- Matchup: Richmond Spiders vs Furman Paladins
- Date: Thursday, November 27, 2025
- Venue: State Farm Field House, Kissimmee, FL
- Broadcast: ESPN2
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On Thursday, the Furman Paladins (3-3) will face off against the undefeated Richmond Spiders (5-0) at the State Farm Field House.
In their previous matchup, the Richmond Spiders secured a commanding victory over Gardner-Webb, finishing at 102-67. The Spiders committed 13 fouls, while Gardner-Webb recorded 15 fouls during the game. From beyond the arc, Richmond made 14 of their 31 attempts, achieving a 45.2% success rate. On the free throw line, Gardner-Webb shot 63.6%, converting 7 of 11 attempts. Defensively, Richmond held their opponent to 39.0% shooting (23 of 59). The Spiders collected 42 rebounds (including 12 offensive boards) and tallied 22 assists while forcing 17 turnovers and securing 9 steals. From the field, Richmond posted a shooting percentage of 52.1%, hitting 38 of 73 shots, including 13 three-pointers.
A standout performer in this contest was A.J. Lopez, who contributed significantly with 18 points on 6 of 8 shooting. He played for 16 minutes and grabbed 3 rebounds, finishing with a shooting efficiency of 75.0% and provided 1 assist.
The Richmond Spiders are entering the game with an impressive record of 5-0 this season. They average 90.0 points per game (ranking 37th in Division 1) with a shooting percentage of 47.5% from the field. The Spiders are converting 32.9% of their three-point attempts (47 of 143) and 75.7% from the free throw line. As a team, Richmond averages 43.0 rebounds and has accumulated 89 assists, ranking 231st nationally in assists per game. They average 10.2 turnovers and commit 20.4 personal fouls each game.
From a defensive standpoint, the Spiders force their opponents into an average of 14 turnovers per game while committing 20.4 fouls. They rank 9th in the nation for assists allowed, with 47 total assists surrendered this season. Richmond’s defense allows a field goal percentage of 38.1% (104 of 273) and gives up 31.8 rebounds per game. Opponents are converting 29.4% of their three-point attempts, while Richmond is ranked 71st in points allowed per game (67.0).
The Furman Paladins most recently emerged victorious against Queens, winning 90-79. In the rebounding battle, Furman allowed Queens to accumulate a total of 22 boards (6 offensive). The Paladins achieved 34.6% shooting from three-point range, making 9 of 26 attempts, and shot 82.4% from the free throw line, converting 14 of 17 attempts. Defensively, Furman faced challenges as Queens shot 47.5% from the floor, converting 28 of 59 attempts. Furman, on the other hand, shot an impressive 53.3% from the field with 32 successful shots out of 60, including 12 three-pointers at a rate of 36.4%. They earned 21 free throw attempts due to a total of 19 fouls committed by Queens, while recording 4 turnovers and 2 steals. Furman gathered 33 total rebounds (23 defensive and 10 offensive).
Alex Wilkins was a key player for the Paladins, scoring 23 points on 9 of 15 shooting, achieving a field goal percentage of 60.0%. He also grabbed 5 rebounds and provided 7 assists over 30 minutes played.
Currently, the Paladins hold a record of 3-3 this season. Offensively, they are shooting 45.6% from the field, positioning them at 190th in the country. Furman has accumulated 444 points this season with an average of 74.0 points per game, and they rebound 41.7 times per game. Their average assists per game stand at 16.5 (97th nationwide), while they average 13.2 turnovers. The Paladins commit 13.7 personal fouls per game and achieve a free throw shooting percentage of 63.4%.
On the defensive end, Furman ranks 97th in points allowed per game, averaging 68.8. They force 9.5 turnovers each game and allow opponents to shoot 44.2% from the floor (217th in the nation). Opponents are shooting 31.8% from beyond the arc against Furman (47 of 148), with teams converting 70.5% of their free throw attempts. The Paladins allow an average of 12.2 assists and 28.7 rebounds per game, ranking 120th and 12th in these categories defensively.
Who will triumph in tonight’s NCAA matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on Richmond
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