NCAA Basketball Recap

December 20, 2025 • Sports

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, the show where we break down all the exciting action in the world of college basketball. I’m your host, Dillon, and today we've got an action-packed recap of recent games and standout performances. So, grab your favorite snack and let's dive right in!

First up, Brigham Young University's thrilling finish against Abilene Christian. BYU wrapped up their non-conference schedule with an impressive 85-67 victory. AJ Dybantsa was on fire, notching a season-high 35 points, and showing resilience by sinking 20 free throws. His highlight-reel putback dunk was definitely something to behold. Richie Saunders also came off the bench to contribute 21 points, showcasing BYU’s depth.

Over in California, the Bears extended their winning streak to eight games by steamrolling Morgan State, 97-50. Chris Bell led with 28 points, and freshman Semetri Carr dazzled with a near triple-double, posting 20 points, nine assists, and six rebounds. Their efficient shooting really set the tone for a dominant performance.

In Fort Worth, TCU got back on track with a methodical 72-53 win over Oral Roberts. David Punch led the charge for the Horned Frogs, scoring 17 points and pulling down six rebounds. Jayden Pierre nailed a crucial three-pointer, sparking a decisive 9-0 run that kept TCU in control.

Wake Forest held off Longwood in a nail-biter, winning 71-68 with the help of Myles Colvin’s late-game heroics. Juke Harris also came up big with 19 points and eight boards, leading the Demon Deacons to remain unbeaten at home. They fended off a determined Longwood squad led by E. Tucker’s double-double.

In Syracuse, the Orange tuned up against Mercyhurst with a smooth 76-62 win. J. Lemelman, a Mercer transfer, lit up the court with 23 points and four steals, while W. Kyle III recorded a double-double with 15 points and 10 rebounds. Syracuse’s size advantage was just too much to handle for Mercyhurst.

Pittsburgh snapped their three-game losing streak by demolishing Binghamton 103-63. Barry Dunning Jr. shone brightly off the bench with 23 points and three blocks. He, alongside Brandin Cummings, set the scoring pace early, combining for 34 points in the first half alone.

Meanwhile, Villanova edged Wisconsin in an overtime thriller, 76-66. Tyler Perkins put up 19 points, while the team showed incredible composure by shooting perfectly in overtime to seal the victory. Wisconsin’s Nolan Winter had a standout game with a career-high 23 points and 11 rebounds, which, unfortunately for them, wasn't enough to clinch the win.

LSU pushed their record to 10-1 by handling Southeastern Louisiana 78-65. Marquel Sutton led with 19 points and nine rebounds, highlighting the Tigers' balanced offensive effort. They maintained control after a strong start and fended off SLU’s late push.

Baylor had no trouble dispatching Alcorn State with a whopping 113-56 victory. Cameron Carr was the driving force with 24 points as the Bears exploded with two significant runs that turned the game into a blowout. Their depth was on full display with eight players reaching double figures.

Seton Hall took on Providence and emerged victorious with a 72-67 win. S. Payne dominated inside with a massive double-double, posting 18 points and 16 rebounds, helping the Pirates hold firm in a tight contest.

Now, for our 'Big Dill' player of the episode. Drumroll, please… AJ Dybantsa from BYU! Not only did he drop a season-high 35 points, but he also had the grit and tenacity to nail 20 free throws against Abilene Christian’s pressure defense. That kind of performance definitely makes him a big dill in my book!

That’s it for today’s recap. Thanks for tuning in to Big Dill Sports. Don’t forget to catch our next episode for more exciting college basketball insights. Until next time, keep enjoying the game and stay dill-lightful!

## BYU 85, Abilene Christian 67
Brigham Young University closed out its non-conference slate in emphatic fashion, topping Abilene Christian 85-67 on Friday night in Provo. AJ Dybantsa erupted for a season-high 35 points — converting 20 free throws amid 18 Cougar turnovers forced by ACU’s pressure — and added six rebounds and a highlight-reel putback dunk to punctuate the victory. Richie Saunders chipped in 21 points off the bench for BYU, while C. Newton led ACU with 23 points and four steals ([vanquishthefoe.com](https://www.vanquishthefoe.com/byu-basketball/26103/aj-dybantsa-scores-career-high-to-lead-byu-basketball-to-win-over-abilene-christian-game-recap?utm_source=openai)).

## California 97, Morgan State 50
California extended its winning streak to eight games with a dominant 97-50 home victory over Morgan State. Chris Bell poured in a season-high 28 points (8-for-11 FG, 4-for-6 3PT, 8-for-8 FT) and swatted three shots, while freshman Semetri Carr posted 20 points, nine assists, six rebounds, and three steals. John Camden added 23 points and eight rebounds, and Lee Dort chipped in 12 points and seven boards. The Bears shot 59.3% in the first half and nearly perfect from the charity stripe (22-of-23) ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/basketball/cal-manhandles-morgan-state-8th-straight-victory--flm-2025-12-20/?utm_source=openai)).

## TCU 72, Oral Roberts 53
The Horned Frogs rebounded from last week’s loss with a methodical 72-53 win over Oral Roberts in Fort Worth. David Punch led TCU with 17 points and six rebounds, dominating the paint as the Frogs scored 40 points inside. Jayden Pierre sparked a key 9-0 run with a corner three, and freshman Kayden Edwards contributed a career-high seven points off the bench. Oral Roberts was paced by Ty Harper’s 16 points but never closed the gap ([frogsowar.com](https://www.frogsowar.com/general/48080/mens-basketball-tcu-cruises-past-oral-roberts-in-19-point-victory?utm_source=openai)).

