NCAA Basketball Recap
Hosted by Big Dill
About This Episode
Generated sports podcast with host Big Dill based on prompt: I want the scores from yesterday’s mens NCAA college basketball games. Give me scores, highlights, and top performers.
Transcript
Welcome to Big Dill Sports, your go-to for all things college hoops. I'm Dillon, here to break down the latest NCAA basketball action. Pull up a chair and let's dive into the thrilling games we saw this week.
First up, it was a scoring fest at Stegeman Coliseum as No. 25 Georgia lit up the scoreboard, defeating Western Carolina 112-82. Jeremiah Wilkinson matched his career high with 26 points. This guy was on fire, hitting critical shots during Georgia's massive 17-point opening run. Freshman Somto Cyril dazzled with a 14-point, 10-rebound double-double, including a show-stopping dunk that pushed the Bulldogs past the century mark. Marcus “Smurf” Millender added to the tally with 17 points, and Blue Cain made a strong impact off the bench with 11.
Over in Fort Worth, TCU secured a solid win at Schollmaier Arena, beating Oral Roberts 72-53. The Horned Frogs were led by David Punch, who racked up 17 points, with a dominant first half that built a comfortable lead. Jayden Pierre was crucial, adding 12 points and guiding an early second-half run. While Oral Roberts’ Ty Harper put up a fight with 16 points, it wasn't enough to overcome TCU's commanding performance.
In an overtime showdown, Vanderbilt emerged victorious over Memphis with a 77-70 win. Duke Miles shone brightly, dropping 22 points and nailing late-game free throws to fend off a Memphis comeback. Jalen Washington partnered with Miles in sealing the deal. On the Memphis front, Hasan Abdul-Hakim recorded a double-double, while Dug McDaniel and Sincere Parker each contributed 18, though it wasn't enough to sway the game in their favor.
Heading north to Riverdale, N.Y., Furman edged out Manhattan 75-68. Alex Wilkins led the charge with 18 points and seven assists, while Cooper Bowser was perfect from the field, netting 16 points with an impressive 8-of-8 shooting. Manhattan’s Devin Dinkins and Jaden Winston both dropped 17 points, with Winston also handing out six assists and grabbing four steals.
At John M. Belk Arena, Temple triumphed over Davidson 68-63. Derrian Ford was unstoppable, scoring 23 points and pulling down nine rebounds, leading Temple to victory. Aiden Tobiason added 19 points, while Davidson's Roberts Blums and Nick Coval tried to make it interesting with 14 and 10 points respectively, but Temple’s early advantage held firm.
Finally, VCU rolled over American with a 105-83 win. Terrence Hill Jr. made his presence known off the bench, adding 17 points and five rebounds. Lazar Djokovic's efficient 15 points energized VCU, while Nyk Lewis was flawless at the line. Despite strong performances from American’s Wyatt Nausadis and Geoff Sprouse, VCU maintained control from the outset.
Now, as we wrap up today's episode, it's time for our 'Big Dill' player spotlight. This week, it's Jeremiah Wilkinson from Georgia. Tying his career high and leading the charge in a high-scoring offensive showcase certainly makes him the standout performer.
That’s all for today on Big Dill Sports! Thanks for tuning in. Make sure to catch the next episode where we cover more of the pulse-pounding action on the college basketball courts. Keep it locked, stay hoop-savvy, and I'll catch you next time!
### No. 25 Georgia 112, Western Carolina 82
Location: Stegeman Coliseum, Athens, Ga.
Georgia exploded for 112 points, its fifth game over the century mark in 11 outings, to defeat Western Carolina 112-82. Jeremiah Wilkinson tied his career high with 26 points, connecting on 10 of his 14 field-goal attempts, including key buckets in the Bulldogs’ 17-point run to open the game ([espn.com](https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/recap?gameId=401826775)). Freshman Somto Cyril recorded a 14-point, 10-rebound double-double, adding four steals and a block, punctuated by a thunderous dunk that pushed Georgia past 100 points late in the second half ([espn.com](https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/recap?gameId=401826775)). Marcus “Smurf” Millender chipped in 17 points, while Blue Cain supplemented with 11 points off the bench ([espn.com](https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/recap?gameId=401826775)).
