Charleston Cougars Defeat William & Mary Tribe 88-79
Monday, January 5, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · TD Arena
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Who won William & Mary Tribe vs Charleston Cougars?
Charleston Cougars beat William & Mary Tribe 88-79 at TD Arena on January 5, 2026.
Who was favored in William & Mary Tribe vs Charleston Cougars?
Charleston Cougars were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -166 (about 62% implied). The favorite won.
The Charleston Cougars secured a solid victory against the William & Mary Tribe, finishing the game with a score of 88-79. This win is particularly significant as it marks Charleston's fifth consecutive victory, showcasing their strong form heading into the latter part of the season. The Cougars now hold a home record of 10-6, while the Tribe, despite their loss, maintain an impressive away record of 11-4.
In their last ten games, the Cougars have recorded a 7-3 record, averaging 75.6 points scored and allowing 73.8 points per game. Their recent performance has been highlighted by a five-game winning streak, during which they have averaged 79.6 points scored and 72.6 points allowed over their last five games. Charleston's home record stands at 4-2 in this stretch, indicating their strong performance at TD Arena.
On the other hand, the Tribe have also been performing well, with a 9-1 record in their last ten outings and a current three-game winning streak. They have averaged 86.5 points scored and 71.5 points allowed during this stretch. Their away record of 4-1 reflects their ability to compete effectively outside of their home venue.
Historically, the Cougars faced the Tribe earlier in the season on February 4, 2025, where they suffered a defeat with a score of 75-90. This recent victory against William & Mary not only avenges that earlier loss but also demonstrates Charleston's improvement and resilience.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details regarding player availability for either team, which could have influenced the game dynamics. However, the absence or presence of key players often plays a critical role in such matchups.
The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had the Cougars favored by 2.5 points, with a total set at 165.5 points. The odds for the Cougars to win outright were -166.0, while the Tribe's money line was priced at 140.0. This indicates that the market viewed the Cougars as slight favorites, reflecting their home advantage and recent form.
The game took place under typical conditions for basketball, with no adverse weather factors reported that could have impacted play. Viewers were treated to a competitive matchup, with Charleston's strong offensive showing being a key factor in their victory. Notable scoring plays included a 23-foot three-point jumper by Colby Duggan and an impressive alley-oop dunk by Jo'el Emanuel, which helped maintain the Cougars' lead in the second half.
Overall, the Charleston Cougars demonstrated their ability to perform under pressure, securing a vital win that enhances their momentum as they progress through the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | COFC -2.5 | 165.5 o -108 / u -112 | William & Mary Tribe +140 · Charleston Cougars -166 |
Leaders
- PointsMartin Kalu17Charleston Cougars
- AssistsJlynn Counter6Charleston Cougars
- ReboundsChristian Reeves10Charleston Cougars
- PointsTunde Vahlberg Fasasi20William & Mary Tribe
- AssistsChase Lowe5William & Mary Tribe
- ReboundsChase Lowe11William & Mary Tribe
Recent form
Charleston Cougars
Last 10: 7-3Streak W575.6 scored · 73.8 allowed per game4-2 at home
- W85-81at Elon PhoenixDec 31
- W72-63vs Drexel DragonsDec 30
- W85-74at Northern Kentucky NorseDec 21
- W82-78vs The Citadel BulldogsDec 18
- W74-67vs Charlotte 49ersDec 14
- L75-81at South Florida BullsDec 11
- L73-96vs Belmont BruinsNov 30
- W78-59at Evansville Purple AcesNov 24
- L63-74vs Yale BulldogsNov 23
- W69-65vs Massachusetts MinutemenNov 21
William & Mary Tribe
Last 10: 9-1Streak W386.5 scored · 71.5 allowed per game4-1 away
- W76-57vs Stony Brook SeawolvesDec 31
- W84-70vs Towson TigersDec 29
- W96-83vs Radford HighlandersDec 19
- L86-99at George Washington RevolutionariesDec 6
- W83-79at Duquesne DukesDec 3
- W88-75vs Old Dominion MonarchsNov 30
- W92-58at Abilene Christian WildcatsNov 25
- W74-63at UTEP MinersNov 24
- W104-57vs Regent RoyalsNov 21
- W82-74at Bowling Green FalconsNov 20
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNC Wilmington | 27-7 | - | 15-3 |
| Charleston | 21-11 | 1 | 14-4 |
| Hofstra | 24-11 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Monmouth | 19-15 | 4 | 11-7 |