## Wake Forest 71, Longwood 68
In a tightly contested contest at the Joel Coliseum, Wake Forest edged Longwood 71-68 on a late Myles Colvin three after Juke Harris’s 19-point performance keyed the Demon Deacons’ rally. Longwood’s E. Tucker posted a double-double (13 points, 10 rebounds), but WFU’s Juke Harris (19 points, eight rebounds) and Colvin’s late-game composure proved decisive. The Deacons held off a final push by the Lancers to remain unbeaten at home ([espn.in](https://www.espn.in/mens-college-basketball/scoreboard/_/group/50?utm_source=openai)).

## Syracuse 76, Mercyhurst 62
Syracuse continued its ACC tune-up, defeating Mercyhurst 76-62 in the Carrier Dome. Mercer transfer J. Lemelman scored a game-high 23 points and added four steals for the Orange, while W. Kyle III recorded a strong showing with 15 points, 10 rebounds, and five blocks. Mercyhurst managed only 33% shooting in the second half and could not overcome SU’s size advantage in the paint ([espn.in](https://www.espn.in/mens-college-basketball/scoreboard/_/group/50?utm_source=openai)).

## Pittsburgh 103, Binghamton 63
Pittsburgh snapped a three-game skid with a resounding 103-63 victory over Binghamton at Petersen Events Center. Barry Dunning Jr. led the charge with 23 points (7-of-9 FG) and three blocks off the bench, while Brandin Cummings and Dunning combined for 34 first-half points (17 each) in setting the tone. Nojus Indrusaitis added 16 points, five assists, and four steals, and Cameron Corhen chipped in 14 points, six rebounds, and three steals as Pitt shot 62% overall ([espn.com](https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/recap/_/gameId/401817450?utm_source=openai)).

## Villanova 76, Wisconsin 66 (OT)
In a battle of Big East vs. Big Ten pedigree at the Fiserv Forum, Villanova outlasted Wisconsin 76-66 in overtime. Tyler Perkins led all scorers with 19 points and six rebounds, Duke Brennan posted a 13-point, 11-rebound double-double, and Matt Hodge added 15 points. Nolan Winter poured in a career-high 23 points and 11 rebounds for Wisconsin, and Nick Boyd tallied 19, but the Badgers couldn’t overcome Villanova’s perfect overtime shooting ([cbssports.com](https://www.cbssports.com/college-basketball/gametracker/recap/NCAAB_20251219_NOVA%40WISC?utm_source=openai)).

## LSU 78, Southeastern Louisiana 65
LSU improved to 10-1 behind a balanced effort in Baton Rouge, defeating Southeastern Louisiana 78-65. Marquel Sutton led the Tigers with 19 points and nine rebounds (7-of-9 FG, 3-of-4 3PT), Michael Nwoko added 18 points on a perfect 6-of-6 shooting night, and both Dedan Thomas Jr. and Max Mackinnon chipped in 14 points each. LSU shot 54% from the field and closed the first half on a 50-36 lead before holding off SLU’s late surge ([espn.com](https://www.espn.com/mens-college-basketball/recap/_/gameId/401808954?utm_source=openai)).

## Baylor 113, Alcorn State 56
Baylor blew open the second half en route to a 113-56 rout of Alcorn State in Waco. Cameron Carr paced the Bears with 24 points, Isaac Williams added 21 off the bench, Michael Rataj posted 18 points and 10 rebounds, and Tounde Yessoufou chipped in 17 points. Baylor’s two big runs — 17-0 at the end of the first half and 23-0 early in the second — turned a close game into a lopsided affair, as eight Bears scored in double figures ([reuters.com](https://www.reuters.com/sports/basketball/baylor-buries-alcorn-state-with-huge-second-half-run--flm-2025-12-20/?utm_source=openai)).

## Seton Hall 72, Providence 67
In the first Big East test of the day, Seton Hall visited Providence and came away with a 72-67 win. Senior forward S. Payne recorded a monster double-double (18 points, 16 rebounds), and junior guard J. Jones added 11 points for the Pirates. Providence’s M. Jackson scored 17 but could not rally the Friars in the final minutes ([espn.in](https://www.espn.in/mens-college-basketball/scoreboard/_/group/50)).

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### Other Notable Results
- Milwaukee 88, South Dakota State 87 — Josh Dixon and Amar Augillard combined for 47 points, with J. Dixon leading the Panthers with 24, outdueling SDST’s K. Garry (18 pts, 6 reb, 8 ast) ([espn.in](https://www.espn.in/mens-college-basketball/scoreboard/_/group/50)).
- Navy 88, Coppin State 55 — A. Kehoe posted 22 points, 12 rebounds, and three blocks in the Midshipmen’s rout ([espn.in](https://www.espn.in/mens-college-basketball/scoreboard/_/group/50)).
- Towson 107, Notre Dame (MD) 60 — T. Coleman tallied 19 points and 10 rebounds as the Tigers dominated ([espn.in](https://www.espn.in/mens-college-basketball/scoreboard/_/group/50)).
- Florida State 96, Mississippi Valley State 49 — R. McCray V finished with 13 points and seven assists; MVSU’s M. James scored 20 ([espn.in](https://www.espn.in/mens-college-basketball/scoreboard/_/group/50)).
- Drexel 75, Mount St. Mary’s 67 — DREX’s balanced attack saw four players reach double figures, with highlights including a kinetic dunk off the glass ([espn.in](https://www.espn.in/mens-college-basketball/scoreboard/_/group/50)).

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