Grand Canyon Lopes Dominate Air Force Falcons 81-57
Tuesday, February 3, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · Global Credit Union Arena
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Quick answers
Who won Air Force Falcons vs Grand Canyon Lopes?
Grand Canyon Lopes beat Air Force Falcons 81-57 at Global Credit Union Arena on February 3, 2026.
Who was favored in Air Force Falcons vs Grand Canyon Lopes?
Grand Canyon Lopes were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -9000 (about 99% implied). The favorite won.
The Grand Canyon Lopes secured a decisive victory against the Air Force Falcons, winning 81-57 at the Global Credit Union Arena. This match showcased the Lopes' strong home performance, improving their record to 15-7 overall, while the Falcons fell to a dismal 3-19 for the season. The Lopes' recent form has been impressive, as they have won seven of their last ten games, with a scoring average of 73.4 points per game and allowing 68.6 points. They are currently on a one-game winning streak, having defeated the Boise State Broncos 86-69 in their previous match.
In contrast, the Air Force Falcons have struggled significantly, losing their last ten games and averaging only 56 points per game while allowing 81.3 points. Their last victory came against the Wyoming Cowboys on December 30, 2025, and since then, they have faced a series of defeats, including a 62-79 loss to the Fresno State Bulldogs in their most recent outing.
The Lopes have performed well at home, boasting a home record of 5-1 in their last six games, while the Falcons have not found success on the road, with an away record of 0-5. This game further emphasized the disparity in their performances, as the Lopes dominated throughout the match.
In terms of previous meetings, this matchup highlighted the Lopes' superiority over the Falcons, further illustrated by the betting lines. According to DraftKings, the Lopes were favored by 26.5 points, reflecting the market's confidence in their ability to win decisively. The total points line was set at 137.5, indicating expectations for a moderately high-scoring game.
The conditions in the arena were conducive to a strong performance from the Lopes, who effectively utilized their home-court advantage. The scoring plays in the second half showcased their offensive prowess, with notable contributions from players like Dennis Evans, who made two alley-oop dunks, and Ethan Greenberg, who hit a 27-foot three-point jumper.
The Lopes' ability to maintain control of the game was evident as they led comfortably throughout the match. The Falcons struggled to keep pace, with their scoring efforts falling short against the Lopes' defense. The final score of 81-57 reflects the Lopes' dominance and serves as a stark reminder of the challenges facing the Falcons this season.
Overall, this fixture was worth noting not just for the final score but for the contrasting forms of both teams. The Lopes continue to build momentum as they approach the latter part of the season, while the Falcons will need to regroup and find a way to turn their fortunes around.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | GCU -26.5 | 137.5 o -105 / u -115 | Air Force Falcons +2500 · Grand Canyon Lopes -9000 |
Leaders
- PointsBrian Moore Jr.15Grand Canyon Lopes
- AssistsJaden Henley6Grand Canyon Lopes
- ReboundsNana Owusu-Anane7Grand Canyon Lopes
- PointsRiley Dering15Air Force Falcons
- AssistsKam Sanders5Air Force Falcons
- ReboundsRiley Dering5Air Force Falcons
Recent form
Grand Canyon Lopes
Last 10: 7-3Streak W173.4 scored · 68.6 allowed per game5-1 at home
- W86-69vs Boise State BroncosJan 31
- L60-66at Nevada Wolf PackJan 28
- W68-57at Fresno State BulldogsJan 25
- W70-69vs San Diego State AztecsJan 22
- W84-74vs Utah State AggiesJan 17
- L64-87at New Mexico LobosJan 14
- W76-58vs San José State SpartansJan 11
- W75-58at Boise State BroncosJan 8
- L60-70vs Colorado State RamsJan 4
- W91-78vs IU Indianapolis JaguarsDec 23
Air Force Falcons
Last 10: 0-10Streak L1056 scored · 81.3 allowed per game0-5 away
- L62-79vs Fresno State BulldogsJan 31
- L54-96at Boise State BroncosJan 24
- L52-81at Colorado State RamsJan 21
- L66-81vs Nevada Wolf PackJan 17
- L62-70at San José State SpartansJan 14
- L49-91vs New Mexico LobosJan 10
- L62-99vs Utah State AggiesJan 7
- L39-67at UNLV RebelsJan 3
- L56-68vs Wyoming CowboysDec 30
- L58-81at San Diego State AztecsDec 18
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utah State | 29-7 | - | 15-5 |
| San Diego State | 22-11 | 1 | 14-6 |
| New Mexico | 26-11 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Grand Canyon | 20-12 | 2 | 13-7 |
