- Matchup: Western Carolina Catamounts vs Samford Bulldogs
- Date: Wednesday, January 7, 2026
- Venue: Pete Hanna Center, Homewood, AL
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Samford Bulldogs (8-7) are set to host the Western Carolina Catamounts (5-8) at the Pete Hanna Center this Wednesday.
In their last game, the Western Carolina Catamounts triumphed over Furman, finishing with a score of 80-77. The Catamounts registered a field goal percentage of 44.1% (30 of 68), including 10 out of 20 from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they converted 10 of their 16 attempts (62.5%). On the boards, Western Carolina amassed 42 rebounds, with 13 on the offensive end. They also provided 13 assists while forcing nine turnovers and achieving seven steals. Defensively, they allowed a field goal percentage of 44.6% to Furman, who made 29 of 65 attempts. Furman recorded 18 assists and seven steals but only secured 33 rebounds (10 offensive and 23 defensive) and managed no blocks. Their free-throw shooting was 47.1%, with eight successful attempts out of 17. From three-point land, Furman netted 11 of 32 attempts. In total, the Catamounts incurred 18 personal fouls, while Furman was charged with 13.
Julien Soumaoro played a significant role in this contest, scoring 16 points on 6 of 13 shooting, along with eight rebounds and one assist in 35 minutes of play.
As of now, Western Carolina holds a season record of 5-8. They average 77.2 points per game, ranking 191st in Division 1, while shooting 43.9% from the field. The Catamounts convert 31.3% of their three-point attempts (102 of 326) and have a free-throw success rate of 68.0%. Team-wise, they collect 40.2 rebounds per game and have delivered 176 assists this season, placing them 335th nationally in assists. However, they average 14.1 turnovers per game, alongside a personal foul average of 20.2.
Defensively, the Catamounts force their opponents into 12.8 turnovers per game and draw 16.3 personal fouls. Currently, they rank 108th nationally in assists allowed, having conceded 183 assists this year. Defensively, they allow a shooting percentage of 46.5% (353 of 759) and average 34.3 rebounds per game, while yielding 37.7% on three-point attempts. In terms of points allowed per game, the Catamounts rank 328th nationally, giving up an average of 80.8.
In their most recent outing, the Samford Bulldogs were defeated by UNC Greensboro, ending with a score of 89-82. On the glass, Samford permitted UNC Greensboro to collect 33 rebounds (eight offensive). The Bulldogs showcased an impressive 68.8% shooting from three-point range, converting 11 out of 16 attempts, and shot 73.3% from the free-throw line (22 of 30). Defensively, Samford allowed UNC Greensboro to shoot 47.5%, with 28 successful attempts out of 59. Samford’s shooting performance was decent, with 29 of 60 field goals made (48.3%). While they converted 10 of 30 three-point attempts (33.3%), they succeeded on 14 free throws for a rate of 58.3%. UNC Greensboro committed 17 fouls, which led to 24 free-throw attempts for the Bulldogs. Additionally, they recorded 23 defensive rebounds and 10 offensive rebounds, totaling 33 rebounds for the game.
Jadin Booth stood out for the Bulldogs, shooting 38.1% (8 of 21) and contributing 26 points, along with three rebounds and four assists in 36 minutes of play.
Samford’s overall record this season is 8-7. They average 15.5 fouls per game and hit 65.1% of their free throws. With an average of 15.0 assists per game (142nd in the nation), the Bulldogs also average 9.4 turnovers. This season, they have amassed 1,164 points (77.6 per game) while gathering 38.5 rebounds per contest. Offensively, they shoot 43.1% from the field, ranking 289th nationally.
On defense, the Bulldogs rank 242nd in Division 1 for points per game allowed, giving up 75.5. They average 10.1 forced turnovers and allow opponents a shooting percentage of 43.4% (ranking 182nd in college). Samford’s defensive statistics reveal they give up 37.0% on three-point shots (124 of 335) and allow 73.0% shooting from the free-throw line. They also allow 13.0 assists and 38.7 rebounds per game, ranking 161st and 336th nationally, respectively.
Which team will come out on top in tonight’s NCAA game against the spread?
Prediction: Back Western Carolina
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