William & Mary Triumphs Over UNC Wilmington in Close Contest
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Trask Coliseum
William & Mary Tribe 85, UNC Wilmington Seahawks 78, 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 William & Mary Tribe vs UNC Wilmington Seahawks?
William & Mary Tribe beat UNC Wilmington Seahawks 85-78 at Trask Coliseum on February 5, 2026.
Who was favored in William & Mary Tribe vs UNC Wilmington Seahawks?
UNC Wilmington Seahawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -218 (about 69% implied). The underdog won.
In an exciting matchup at Trask Coliseum, the William & Mary Tribe secured a victory against the UNC Wilmington Seahawks with a final score of 85-78. This game was particularly noteworthy as it marked the second consecutive win for William & Mary over UNC Wilmington, having also defeated them in their previous encounter on January 23, 2026, by a score of 77-70.
Both teams entered the game with distinct recent forms. The Seahawks boasted a strong home record of 19-4 and had been performing well at home, with a recent record of 9-1 over their last ten games, including a two-game winning streak. They averaged 76.8 points scored while allowing 67.3 points during this stretch. In contrast, the Tribe, with an overall record of 15-8, had a more mixed performance lately, going 5-5 in their last ten games and currently on a two-game losing streak. They averaged 80.2 points scored and allowed 78.4 points per game in that same timeframe.
At home, UNC Wilmington had a record of 4-0 in their last four home games, while William & Mary struggled away from home, holding an away record of 0-4 recently. This fixture was significant not just for the standings but also for the rivalry, as the teams had met three times in the last two seasons, with UNC Wilmington leading the all-time series 2-1.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the performance of both teams was critical as they approached the final stretch of the season. The market had UNC Wilmington favored by 4.5 points according to DraftKings, with a total set at 159.5. The odds reflected a competitive matchup, with UNC Wilmington's moneyline at -218.0 and William & Mary's at 180.0.
The game conditions were favorable for basketball, with both teams looking to capitalize on their strengths. Viewers were keen to watch for standout performances, particularly from William & Mary's Reese Miller, who made several crucial free throws in the second half, contributing significantly to their scoring run. As the game progressed, Miller's free throws helped extend the Tribe's lead, showcasing their ability to perform under pressure.
In summary, William & Mary's victory over UNC Wilmington not only highlighted their resilience but also set the stage for an intriguing finish to the season as both teams continue to vie for positioning in the league.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UNCW -4.5 | 159.5 o -115 / u -105 | William & Mary Tribe +180 · UNC Wilmington Seahawks -218 |
Leaders
- PointsNolan Hodge22UNC Wilmington Seahawks
- AssistsNoah Ross5UNC Wilmington Seahawks
- ReboundsPatrick Wessler8UNC Wilmington Seahawks
- PointsReese Miller23William & Mary Tribe
- AssistsJo'el Emanuel4William & Mary Tribe
- ReboundsChase Lowe9William & Mary Tribe
Recent form
UNC Wilmington Seahawks
Last 10: 9-1Streak W276.8 scored · 67.3 allowed per game4-0 at home
- W82-73at Towson TigersJan 30
- W75-67at Hampton PiratesJan 24
- L70-77at William & Mary TribeJan 23
- W78-75vs Campbell Fighting CamelsJan 18
- W75-71at Stony Brook SeawolvesJan 10
- W87-78at Northeastern HuskiesJan 9
- W49-45vs Hampton PiratesJan 4
- W65-53vs Drexel DragonsJan 1
- W87-78at North Carolina A&T AggiesDec 30
- W100-56vs Columbia (SC) Fighting KoalasDec 27
William & Mary Tribe
Last 10: 5-5Streak L280.2 scored · 78.4 allowed per game0-4 away
- L96-104vs Campbell Fighting CamelsJan 31
- L76-79at Elon PhoenixJan 30
- W89-82vs Hofstra PrideJan 24
- W77-70vs UNC Wilmington SeahawksJan 23
- W97-89vs North Carolina A&T AggiesJan 16
- L58-64at Drexel DragonsJan 10
- L70-81at Monmouth HawksJan 9
- L79-88at Charleston CougarsJan 6
- W76-57vs Stony Brook SeawolvesDec 31
- W84-70vs Towson TigersDec 29
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 | UNC Wilmington Seahawks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-59 | 29-55 |
| Field goal % | 47 | 53 |
| Three-pointers | 11-23 | 11-24 |
| Three-point % | 48 | 46 |
| Free throws | 18-24 | 9-16 |
| Free throw % | 75 | 56 |
| Rebounds | 37 | 28 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 21 |
| Assists | 15 | 17 |
| Steals | 7 | 6 |
| Blocks | 2 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 22 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 22 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 28 |
| Fouls | 16 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 12 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 31 | 68 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half49-51Tunde Vahlberg Fasasi makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half49-54Nolan Hodge makes 25-foot three point jumper (Noah Ross assists)
- 2nd Half51-54Reese Miller makes layup
- 2nd Half51-56Noah Ross makes layup
- 2nd Half53-56Jo'el Emanuel makes 2-foot dunk (Ryan Jackson Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half53-59Jahnathan Lamothe makes 25-foot three point jumper (Madison Durr assists)
- 2nd Half54-59Kilian Brockhoff makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-59Kilian Brockhoff makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-59Kyle Pulliam makes 28-foot three point jumper (Kilian Brockhoff assists)
- 2nd Half61-59Kyle Pulliam makes 27-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half62-59Kyle Pulliam makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-59Kyle Pulliam makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-59Jo'el Emanuel makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-59Jo'el Emanuel makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-61Patrick Wessler makes driving layup (Greedy Williams assists)
- 2nd Half65-62Nolan Hodge makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-63Nolan Hodge makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-63Ryan Jackson Jr. makes 3-foot dunk
- 2nd Half69-63Reese Miller makes 12-foot jumper (Jo'el Emanuel assists)
- 2nd Half69-64Patrick Wessler makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-66Noah Ross makes 4-foot dunk (Nolan Hodge assists)
- 2nd Half71-66Jo'el Emanuel makes 5-foot dunk (Ryan Jackson Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half73-66Jo'el Emanuel makes driving layup
- 2nd Half75-66Kyle Pulliam makes layup (Jo'el Emanuel assists)
- 2nd Half75-67Noah Ross makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-67Reese Miller makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-69Christian May makes layup (Nolan Hodge assists)
- 2nd Half78-69Reese Miller makes 18-foot jumper
- 2nd Half78-71Nolan Hodge makes 10-foot jumper
- 2nd Half79-71Reese Miller makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-72Madison Durr makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-74Christian May makes 16-foot jumper
- 2nd Half80-74Reese Miller makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half81-74Reese Miller makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half82-74Reese Miller makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half83-74Reese Miller makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half83-76Noah Ross makes layup (Christian May assists)
- 2nd Half84-76Reese Miller makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half85-76Reese Miller makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half85-78Greedy Williams makes 11-foot jumper
Win probability
Above the line favours UNC Wilmington Seahawks, below favours William & Mary Tribe.
Venue
- Trask ColiseumWilmington, NC
- Attendance5220
- OfficialsSean Hull, Jeb Hartness, Tony Henderson
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