NCAAB · Final

Cincinnati Dominates Western Carolina in Season Opener

Monday, November 3, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Fifth Third Arena

Cincinnati Bearcats 94, Western Carolina Catamounts 63, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Western Carolina Catamounts vs Cincinnati Bearcats?

Cincinnati Bearcats beat Western Carolina Catamounts 94-63 at Fifth Third Arena on November 3, 2025.

The Cincinnati Bearcats showcased a commanding performance against the Western Carolina Catamounts, securing a decisive 94-63 victory at the Fifth Third Arena. This win marked Cincinnati's first game of the season, while Western Carolina fell to 0-1, continuing a troubling trend from their previous campaign.

Cincinnati entered the matchup with a home record of 1-0 and a recent form of 4-6 over their last ten games, including a loss in their most recent outing. The Bearcats averaged 68.1 points scored per game while allowing 69.7 points. In contrast, Western Carolina's recent form was considerably worse, with a record of 2-8 over their last ten games, and they had lost their last five contests. The Catamounts averaged 73.3 points scored but allowed a staggering 80.0 points per game.

The Bearcats demonstrated their strength at home, boasting a 3-1 record in their last four home games, while Western Carolina struggled on the road, failing to secure a win in their last six away games. This fixture was particularly notable as it marked the first meeting between these two programs, adding an element of intrigue to the contest.

In terms of player availability, the block does not provide specific details on injuries, but the performance of both teams indicated a full roster for Cincinnati, which capitalized on their home advantage. The Bearcats' scoring was highlighted by a series of impressive plays in the second half, including a three-point jumper from Day Day Thomas and multiple free throws from Marcus Kell, contributing to the team's significant lead.

The market had priced Cincinnati as a strong favorite, reflecting their home advantage and the recent struggles of Western Carolina. The odds attributed to the market provider indicated a high probability of a Cincinnati victory, which was ultimately fulfilled as they dominated throughout the game.

The conditions at Fifth Third Arena were favorable for the Bearcats, allowing them to establish an early lead and maintain control over the course of the game. Viewers were treated to a display of offensive prowess from Cincinnati, particularly in the second half, where they outscored Western Carolina significantly.

Overall, Cincinnati's performance in this season opener sets a positive tone for their campaign, while Western Carolina will need to regroup and address their defensive shortcomings as they look to bounce back in their upcoming games.

Leaders

PointsBaba Miller18Cincinnati Bearcats
AssistsKerr Kriisa4Cincinnati Bearcats
ReboundsBaba Miller10Cincinnati Bearcats
PointsCord Stansberry23Western Carolina Catamounts
AssistsTahlan Pettway3Western Carolina Catamounts
ReboundsMarcus Kell9Western Carolina Catamounts

Recent form

Cincinnati Bearcats

Last 10: 4-6Streak L168.1 scored · 69.7 allowed per game3-1 at home

L56-76at Iowa State CyclonesMar 12
W87-68at Oklahoma State CowboysMar 11
L67-78at Oklahoma State CowboysMar 8
L49-54vs Kansas State WildcatsMar 6
L64-73at Houston CougarsMar 1
W69-67vs Baylor BearsFeb 26
W75-63vs TCU Horned FrogsFeb 22
L59-62at West Virginia MountaineersFeb 20
L70-81at Iowa State CyclonesFeb 15
W85-75vs Utah UtesFeb 12

Western Carolina Catamounts

Last 10: 2-8Streak L573.3 scored · 80 allowed per game0-6 away

L66-67at Mercer BearsMar 7
L69-81at Mercer BearsMar 1
L67-90vs Wofford TerriersFeb 27
L72-93at Samford BulldogsFeb 22
L86-91at Chattanooga MocsFeb 20
W76-73vs The Citadel BulldogsFeb 15
W76-67vs East Tennessee State BuccaneersFeb 12
L70-74at UNC Greensboro SpartansFeb 8
L75-84at Furman PaladinsFeb 6
L76-80vs VMI KeydetsFeb 1

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
East Tennessee State	23-11	-	13-5
Mercer	19-13	2	11-7
Wofford	19-13	2	11-7
Samford	18-14	2	11-7
Furman	22-13	3	10-8
Western Carolina	15-16	3	10-8
UNC Greensboro	15-19	4	9-9
Chattanooga	13-19	6	7-11
The Citadel	11-22	6	7-11
VMI	6-26	12	1-17
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

Box score

Stat	Western Carolina Catamounts	Cincinnati Bearcats
Field goals	23-64	32-59
Field goal %	36	54
Three-pointers	9-27	10-28
Three-point %	33	36
Free throws	8-14	20-30
Free throw %	57	67
Rebounds	37	36
Offensive rebounds	14	7
Defensive rebounds	23	29
Assists	12	20
Steals	8	11
Blocks	1	7
Turnovers	22	15
Team turnovers	3	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	13	26
Fast-break points	0	16
Points in the paint	22	30
Fouls	23	15
Largest lead	0	33

How the scoring went

2nd Half31-56Cord Stansberry made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Julien Soumaoro.
2nd Half31-58Baba Miller made Dunk. Assisted by Kerr Kriisa.
2nd Half31-59Baba Miller made Free Throw.
2nd Half34-59Tahlan Pettway made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Chase McKey.
2nd Half34-61Tyler McKinley made Layup. Assisted by Jalen Celestine.
2nd Half34-62Keyshuan Tillery made Free Throw.
2nd Half37-62Cord Stansberry made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Justin Johnson.
2nd Half38-62Justin Johnson made Free Throw.
2nd Half38-63Shon Abaev made Free Throw.
2nd Half38-64Shon Abaev made Free Throw.
2nd Half40-64Tahlan Pettway made Jumper.
2nd Half43-64Marcus Kell made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tahlan Pettway.
2nd Half45-64Cord Stansberry made Jumper.
2nd Half46-64Cord Stansberry made Free Throw.
2nd Half46-65Moustapha Thiam made Free Throw.
2nd Half46-66Moustapha Thiam made Free Throw.
2nd Half46-69Moustapha Thiam made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Kerr Kriisa.
2nd Half49-69Julien Soumaoro made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tahlan Pettway.
2nd Half49-71Baba Miller made Jumper.
2nd Half49-73Baba Miller made Jumper.
2nd Half51-73Marcus Kell made Jumper.
2nd Half51-75Moustapha Thiam made Jumper.
2nd Half53-75Julien Soumaoro made Layup. Assisted by Samuel Dada.
2nd Half54-75CJ Hyland made Free Throw.
2nd Half55-75CJ Hyland made Free Throw.
2nd Half55-77Moustapha Thiam made Jumper.
2nd Half57-77CJ Hyland made Layup. Assisted by Marcus Kell.
2nd Half57-78Moustapha Thiam made Free Throw.
2nd Half57-79Moustapha Thiam made Free Throw.
2nd Half57-80Baba Miller made Free Throw.
2nd Half57-81Baba Miller made Free Throw.
2nd Half59-81Justin Johnson made Jumper.
2nd Half59-83Shon Abaev made Jumper. Assisted by Tyler McKinley.
2nd Half59-86Day Day Thomas made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Keyshuan Tillery.
2nd Half60-86Marcus Kell made Free Throw.
2nd Half61-86Marcus Kell made Free Throw.
2nd Half61-89Shon Abaev made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half61-92Jordi Rodriguez made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Keyshuan Tillery.
2nd Half61-94Shon Abaev made Layup.
2nd Half63-94Cord Stansberry made Layup.

Win probability

Above the line favours Cincinnati Bearcats, below favours Western Carolina Catamounts.