NCAAB · Final/2OT

Charlotte 49ers Edge Wichita State in Double Overtime

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104

Saturday, January 3, 2026, 6:10 PM ET · Halton Arena

Charlotte 49ers 104, Wichita State Shockers 100, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Wichita State Shockers vs Charlotte 49ers?

Charlotte 49ers beat Wichita State Shockers 104-100 at Halton Arena on January 3, 2026.

Who was favored in Wichita State Shockers vs Charlotte 49ers?

Wichita State Shockers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -270 (about 73% implied). The underdog won.

In a thrilling encounter that extended into double overtime, the Charlotte 49ers triumphed over the Wichita State Shockers with a final score of 104-100. This matchup at Halton Arena showcased a remarkable display of resilience and skill from both teams, making it a fixture worth noting in the NCAAB calendar. Charlotte's victory marks a significant moment for the team, who had been struggling in their recent games.

Entering this game, the Charlotte 49ers had a home record of 7-8 and were 4-3 at home, while the Wichita State Shockers boasted a better away record of 9-6, with a 2-2 record on the road. Charlotte had been on a slight downturn, with a record of 4-6 in their last ten games, including a recent loss to the Temple Owls, where they fell 73-76. Their scoring average over the last ten games was 71.7 points per game, while they allowed an average of 72.3 points. In contrast, Wichita State had found some momentum, winning three consecutive games and posting a 6-4 record in their last ten outings. The Shockers averaged 75.4 points scored per game while allowing 67.8 points.

Historically, this matchup had not favored Charlotte, as they had lost both previous meetings against Wichita State earlier in the season. The 49ers fell 58-66 at home on February 5 and 59-68 away on January 15. This context added weight to the significance of their victory in this game, as they managed to overcome their prior defeats and demonstrate their growth as a team.

In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but the absence of key players can often affect team performance in such tightly contested games. The market had Wichita State favored by 5.5 points according to DraftKings, with a total set at 140.5. This indicates that the expectation was for a competitive game, which ultimately played out as anticipated.

The conditions at Halton Arena were conducive to an exciting basketball game, and the atmosphere was electric as fans witnessed a back-and-forth battle. The scoring plays in the final moments of the second overtime were particularly intense. Nick Richart's free throws and Karon Boyd's tip-in layup kept the game tight, while Arden Conyers' three-pointer and subsequent free throw sealed the victory for Charlotte.

Viewers should have noted the strategic plays and clutch performances that defined this game. The 49ers' ability to execute under pressure, particularly in overtime, showcased their determination and skill. This victory not only boosts Charlotte's confidence but also serves as a reminder of their potential in the league moving forward.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	WICH -5.5	140.5 o -105 / u -115	Wichita State Shockers -270 · Charlotte 49ers +220

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Leaders

PointsDezayne Mingo26Charlotte 49ers
AssistsDezayne Mingo10Charlotte 49ers
ReboundsAnton Bonke11Charlotte 49ers
PointsKenyon Giles27Wichita State Shockers
AssistsMichael Gray Jr.4Wichita State Shockers
ReboundsKaron Boyd12Wichita State Shockers

Recent form

Charlotte 49ers

Last 10: 4-6Streak L171.7 scored · 72.3 allowed per game4-3 at home

L73-76vs Temple OwlsDec 31
W88-76vs UIC FlamesDec 21
W81-67vs Lafayette LeopardsDec 19
L67-74at Charleston CougarsDec 14
L53-79vs Utah State AggiesDec 7
W74-57vs North Carolina A&T AggiesDec 3
L66-71vs Richmond SpidersNov 28
L69-79at Illinois State RedbirdsNov 27
W83-79vs Shaw BearsNov 23
L63-65at App State MountaineersNov 21