| Nevada | 24-13 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Boise State | 20-12 | 3 | 12-8 |
| Colorado State | 21-13 | 4 | 11-9 |
| UNLV | 18-17 | 4 | 11-9 |
| Wyoming | 18-15 | 6 | 9-11 |
| Fresno State | 13-19 | 8 | 7-13 |
| San José State | 9-24 | 12 | 3-17 |
| Air Force | 3-29 | 15 | 0-20 |
Box score
| Stat | Air Force Falcons | Grand Canyon Lopes |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 20-51 | 32-61 |
| Field goal % | 39 | 52 |
| Three-pointers | 6-21 | 7-23 |
| Three-point % | 29 | 30 |
| Free throws | 11-12 | 10-21 |
| Free throw % | 92 | 48 |
| Rebounds | 28 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 25 |
| Assists | 12 | 13 |
| Steals | 6 | 13 |
| Blocks | 1 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 18 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 2 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 2 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 20 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 15 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 46 |
| Fouls | 21 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 38 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 99 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half20-49Brian Moore Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half20-50Brian Moore Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half20-52Nana Owusu-Anane makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half20-54Jaden Henley makes layup
- 2nd Half22-54Lucas Hobin makes 13-foot jumper (Eli Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half24-54Kam Sanders makes 15-foot jumper
- 2nd Half24-56Dusty Stromer makes layup (Jaden Henley assists)
- 2nd Half27-56Ethan Greenberg makes 24-foot three point jumper (Eli Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half27-58Efe Demirel makes layup
- 2nd Half27-59Efe Demirel makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half28-59A.J. Patterson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half29-59A.J. Patterson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half29-62Evan Boisdur makes 24-foot three point jumper (Nana Owusu-Anane assists)
- 2nd Half30-62A.J. Patterson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half31-62A.J. Patterson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half31-64Makaih Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half31-66Dusty Stromer makes 13-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half32-66Lucas Hobin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half33-66Lucas Hobin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half33-67Evan Boisdur makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half33-68Evan Boisdur makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half35-68Riley Dering makes 3-foot alley oop dunk (Kam Sanders assists)
- 2nd Half35-71Nana Owusu-Anane makes 24-foot three point jumper (Brian Moore Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half35-73Evan Boisdur makes layup (Brian Moore Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half37-73Lucas Hobin makes 6-foot jumper (Kam Sanders assists)
- 2nd Half38-73Lucas Hobin makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half40-73Riley Dering makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half40-75Dusty Stromer makes layup
- 2nd Half40-76Dusty Stromer makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half42-76Riley Dering makes 5-foot dunk (Eli Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half45-76Riley Dering makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kam Sanders assists)
- 2nd Half48-76Kam Sanders makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half48-77Kaleb Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-77Riley Dering makes 16-foot jumper
- 2nd Half50-79Dennis Evans makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Dusty Stromer assists)
- 2nd Half53-79Ethan Greenberg makes 27-foot three point jumper (Brendan Martin assists)
- 2nd Half53-81Dennis Evans makes 3-foot alley oop dunk (Kaleb Smith assists)
- 2nd Half54-81Kam Sanders makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-81Kam Sanders makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-81Lucas Hobin makes 3-foot dunk (Kam Sanders assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Grand Canyon Lopes, below favours Air Force Falcons.
Venue
- Global Credit Union ArenaPhoenix, AZ
- Attendance6707
- OfficialsLarry Scirotto, Rob Kueneman, Ian Caldwell
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