West Georgia Wolves Defeat North Florida Ospreys 85-73
Thursday, January 8, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · UNF Arena
West Georgia Wolves 85, North Florida Ospreys 73, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won West Georgia Wolves vs North Florida Ospreys?
West Georgia Wolves beat North Florida Ospreys 85-73 at UNF Arena on January 8, 2026.
Who was favored in West Georgia Wolves vs North Florida Ospreys?
West Georgia Wolves were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -155 (about 61% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the West Georgia Wolves defeated the North Florida Ospreys 85-73 at UNF Arena. This victory marks the Wolves' continued success as they improve their season record to 10-6, while the Ospreys fall to 2-15. The game showcased the Wolves' recent form, as they entered the contest on a two-game winning streak, having won six of their last ten games. In contrast, the Ospreys struggled significantly, suffering their eighth consecutive loss and winning just one of their last ten games.
The scoring average for the Ospreys has been concerning, as they averaged 77.1 points scored per game while allowing an alarming 90.9 points. Their last five games reflected a similar trend, with an average of 79.2 points scored and 98.4 points allowed. The Wolves, meanwhile, averaged 75.5 points scored and 78.5 points allowed over their last ten games, showing a more balanced performance.
At home, the Ospreys have a record of 1-3, while the Wolves have performed better on the road with a 2-2 away record. The previous meeting between these two teams occurred on January 25, 2025, where the Ospreys lost to the Wolves 72-92, further highlighting the challenges faced by North Florida against this opponent.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but it is worth noting that the Ospreys have faced difficulties throughout the season. The market reflected the Wolves' standing as favorites with a spread of 2.5 points, according to DraftKings, indicating a strong expectation of their performance. The total for the game was set at 164.5, suggesting a high-scoring affair, which ultimately aligned with the final score.
Conditions during the game were not detailed in the block, but the setting at UNF Arena typically provides a home-court advantage for the Ospreys. However, their inability to capitalize on this advantage has been evident throughout their recent struggles.
As for what viewers should watch for, the game featured several scoring plays that highlighted the Wolves' ability to maintain their lead. Key moments included Malcolm Noel and Josh Smith, who both made crucial free throws in the second half, extending the Wolves' lead to 85-71 before a late layup from Dalton Gayman brought the final score to 85-73.
Overall, this matchup illustrated the stark contrast in form between the two teams, with the Wolves continuing to build momentum while the Ospreys seek to reverse their fortunes.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | WGA -2.5 | 164.5 o -108 / u -112 | West Georgia Wolves -155 · North Florida Ospreys +130 |
Leaders
- PointsKamrin Oriol28North Florida Ospreys
- AssistsBJ Plummer5North Florida Ospreys
- ReboundsDalton Gayman8North Florida Ospreys
- PointsShelton Williams-Dryden27West Georgia Wolves
- AssistsMalcolm Noel4West Georgia Wolves
- ReboundsShelton Williams-Dryden10West Georgia Wolves
Recent form
North Florida Ospreys
Last 10: 1-9Streak L877.1 scored · 90.9 allowed per game1-3 at home
- L74-82at Lipscomb BisonsJan 3
- L83-102at Austin Peay GovernorsJan 2
- L82-90vs Columbia LionsDec 28
- L67-105at Miami HurricanesDec 21
- L90-113at Charleston Southern BuccaneersDec 18
- L61-84at Dayton FlyersDec 14
- L58-109at Gonzaga BulldogsDec 8
- L63-72vs SIU Edwardsville CougarsDec 3
- W111-67vs Trinity College of Jacksonville EaglesNov 29
- L82-85vs Prairie View A&M PanthersNov 23
West Georgia Wolves
Last 10: 6-4Streak W275.5 scored · 78.5 allowed per game2-2 away
- W88-76vs Eastern Kentucky ColonelsJan 3
- W87-85vs Bellarmine KnightsJan 2
- L74-103at Georgia BulldogsDec 22
- W70-49vs Brewton Parker WildcatsDec 18
- L85-91vs Georgia Southern EaglesDec 14
- L59-87vs Tennessee Tech Golden EaglesDec 6
- W93-89at Troy TrojansDec 2
- L66-82at Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsNov 23
- W72-64vs South Carolina Upstate SpartansNov 22
- W61-59at Tennessee Tech Golden EaglesNov 18
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utah Valley | 25-9 | - | 14-4 |
| California Baptist | 25-9 | 1 | 13-5 |
| Utah Tech | 19-15 | 2 | 11-7 |