Wichita State Shockers

Last 10: 6-4Streak W375.4 scored · 67.8 allowed per game2-2 away

W75-70at UAB BlazersDec 31
W88-57vs Eastern Kentucky ColonelsDec 21
W84-73vs Wofford TerriersDec 18
L58-61vs DePaul Blue DemonsDec 13
W74-69at Northern Iowa PanthersDec 7
W95-69vs Mount Marty LancersDec 3
L70-75at Western Kentucky HilltoppersNov 29
L70-76at Colorado State RamsNov 28
L65-70vs Saint Mary's GaelsNov 27
W75-58vs Milwaukee PanthersNov 23

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
South Florida	25-9	-	15-3
Tulsa	30-8	2	13-5
Wichita State	24-12	2	13-5
UAB	20-12	4	11-7
North Texas	19-14	6	9-9
Florida Atlantic	18-15	6	9-9
Charlotte	17-17	6	9-9
Tulane	18-15	7	8-10
Temple	16-16	7	8-10
Memphis	13-19	7	8-10
Rice	13-18	8	7-11
East Carolina	11-20	9	6-12
UTSA	5-25	14	1-17

Box score

Stat	Wichita State Shockers	Charlotte 49ers
Field goals	36-75	32-66
Field goal %	48	48
Three-pointers	10-26	11-29
Three-point %	38	38
Free throws	18-22	29-38
Free throw %	82	76
Rebounds	44	35
Offensive rebounds	23	17
Defensive rebounds	21	18
Assists	13	15
Steals	3	4
Blocks	3	7
Turnovers	11	9
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	12	20
Fast-break points	4	8
Points in the paint	44	36
Fouls	24	18
Largest lead	18	4
Lead changes	9	9
Time in front	67	23

How the scoring went

2nd Half73-67Kenyon Giles makes free throw 1 of 3
2nd Half74-67Kenyon Giles makes free throw 2 of 3
2nd Half75-67Kenyon Giles makes free throw 3 of 3
2nd Half75-69Damoni Harrison makes 5-foot dunk (Dezayne Mingo assists)
2nd Half75-70Dezayne Mingo makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half75-71Dezayne Mingo makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half78-71Kenyon Giles makes 26-foot three point jumper
2nd Half78-73Anton Bonke makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half78-74Raul Villar makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half78-75Raul Villar makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half79-75Michael Gray Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half80-75Michael Gray Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half80-77Anton Bonke makes 0-foot tip in dunk
2nd Half80-80Damoni Harrison makes 23-foot three point jumper (Dezayne Mingo assists)
OT81-80Will Berg makes free throw 1 of 2
OT81-82Dezayne Mingo makes driving layup
OT83-82Karon Boyd makes 7-foot hook shot
OT83-83Dezayne Mingo makes free throw 1 of 2
OT83-84Dezayne Mingo makes free throw 2 of 2
OT85-84Karon Boyd makes layup
OT87-84Michael Gray Jr. makes 18-foot turnaround jump shot (Karon Boyd assists)
OT87-86Raul Villar makes driving layup
OT88-86Karon Boyd makes free throw 1 of 2
OT89-86Karon Boyd makes free throw 2 of 2
OT89-87Arden Conyers makes free throw 1 of 3
OT89-88Arden Conyers makes free throw 2 of 3
OT91-88TJ Williams makes driving layup
OT91-91Dezayne Mingo makes 25-foot three point jumper
2OT91-94Dezayne Mingo makes 24-foot three point jumper
2OT93-94Karon Boyd makes layup
2OT93-97Dezayne Mingo makes 25-foot three point jumper
2OT95-97Dre Kindell makes 18-foot step back jumpshot
2OT95-98Nick Richart makes free throw 2 of 2
2OT97-98Will Berg makes 5-foot dunk (Kenyon Giles assists)
2OT97-99Dezayne Mingo makes free throw 1 of 2
2OT97-100Dezayne Mingo makes free throw 2 of 2
2OT99-100Karon Boyd makes 0-foot tip in layup
2OT100-100Karon Boyd makes free throw 1 of 1
2OT100-103Arden Conyers makes 25-foot three point jumper (Dezayne Mingo assists)
2OT100-104Arden Conyers makes free throw 1 of 1