- Matchup: Chattanooga Mocs vs UNC Greensboro Spartans
- Date: Thursday, January 1, 2026
- Venue: First Horizon Coliseum, Greensboro, NC
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Chattanooga Mocs (6-7) are heading to First Horizon Coliseum this Thursday, gearing up to face off against the UNC Greensboro Spartans (4-9).
The Chattanooga Mocs recently claimed victory against Alabama A&M, winning 73-66 in their latest game. The Mocs showcased a strong offensive performance with a field goal percentage of 48.1%, making 25 of 52 attempts, including 12 three-pointers out of 26 tries. At the free-throw line, they converted 11 of their 16 opportunities for a percentage of 68.8%. On the boards, Chattanooga gathered a total of 32 rebounds, 5 of which were offensive. Additionally, they recorded 16 assists, forced 8 turnovers, and secured 4 steals. Defensively, they allowed Alabama A&M to shoot 40.0% from the field on 22 of 55 shooting. The opponent managed to record 12 assists and 5 steals, and totaled 34 rebounds (8 offensive, 26 defensive) without registering any blocks. Alabama A&M finished their free throw shooting at 73.9%, hitting 17 of their 23 attempts, and made 5 of their 19 shots beyond the arc. Chattanooga committed 21 fouls compared to Alabama A&M’s 20.
Key player Jordan Frison had an impressive outing, shooting 61.5% from the field and dishing out 5 assists. Playing for 36 minutes, he grabbed 9 rebounds and scored a total of 27 points on 8 of 13 shooting.
The Mocs bring a record of 6-7 into this matchup. They average 9.5 turnovers per game and commit approximately 18.0 fouls. Collectively, they secure 34.3 rebounds per game, with 216 total assists this season, ranking 69th in D-1 for team assists. Chattanooga hits 35.1% of their three-point attempts (146 of 416) and boasts a free throw shooting percentage of 74.6%. Their scoring average of 77.7 points per game places them 187th nationally, as they shoot 44.8% from the field.
Defensively, the Mocs force an average of 11.3 turnovers per game and draw 16.3 personal fouls. They rank 169th in college basketball for assists allowed, conceding 168 so far this season. Chattanooga’s defense yields a shooting percentage of 41.9% (312 out of 744) while allowing 35.2 rebounds per game as a team. Their opponents convert 31.6% of attempts from beyond the arc, placing the Mocs 137th in the nation regarding points allowed per game (71.3).
In their last outing, the UNC Greensboro Spartans secured a commanding victory against Virginia-Lynchburg, winning 131-53. On the boards, UNC Greensboro permitted Virginia-Lynchburg to collect 45 rebounds (15 offensive). The Spartans struggled from three-point range, making only 6 of 29 attempts for 20.7% but excelled at the free-throw line, hitting 5 of 9 shots (55.6%). Defensively, they held Virginia-Lynchburg to 21 of 77 from the field, resulting in a 27.3% shooting night for their opponent. The Spartans, on the other hand, shot 50 out of 80 from the floor, achieving a remarkable 62.5% shooting performance and making 12 of 30 three-pointers (40.0%). From the charity stripe, they converted 19 of 23 attempts for an 82.6% rate. Virginia-Lynchburg committed 14 fouls, sending the Spartans to the line for a total of 23 attempts. The Spartans also recorded 34 rebounds, comprising 22 defensive and 12 offensive.
Donald Whitehead Jr. was a standout for the Spartans, hitting 8 out of 10 attempts for a shooting percentage of 80.0%, along with 5 rebounds. He totaled 20 points in 26 minutes on the court, contributing 7 assists for the game.
UNC Greensboro stands with a record of 4-9 this season. Offensively, the Spartans boast a shooting percentage of 45.5%, ranking 190th in the nation. They have scored a total of 1,019 points this season, averaging 78.4 points per game, in addition to grabbing 36.4 rebounds per contest. They assist on 13.3 buckets per game (269th nationally) and average 11.2 turnovers. The Spartans commit 15.6 fouls per game and maintain a free throw shooting percentage of 69.0%.
Defensively, UNC Greensboro ranks 313th in the country for points allowed per game at 79.1. They force 9.8 turnovers on average while permitting opponents to shoot 43.8% from the field (206th in college basketball). The Spartans allow 36.0% on three-point attempts (133 of 369), with their opponents converting 71.6% of free throw attempts. Additionally, they concede an average of 14.2 assists and 36.8 rebounds per game, ranking 237th and 285th respectively in college basketball.
Who will come out on top in tonight’s NCAA matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on UNC Greensboro
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