Xavier Musketeers Defeat West Virginia Mountaineers 78-68
Sunday, November 23, 2025, 3:30 PM ET · TD Arena
Xavier Musketeers 78, West Virginia Mountaineers 68, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won West Virginia Mountaineers vs Xavier Musketeers?
Xavier Musketeers beat West Virginia Mountaineers 78-68 at TD Arena on November 23, 2025.
In a compelling matchup at TD Arena, the Xavier Musketeers secured a 78-68 victory over the West Virginia Mountaineers. This game showcased the Musketeers' ability to bounce back from a recent loss, as they entered the contest with a home record of 4-3 and a last ten games record of 6-4, while the Mountaineers, boasting a 5-2 away record, were looking to maintain their strong start to the season.
Xavier's recent form has been a mix of highs and lows, with their last game resulting in a narrow loss to the Georgia Bulldogs, 77-78. However, they had previously shown offensive prowess, averaging 78.3 points scored per game while allowing 74.2 points. In their last five games, they averaged 76.0 points scored and 76.8 points allowed, indicating a need for improvement on the defensive end. Their home record of 5-3 highlights their capability to perform well in front of their fans, despite the recent setback against Georgia.
The Mountaineers, on the other hand, entered the game with a solid recent record of 7-3 over their last ten games, although they were also coming off a loss, having fallen to the Clemson Tigers 67-70. They averaged 69.0 points scored and allowed only 62.2 points, showcasing a strong defensive performance throughout the season. Their last five games saw them average 72.2 points scored against 58.0 allowed, reflecting a dominant defensive strategy that has been effective in their victories.
Historically, both teams have faced each other in previous matchups, but the details of those encounters were not provided in the block. Therefore, this game represented a fresh chapter in their competitive history.
In terms of player availability, the block did not specify any injuries affecting either team, suggesting both squads were at full strength for this important matchup. This absence of injury concerns likely contributed to the competitive nature of the game.
The market had priced the game with Xavier as the favored team, reflecting their home advantage and recent performance trends. The odds attributed to this matchup were not explicitly stated in the block, but the home win probability stood at 1.0, indicating a strong expectation for the Musketeers to emerge victorious.
Conditions inside TD Arena were conducive to a high-energy game, with both teams bringing their respective strengths to the court. Xavier's scoring plays were highlighted by key contributions in the second half, including a three-point jumper by Filip Borovicanin and several crucial layups and tip shots by Tre Carroll and Treysen Eaglestaff, which helped maintain their lead.
As the game progressed, Xavier's ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities and their defensive efforts ultimately secured their victory. The final score of 78-68 reflects not only their offensive capabilities but also their resilience in overcoming recent challenges, setting the stage for what could be a promising season ahead.
Leaders
- PointsJovan Milicevic21Xavier Musketeers
- AssistsRoddie Anderson III5Xavier Musketeers
- ReboundsJovan Milicevic7Xavier Musketeers
- PointsTreysen Eaglestaff20West Virginia Mountaineers
- AssistsTreysen Eaglestaff4West Virginia Mountaineers
- ReboundsJasper Floyd6West Virginia Mountaineers
Recent form
Xavier Musketeers
Last 10: 6-4Streak L178.3 scored · 74.2 allowed per game5-3 at home
- L77-78vs Georgia BulldogsNov 22
- W99-69vs Old Dominion MonarchsNov 19
- L62-81at Iowa HawkeyesNov 15
- L68-87vs Santa Clara BroncosNov 11
- W74-69vs Le Moyne DolphinsNov 7
- W66-62vs Marist Red FoxesNov 4
- L87-89vs Marquette Golden EaglesMar 13
- W76-68vs Providence FriarsMar 8
- W91-78at Butler BulldogsMar 6
- W83-61vs Creighton BluejaysMar 1
West Virginia Mountaineers
Last 10: 7-3Streak L169 scored · 62.2 allowed per game1-2 away
- L67-70at Clemson TigersNov 21
- W81-59vs Lafayette LeopardsNov 18
- W71-49vs Pittsburgh PanthersNov 13
- W69-47vs Lehigh Mountain HawksNov 9
- W73-65vs Campbell Fighting CamelsNov 7
- W70-54vs Mount St. Mary's MountaineersNov 5
- L60-67vs Colorado BuffaloesMar 12
- W72-65vs UCF KnightsMar 8
- W71-69at Utah UtesMar 5
- L56-77at BYU CougarsMar 2
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arizona | 36-3 | - | 16-2 |
| Houston | 30-7 | 2 | 14-4 |
| Iowa State | 29-8 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Kansas | 24-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| Texas Tech | 23-11 | 4 | 12-6 |
| TCU | 23-12 | 5 | 11-7 |
