Samford Bulldogs Defeat Wofford Terriers 97-80
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Pete Hanna Center
Samford Bulldogs 97, Wofford Terriers 80, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Wofford Terriers vs Samford Bulldogs?
Samford Bulldogs beat Wofford Terriers 97-80 at Pete Hanna Center on February 11, 2026.
Who was favored in Wofford Terriers vs Samford Bulldogs?
Samford Bulldogs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -278 (about 74% implied). The favorite won.
The Samford Bulldogs secured a decisive 97-80 victory over the Wofford Terriers at the Pete Hanna Center on February 12, 2026. This matchup was noteworthy as it showcased the Bulldogs' recent resurgence, winning their last three games leading up to this contest, while the Terriers were looking to maintain their strong away form.
Entering the game, Samford held a home record of 14-12, while Wofford boasted a better overall record of 17-9. The Bulldogs had been performing well at home, achieving a 4-2 record in their last six home games, and averaging 76.6 points scored while allowing 65.8 points in their last five outings. Their recent form included victories over Mercer Bears (69-49) and The Citadel Bulldogs (78-64), both of which contributed to their current winning streak.
On the other hand, Wofford had a solid away record of 3-1 in their last four games, with an overall scoring average of 81.4 points per game and an average of 76.9 points allowed in their last ten games. They had recently defeated Western Carolina Catamounts (77-66) and VMI Keydets (81-67), but also suffered a loss to East Tennessee State Buccaneers (72-86) prior to facing Samford.
The teams had met three times in the previous two seasons, with Samford winning two of those encounters. The most recent matchup before this game took place on January 21, 2026, where Wofford triumphed 88-78 at home. This context added an extra layer of intensity to the fixture, as both teams aimed to assert dominance in their rivalry.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing from either side, suggesting both teams were at full strength for this critical matchup. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, favored Samford with a spread of -6.5 and a moneyline of -278, while Wofford was listed at +225.
The game conditions were optimal for basketball at the Pete Hanna Center, which typically provides a favorable environment for home teams. As the game unfolded, viewers were treated to a high-scoring affair, with Samford establishing a strong lead early in the second half. Key scoring plays included a 25-foot three-point jumper by Zach Lamey and a series of free throws by Corey Brown that helped solidify the Bulldogs' lead.
Ultimately, Samford's offensive performance outshone Wofford's efforts, leading to a commanding victory that not only showcased their scoring prowess but also demonstrated their ability to defend their home court effectively.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SAM -6.5 | 150.5 o -110 / u -110 | Wofford Terriers +225 · Samford Bulldogs -278 |
Leaders
- PointsJadin Booth25Samford Bulldogs
- AssistsKeaton Norris8Samford Bulldogs
- ReboundsDylan Faulkner12Samford Bulldogs
- PointsChace Watley15Wofford Terriers
- AssistsNils Machowski4Wofford Terriers
- ReboundsNils Machowski9Wofford Terriers
Recent form
Samford Bulldogs
Last 10: 5-5Streak W377 scored · 73.5 allowed per game4-2 at home
- W69-49vs Mercer BearsFeb 7
- W78-64vs The Citadel BulldogsFeb 6
- W88-74at Western Carolina CatamountsFeb 1
- L73-78at Furman PaladinsJan 29
- W75-64vs Chattanooga MocsJan 24
- L78-88at Wofford TerriersJan 21
- L75-76vs East Tennessee State BuccaneersJan 17
- L73-77vs Furman PaladinsJan 15
- L79-88at Chattanooga MocsJan 10
- W82-77vs Western Carolina CatamountsJan 8
Wofford Terriers
Last 10: 7-3Streak W281.4 scored · 76.9 allowed per game3-1 away
- W77-66vs Western Carolina CatamountsFeb 7
- W81-67at VMI KeydetsFeb 4
- L72-86vs East Tennessee State BuccaneersFeb 2
- W81-55at Chattanooga MocsJan 29
- W80-77vs Mercer BearsJan 24
- W88-78vs Samford BulldogsJan 21
- W74-70at Furman PaladinsJan 17
- L67-76vs Chattanooga MocsJan 14
- L97-109at Mercer BearsJan 10
- W97-85vs UNC Greensboro SpartansJan 7
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 |
Box score
| Stat | Wofford Terriers | Samford Bulldogs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-62 | 34-54 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 63 |
| Three-pointers | 8-23 | 13-25 |
| Three-point % | 35 | 52 |
| Free throws | 16-24 | 16-22 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 73 |
| Rebounds | 21 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 4 | 5 |
| Defensive rebounds | 17 | 32 |
| Assists | 12 | 20 |
| Steals | 7 | 2 |
| Blocks | 2 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 4 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 40 |
| Fouls | 17 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 23 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 1 | 95 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half44-61Nils Machowski makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-61Nils Machowski makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-64Cade Norris makes 25-foot three point jumper (Zion Wilburn assists)
- 2nd Half48-64Jayden Tyler makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half48-66Keaton Norris makes 14-foot jumper
- 2nd Half50-66Brian Sumpter makes layup (Nils Machowski assists)
- 2nd Half50-67Zion Wilburn makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-68Zion Wilburn makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-68Maximo Ortega makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-70Zion Wilburn makes layup
- 2nd Half51-72Dylan Faulkner makes 3-foot dunk (Keaton Norris assists)
- 2nd Half52-72Maximo Ortega makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-74Dylan Faulkner makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half53-74Brendan Rigsbee makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-76Keaton Norris makes layup
- 2nd Half55-76Nils Machowski makes layup (Cayden Vasko assists)
- 2nd Half56-76Cayden Vasko makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-76Cayden Vasko makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-78Zion Wilburn makes 3-foot dunk (Keaton Norris assists)
- 2nd Half60-78Cayden Vasko makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half60-80Zion Wilburn makes layup (Cade Norris assists)
- 2nd Half60-83Jadin Booth makes 24-foot three point jumper (Zion Wilburn assists)
- 2nd Half62-83Chace Watley makes layup
- 2nd Half64-83Maximo Ortega makes layup
- 2nd Half64-86Jadin Booth makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half67-86Jayden Tyler makes 27-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half67-87Kam Martin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-88Kam Martin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-89Kam Martin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-90Kam Martin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-90Maximo Ortega makes 5-foot jumper
- 2nd Half71-90Chace Watley makes layup
- 2nd Half71-92Keaton Norris makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half73-92Rex Stirling makes layup
- 2nd Half73-93Corey Brown makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-94Corey Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-94Chace Watley makes layup
- 2nd Half75-97Zach Lamey makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jaxon Pollard assists)
- 2nd Half77-97Maximo Ortega makes layup (Chace Watley assists)
- 2nd Half80-97Jayden Tyler makes 26-foot three point jumper
Win probability
Above the line favours Samford Bulldogs, below favours Wofford Terriers.
Venue
- Pete Hanna CenterHomewood, AL
- Attendance1123
- OfficialsBlake Harris, Chris McCurry, Chuck McCoy
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