UNCW Basketball Loses to William & Mary

Seahawks squander 12-point lead in 85-78 defeat

Feb. 5, 2026 at 10:07pm

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The UNCW basketball team was unable to hold onto an early 12-point lead, falling 85-78 to William & Mary at Trask Coliseum on February 5th. The Seahawks started the game strong offensively but were unable to maintain their momentum, leading to the disappointing loss.

Why it matters

This loss is a setback for the UNCW basketball program, which was looking to build momentum heading into the latter part of the season. The inability to protect a sizable lead will be a point of emphasis for the coaching staff as they look to improve the team's performance.

The details

UNCW jumped out to an early 12-point lead, but William & Mary was able to battle back and eventually take control of the game. The Seahawks struggled to maintain their offensive pace and intensity, allowing the Tribe to slowly chip away at the deficit before taking the lead and holding on for the 85-78 victory.

  • The game was played on February 5, 2026 at Trask Coliseum in Wilmington, North Carolina.

The players

UNCW Basketball Team

The men's basketball team representing the University of North Carolina Wilmington.

William & Mary Tribe

The men's basketball team representing the College of William & Mary.

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The takeaway

This loss highlights the need for the UNCW basketball team to maintain their focus and intensity throughout the entire game. The Seahawks will need to learn from this experience and make the necessary adjustments to ensure they are able to protect leads and finish games strongly moving forward.