Thunderbirds Dominate Eagles in Lopsided Victory
Monday, December 1, 2025, 8:30 PM ET · America First Events Center
Southern Utah Thunderbirds 124, West Coast Baptist Eagles 59, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won West Coast Baptist Eagles vs Southern Utah Thunderbirds?
Southern Utah Thunderbirds beat West Coast Baptist Eagles 124-59 at America First Events Center on December 1, 2025.
In a commanding display, the Southern Utah Thunderbirds defeated the West Coast Baptist Eagles 124-59 at the America First Events Center. This victory marks a significant achievement for the Thunderbirds, who have struggled recently, but managed to secure a decisive win against the Eagles, who have been on a downward spiral.
The Thunderbirds entered this game with a home record of 4-6 and a recent form of 3-7 over their last ten games. Despite their overall struggles, they showcased their offensive capabilities, averaging 74.6 points scored per game while allowing 76.9. In their last five outings, they averaged 78.0 points but allowed 79.4, indicating a need for defensive improvement. However, they found their rhythm against the Eagles, scoring an impressive 124 points.
Conversely, the Eagles have faced significant challenges, entering the game with a record of 0-3 in their last three contests and a dismal scoring average of 44.0 points, while allowing an astonishing 123.3 points per game. Their last three games resulted in losses of 59-124 to the Thunderbirds, 35-116 to the Utah Valley Wolverines, and 38-130 to the Weber State Wildcats. The Eagles’ performance has raised concerns about their ability to compete, especially on the road, where they now hold an 0-3 record.
In their previous meeting earlier in the season, the Thunderbirds also triumphed over the Eagles, winning 124-59. This latest result reinforces the Thunderbirds' dominance in this matchup, as they now lead the head-to-head record 1-0 for the season.
The injury report for both teams was not detailed in the provided facts, but the Thunderbirds' ability to execute their game plan effectively suggests they were at full strength. The Eagles, however, have struggled to find a winning combination, which may be exacerbated by any potential injuries or lack of cohesion on the court.
The market had priced the Thunderbirds as overwhelming favorites, with a home win probability of 1.0 according to the data. This reflects the confidence in their ability to perform well at home, especially against a struggling opponent like the Eagles.
Conditions during the game appeared favorable for the Thunderbirds, allowing them to capitalize on their home-court advantage. The atmosphere at the America First Events Center likely contributed to their strong performance, energizing the players and fans alike.
Viewers should have noted the Thunderbirds' offensive efficiency, particularly in their ability to score from beyond the arc and capitalize on free-throw opportunities. Key scoring plays included a series of three-point jumpers and layups that showcased their offensive depth and versatility. The scoring plays highlighted a team effort, with contributions from multiple players, including Da'Vian Brooks and Kai Burdick, who both made significant impacts in the second half.
In conclusion, the Southern Utah Thunderbirds' emphatic victory over the West Coast Baptist Eagles serves as a reminder of their potential when firing on all cylinders. The Eagles, on the other hand, will need to regroup and address their ongoing struggles as they look to turn their season around.