### TCU 72, Oral Roberts 53
Location: Schollmaier Arena, Fort Worth, Texas
David Punch led the Horned Frogs with 17 points, drilling 6 of 9 shots and scoring 12 in the first half as TCU built a 38-25 advantage by intermission ([espn.com](https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/recap/_/gameId/401812257)). Jayden Pierre contributed 12 points, four assists and three steals, orchestrating the Frogs’ 11-2 run early in the second half that extended their lead to 49-27 ([espn.com](https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/recap/_/gameId/401812257)). Micah Robinson added nine points and six rebounds, while Oral Roberts’ Ty Harper led his team with 16 points on 6-of-17 shooting ([espn.com](https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/recap/_/gameId/401812257)).
### Vanderbilt 77, Memphis 70 (OT)
Location: FedExForum, Memphis, Tenn.
In an overtime thriller, Duke Miles poured in 22 points to guide No. 13 Vanderbilt to a 77-70 victory over Memphis ([africa.espn.com](https://africa.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/recap/_/gameId/401826799?utm_source=openai)). Miles and Jalen Washington combined to make nine of the Commodores’ final 10 free throws, sealing the win after the Tigers rallied from a 10-point second-half deficit ([africa.espn.com](https://africa.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/recap/_/gameId/401826799?utm_source=openai)). Hasan Abdul-Hakim recorded a double-double for Memphis with 13 points and 10 rebounds, while Dug McDaniel and Sincere Parker each scored 18 in the losing effort ([africa.espn.com](https://africa.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/recap/_/gameId/401826799?utm_source=openai)).
### Furman 75, Manhattan 68
Location: Draddy Gymnasium, Riverdale, N.Y.
Alex Wilkins led Furman with 18 points and seven assists in the Paladins’ 75-68 road win at Manhattan, shooting 7 of 15 from the field ([cbssports.com](https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/gametracker/recap/NCAAB_20251218_FURMAN%40MANH?utm_source=openai)). Cooper Bowser was flawless inside, going 8 of 8 for 16 points, adding seven rebounds and three blocks, while Asa Thomas chipped in 12 points ([cbssports.com](https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/gametracker/recap/NCAAB_20251218_FURMAN%40MANH?utm_source=openai)). Manhattan was paced by Devin Dinkins and Jaden Winston, who each scored 17 points; Winston also contributed six assists and four steals ([cbssports.com](https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/gametracker/recap/NCAAB_20251218_FURMAN%40MANH?utm_source=openai)).
### Temple 68, Davidson 63
Location: John M. Belk Arena, Davidson, N.C.
Derrian Ford erupted for 23 points and added nine rebounds to power Temple past Davidson 68-63 ([cbssports.com](https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/news/ford-scores-23-as-temple-knocks-off-davidson-68-63/?utm_source=openai)). Aiden Tobiason supplied 19 points, going 6 of 13 from the floor and 5 of 6 at the line, while Jordan Mason chipped in 14 points ([cbssports.com](https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/news/ford-scores-23-as-temple-knocks-off-davidson-68-63/?utm_source=openai)). For the Wildcats, Roberts Blums poured in 14 points and Nick Coval added 10, but Davidson couldn’t overcome Temple’s 36-23 first-half cushion ([cbssports.com](https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/news/ford-scores-23-as-temple-knocks-off-davidson-68-63/?utm_source=openai)).
### VCU 105, American 83
Location: Stuart C. Siegel Center, Richmond, Va.
Terrence Hill Jr. came off the bench to score 17 points and pull down five rebounds in VCU’s 105-83 rout of American ([espn.com](https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/recap/_/gameId/401822741?utm_source=openai)). Lazar Djokovic was highly efficient, finishing 6 of 7 from the field for 15 points, and Nyk Lewis added 14 points, going a perfect 5 of 5 from the foul line ([espn.com](https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/recap/_/gameId/401822741?utm_source=openai)). Despite American’s 17-point effort from Wyatt Nausadis and 16 from Geoff Sprouse (five assists), the Rams dominated from start to finish after taking a 48-35 lead into halftime ([espn.com](https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/recap/_/gameId/401822741?utm_source=openai)).
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