| UT Arlington | 18-14 | 5 | 9-9 |
| Southern Utah | 10-22 | 7 | 6-12 |
| Tarleton State | 14-18 | 9 | 5-13 |
| Abilene Christian | 14-19 | 9 | 5-13 |
| Austin Peay | 22-9 | +1 | 15-3 |
| Central Arkansas | 22-12 | +1 | 15-3 |
| Queens University | 21-14 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Lipscomb | 19-13 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Florida Gulf Coast | 16-18 | 7 | 8-10 |
| West Georgia | 15-17 | 6 | 8-10 |
| Bellarmine | 13-19 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Jacksonville | 12-20 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Stetson | 12-21 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Eastern Kentucky | 11-21 | 7 | 7-11 |
| North Florida | 7-25 | 10 | 5-13 |
| North Alabama | 9-21 | 10 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | West Georgia Wolves | North Florida Ospreys |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-62 | 28-63 |
| Field goal % | 48 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 8-21 | 9-33 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 27 |
| Free throws | 17-20 | 8-11 |
| Free throw % | 85 | 73 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 32 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 22 |
| Assists | 10 | 15 |
| Steals | 8 | 6 |
| Blocks | 4 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 14 | 8 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 36 |
| Fouls | 16 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 14 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 98 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half49-47Kamrin Oriol makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half51-47Shelton Williams-Dryden makes layup (Malcolm Noel assists)
- 2nd Half53-47Shelton Williams-Dryden makes layup
- 2nd Half53-50Dalton Gayman makes 26-foot three point jumper (Kent Jackson assists)
- 2nd Half55-50Josh Smith makes 11-foot jumper
- 2nd Half55-52Kamrin Oriol makes layup
- 2nd Half57-52Shelton Williams-Dryden makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half59-52Shelton Williams-Dryden makes 8-foot jumper (Josh Smith assists)
- 2nd Half61-52Josh Smith makes 4-foot dunk
- 2nd Half62-52Shelton Williams-Dryden makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-52Shelton Williams-Dryden makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-52Kenneth Chime makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half65-53Kamrin Oriol makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-54Kamrin Oriol makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-55Kamrin Oriol makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-56Kamrin Oriol makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-58Kamrin Oriol makes layup
- 2nd Half66-58Josh Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-58Malcolm Noel makes 15-foot jumper
- 2nd Half68-61Dalton Gayman makes 25-foot three point jumper (BJ Plummer assists)
- 2nd Half70-61Shelton Williams-Dryden makes 15-foot jumper
- 2nd Half70-62Kamrin Oriol makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-63Kamrin Oriol makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-63Shelton Williams-Dryden makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half73-63Shelton Williams-Dryden makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half73-65Kamrin Oriol makes layup
- 2nd Half73-66Mason Lee makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-69Kamrin Oriol makes 26-foot three point jumper (BJ Plummer assists)
- 2nd Half76-69Malcolm Noel makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half77-69Shelton Williams-Dryden makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-71Kent Jackson makes layup
- 2nd Half78-71Malcolm Noel makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-71Malcolm Noel makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half80-71Josh Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half81-71Josh Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half82-71Malcolm Noel makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half83-71Malcolm Noel makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half84-71Josh Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half85-71Josh Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half85-73Dalton Gayman makes layup (Kamrin Oriol assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours North Florida Ospreys, below favours West Georgia Wolves.
Venue
- UNF ArenaJacksonville, FL
- Attendance1264
- OfficialsNelson Santiago, Luis Vazquez, Nick Nadeau
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