Leaders
- PointsDylan Jones26Southern Utah Thunderbirds
- AssistsLorenzo Abellar10Southern Utah Thunderbirds
- ReboundsKai Burdick8Southern Utah Thunderbirds
- PointsDa'Vian Brooks27West Coast Baptist Eagles
- AssistsJimmie Proctor2West Coast Baptist Eagles
- ReboundsDa'Vian Brooks6West Coast Baptist Eagles
Recent form
Southern Utah Thunderbirds
Last 10: 3-7Streak L374.6 scored · 76.9 allowed per game1-4 at home
- L63-69at UT Arlington MavericksMar 13
- L75-82vs California Baptist LancersMar 8
- L88-92vs Utah Valley WolverinesMar 6
- W81-67vs Utah Tech TrailblazersMar 1
- L83-87at Abilene Christian WildcatsFeb 21
- L74-78at Tarleton State TexansFeb 20
- W78-73at UT Arlington MavericksFeb 14
- L66-83vs California Baptist LancersFeb 13
- L59-62vs Tarleton State TexansFeb 8
- W79-76at Abilene Christian WildcatsJan 31
West Coast Baptist Eagles
Last 3: 0-3Streak L344 scored · 123.3 allowed per game0-3 away
- L59-124at Southern Utah ThunderbirdsDec 2
- L35-116at Utah Valley WolverinesNov 5
- L38-130at Weber State WildcatsNov 4
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland State | 20-11 | - | 13-5 |
| Montana State | 18-14 | 1 | 12-6 |
| Eastern Washington | 14-19 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Northern Colorado | 20-12 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Montana | 18-16 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Weber State | 16-16 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Idaho | 21-15 | 4 | 9-9 |
| Sacramento State | 10-21 | 8 | 6-12 |
| Idaho State | 13-20 | 8 | 5-13 |
| Northern Arizona | 10-22 | 9 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | West Coast Baptist Eagles | Southern Utah Thunderbirds |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 20-61 | 47-87 |
| Field goal % | 33 | 54 |
| Three-pointers | 4-22 | 23-52 |
| Three-point % | 18 | 44 |
| Free throws | 15-23 | 7-9 |
| Free throw % | 65 | 78 |
| Rebounds | 28 | 57 |
| Offensive rebounds | 4 | 17 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 40 |
| Assists | 6 | 32 |
| Steals | 8 | 10 |
| Blocks | 4 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 14 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 7 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 1 | 4 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 46 |
| Fouls | 8 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 72 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half29-72Jaiden Feroah made Layup. Assisted by Tanner Hayhurst.
- 2nd Half31-72Jimmie Proctor made Jumper. Assisted by John Lawrenz.
- 2nd Half31-74Kai Burdick made Layup. Assisted by Cale Barclay.
- 2nd Half32-74Da'Vian Brooks made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half33-74Da'Vian Brooks made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half33-76Kai Burdick made Jumper.
- 2nd Half33-79Dylan Jones made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half33-82Jalen Lee made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Logan Stephens.
- 2nd Half33-85Dylan Jones made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Logan Stephens.
- 2nd Half33-87Logan Stephens made Layup.
- 2nd Half34-87Da'Vian Brooks made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half34-90Logan Stephens made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Zeplin Kidd.
- 2nd Half36-90Trevor Vermillion made Layup.
- 2nd Half36-93Dylan Jones made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kai Burdick.
- 2nd Half36-95Jalen Lee made Layup.
- 2nd Half38-95Isaias Salgado made Layup.
- 2nd Half38-97Dylan Jones made Layup.
- 2nd Half38-100Dylan Jones made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jalen Lee.
- 2nd Half39-100Lance Figg made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-100Lance Figg made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half40-103Dylan Jones made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half40-106Dylan Jones made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Cale Barclay.
- 2nd Half42-106Trevor Vermillion made Layup. Assisted by Isaias Salgado.
- 2nd Half42-109Brayden Johnson made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Dylan Jones.
- 2nd Half44-109Da'Vian Brooks made Layup.
- 2nd Half45-109Jimmie Proctor made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half45-111Dylan Jones made Layup. Assisted by Langston Binns.
- 2nd Half47-111Isaias Salgado made Jumper.
- 2nd Half47-113Dylan Jones made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-113Da'Vian Brooks made Layup. Assisted by Ben White.
- 2nd Half49-115Zeplin Kidd made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-118Zeplin Kidd made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Lorenzo Abellar.
- 2nd Half50-118Isaias Salgado made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half50-121Langston Binns made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Lorenzo Abellar.
- 2nd Half51-121Zach Clay made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-121Zach Clay made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-124Kai Burdick made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Brayden Johnson.
- 2nd Half55-124Da'Vian Brooks made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half57-124Zach Clay made Layup.
- 2nd Half59-124Isaias Salgado made Layup.
Win probability
Above the line favours Southern Utah Thunderbirds, below favours West Coast Baptist Eagles.
Venue
- America First Events CenterCedar City, UT
- Attendance565
- OfficialsDeron White, Deldre Carr, Chad Shepherd
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