| BYU | 23-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| UCF | 21-12 | 7 | 9-9 |
| West Virginia | 21-14 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Cincinnati | 18-15 | 7 | 9-9 |
| Colorado | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Arizona State | 17-16 | 9 | 7-11 |
| Oklahoma State | 20-15 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Baylor | 17-17 | 10 | 6-12 |
| Kansas State | 12-20 | 13 | 3-15 |
| Utah | 10-22 | 14 | 2-16 |
| St. John's | 30-7 | - | 18-2 |
| UConn | 34-6 | 1 | 17-3 |
| Villanova | 24-9 | 3 | 15-5 |
| Seton Hall | 21-12 | 8 | 10-10 |
| Creighton | 16-18 | 9 | 9-11 |
| DePaul | 16-16 | 10 | 8-12 |
| Butler | 16-16 | 11 | 7-13 |
| Providence | 15-18 | 11 | 7-13 |
| Marquette | 12-20 | 11 | 7-13 |
| Georgetown | 16-18 | 12 | 6-14 |
| Xavier | 15-18 | 12 | 6-14 |
Box score
| Stat | West Virginia Mountaineers | Xavier Musketeers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-58 | 25-55 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 6-22 | 16-25 |
| Three-point % | 27 | 64 |
| Free throws | 12-15 | 12-12 |
| Free throw % | 80 | 100 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 4 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 27 |
| Assists | 13 | 19 |
| Steals | 4 | 4 |
| Blocks | 4 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 3 | 5 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 14 |
| Fouls | 13 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 8 | 13 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half34-42All Wright made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tre Carroll.
- 2nd Half35-42Honor Huff made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half36-42Honor Huff made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half37-42Honor Huff made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half37-44Jovan Milicevic made Jumper.
- 2nd Half39-44Honor Huff made Jumper.
- 2nd Half41-44Treysen Eaglestaff made Jumper.
- 2nd Half41-47Jovan Milicevic made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Roddie Anderson III.
- 2nd Half41-49Jovan Milicevic made Layup.
- 2nd Half43-49DJ Thomas made Layup. Assisted by Treysen Eaglestaff.
- 2nd Half43-51Roddie Anderson III made Layup.
- 2nd Half43-52Roddie Anderson III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half43-53Roddie Anderson III made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-53Honor Huff made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Amir Jenkins.
- 2nd Half46-54Isaiah Walker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half46-55Isaiah Walker made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-55Harlan Obioha made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half47-57Isaiah Walker made Layup. Assisted by Jovan Milicevic.
- 2nd Half50-57Honor Huff made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by DJ Thomas.
- 2nd Half51-57Honor Huff made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half51-60Jovan Milicevic made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by All Wright.
- 2nd Half52-60Amir Jenkins made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half52-63All Wright made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Filip Borovicanin.
- 2nd Half55-63Brenen Lorient made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jasper Floyd.
- 2nd Half55-66Tre Carroll made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Filip Borovicanin.
- 2nd Half56-66Treysen Eaglestaff made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half57-66Treysen Eaglestaff made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half59-66Honor Huff made Layup.
- 2nd Half60-66Honor Huff made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-66Honor Huff made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half61-69All Wright made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Filip Borovicanin.
- 2nd Half63-69Treysen Eaglestaff made Jumper.
- 2nd Half63-72Filip Borovicanin made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Roddie Anderson III.
- 2nd Half63-74Jovan Milicevic made Layup.
- 2nd Half63-76Tre Carroll made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half65-76Treysen Eaglestaff made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half65-77All Wright made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half65-78All Wright made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half67-78Treysen Eaglestaff made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half68-78Treysen Eaglestaff made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Xavier Musketeers, below favours West Virginia Mountaineers.
Venue
- TD ArenaCharleston, SC
- Attendance3823
- OfficialsChuck Jones, Evon Burroughs, Jason Garretson
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