| William & Mary | 20-12 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Drexel | 17-16 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Towson | 19-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Stony Brook | 17-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Campbell | 16-18 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Hampton | 13-19 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Elon | 14-18 | 9 | 6-12 |
| North Carolina A&T | 11-19 | 11 | 4-14 |
| Northeastern | 7-24 | 13 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | William & Mary Tribe | Charleston Cougars |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-77 | 27-58 |
| Field goal % | 32 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 9-36 | 11-29 |
| Three-point % | 25 | 38 |
| Free throws | 20-25 | 23-29 |
| Free throw % | 80 | 79 |
| Rebounds | 39 | 47 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 39 |
| Assists | 17 | 19 |
| Steals | 14 | 3 |
| Blocks | 3 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 6 | 19 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 22 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 25 | 17 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 30 |
| Fouls | 20 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 7 | 16 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 13 | 84 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half47-50Martin Kalu makes layup
- 2nd Half47-53Martin Kalu makes 26-foot three point jumper (Colby Duggan assists)
- 2nd Half47-56Jlynn Counter makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half47-58Colby Duggan makes layup (Chadlyn Traylor assists)
- 2nd Half50-58Kilian Brockhoff makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half52-58Chase Lowe makes layup
- 2nd Half52-60Chris Davis Jr. makes layup (Jaxon Prunty assists)
- 2nd Half52-61Chris Davis Jr. makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half55-61Tunde Vahlberg Fasasi makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jo'el Emanuel assists)
- 2nd Half56-61Kyle Pulliam makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-61Kyle Pulliam makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-64Martin Kalu makes 24-foot three point jumper (Connor Hickman assists)
- 2nd Half59-64Kilian Brockhoff makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half60-64Kilian Brockhoff makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half60-66Jlynn Counter makes 7-foot jumper
- 2nd Half60-67Jlynn Counter makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half62-67Tunde Vahlberg Fasasi makes layup (Chase Lowe assists)
- 2nd Half62-70Colby Duggan makes 25-foot three point jumper (Chol Machot assists)
- 2nd Half63-70Chase Lowe makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-70Chase Lowe makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-72Colby Duggan makes layup (Jlynn Counter assists)
- 2nd Half66-72Chase Lowe makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half66-73Jlynn Counter makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-74Jlynn Counter makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-74Kyle Pulliam makes 24-foot three point jumper (Tunde Vahlberg Fasasi assists)
- 2nd Half71-74Chase Lowe makes 14-foot jumper (Tunde Vahlberg Fasasi assists)
- 2nd Half72-74Jo'el Emanuel makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-76Christian Reeves makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half72-77Colby Duggan makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-78Colby Duggan makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-78Reese Miller makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kilian Brockhoff assists)
- 2nd Half75-81Connor Hickman makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jlynn Counter assists)
- 2nd Half75-84Colby Duggan makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jlynn Counter assists)
- 2nd Half76-84Jo'el Emanuel makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-85Jlynn Counter makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-86Jlynn Counter makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-86Jo'el Emanuel makes 4-foot alley oop dunk (Reese Miller assists)
- 2nd Half78-87Jlynn Counter makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half78-88Martin Kalu makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-88Reese Miller makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Charleston Cougars, below favours William & Mary Tribe.
Venue
- TD ArenaCharleston, SC
- Attendance4862
- OfficialsLee Cassell, A.J. Desai, Tommy Morrissey
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