at Duquesne DukesMar 5
- W80-56vs Davidson WildcatsMar 1
- W78-60at Richmond SpidersFeb 26
- W70-54vs George Mason PatriotsFeb 22
- W80-51vs Massachusetts MinutemenFeb 19
- W80-72at George Washington RevolutionariesFeb 13
Wagner Seahawks
Last 10: 3-7Streak L358.4 scored · 61.7 allowed per game1-5 away
- L55-58at Saint Francis Red WolvesMar 6
- L48-55vs Central Connecticut Blue DevilsMar 1
- L47-60at Long Island University SharksFeb 28
- W64-52at Chicago State CougarsFeb 22
- W63-57vs Stonehill SkyhawksFeb 21
- L68-72at Le Moyne DolphinsFeb 14
- L58-69at Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsFeb 8
- L47-60vs Long Island University SharksFeb 7
- W73-61vs Le Moyne DolphinsFeb 1
- L61-73at Stonehill SkyhawksJan 31
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long Island University | 24-11 | - | 15-3 |
| Central Connecticut | 18-12 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Mercyhurst | 17-17 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Le Moyne | 15-17 | 5 | 10-8 |
| New Haven | 14-17 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Wagner | 14-17 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Stonehill | 12-21 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Fairleigh Dickinson | 11-21 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Saint Francis | 7-24 | 10 | 5-13 |
| Chicago State | 7-25 | 10 | 5-13 |
| Saint Louis | 29-6 | - | 15-3 |
| VCU | 28-8 | - | 15-3 |
| Saint Joseph's | 24-12 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Dayton | 25-12 | 3 | 12-6 |
| George Mason | 23-10 | 4 | 11-7 |
| Davidson | 20-14 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Duquesne | 18-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| George Washington | 19-16 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Fordham | 17-15 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Rhode Island | 16-16 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Richmond | 15-17 | 10 | 5-13 |
| La Salle | 9-23 | 10 | 5-13 |
| St. Bonaventure | 17-17 | 11 | 4-14 |
| Loyola Chicago | 9-24 | 11 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Wagner Seahawks | VCU Rams |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-63 | 34-68 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 50 |
| Three-pointers | 7-17 | 14-34 |
| Three-point % | 41 | 41 |
| Free throws | 17-24 | 21-31 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 68 |
| Rebounds | 37 | 44 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 16 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 28 |
| Assists | 11 | 25 |
| Steals | 7 | 10 |
| Blocks | 3 | 9 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 2 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 20 |
| Fast-break points | 13 | 32 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 40 |
| Fouls | 25 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 1 | 34 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half52-65Nick Jones made Jumper.
- 2nd Half52-68Terrence Hill Jr. made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Ahmad Nowell.
- 2nd Half54-68Sam Smith made Jumper.
- 2nd Half56-68Michael Cooper made Layup. Assisted by Nick Jones.
- 2nd Half56-71Jadrian Tracey made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half57-71Jaden Baker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half58-71Jaden Baker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-71Sam Smith made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-71Sam Smith made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-72Michael Belle made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-73Michael Belle made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-76Lazar Djokovic made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Terrence Hill Jr..
- 2nd Half60-77Brandon Jennings made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-78Brandon Jennings made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half60-81Brandon Jennings made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Terrence Hill Jr..
- 2nd Half60-83Terrence Hill Jr. made Layup. Assisted by Brandon Jennings.
- 2nd Half60-85Brandon Jennings made Dunk. Assisted by Terrence Hill Jr..
- 2nd Half62-85Bineal Basil made Layup.
- 2nd Half62-87Lazar Djokovic made Dunk. Assisted by Terrence Hill Jr..
- 2nd Half62-88Lazar Djokovic made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half62-89Lazar Djokovic made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half63-89Jaden Baker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-89Jaden Baker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half64-91Ahmad Nowell made Layup.
- 2nd Half65-91Jaden Baker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-94Ahmad Nowell made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half65-95Barry Evans made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-97Brandon Jennings made Dunk. Assisted by Jordan Tillery.
- 2nd Half65-99Brandon Jennings made Layup.
- 2nd Half66-99Nick Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-99Nick Jones made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-99Nick Jones made Jumper.
- 2nd Half69-100Jordan Tillery made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half69-101Jordan Tillery made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half70-101Huscar Cuevas made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-101Huscar Cuevas made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half72-101Bryan Akanmu made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-101Makhai Anderson made Dunk. Assisted by Elijah Brown.
- 2nd Half74-102Jordan Tillery made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half74-103Jordan Tillery made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours VCU Rams, below favours Wagner Seahawks.
Venue
- Siegel CenterRichmond, VA
- Attendance7637
- OfficialsJason Page, Andrew Barksdale, Scott Bennett
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