Troy Trojans Defeat Akron Zips 79-69 at Home
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · Trojan Arena
Troy Trojans 79, Akron Zips 69, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Akron Zips vs Troy Trojans?
Troy Trojans beat Akron Zips 79-69 at Trojan Arena on February 7, 2026.
Who was favored in Akron Zips vs Troy Trojans?
Akron Zips were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -148 (about 60% implied). The underdog won.
In a noteworthy matchup, the Troy Trojans secured a decisive 79-69 victory over the Akron Zips at Trojan Arena. This win is significant for Troy, as they improved their home record to 3-2 in their last five games, while Akron, despite their strong season, saw their nine-game winning streak come to an end. Troy's performance was bolstered by an average of 76.1 points scored over their last ten games, while Akron had been averaging 81.7 points in the same span.
The game unfolded with Troy showcasing a solid offensive strategy, particularly in the second half, where they maintained a lead that they built upon throughout the game. Akron, entering the game with a strong record of 19-5, had been performing well on the road, holding a 4-1 record in away games recently. However, the Trojans proved to be a formidable opponent on their home court, where they have been effective in their scoring.
Troy's recent form included a record of 7-3 over their last ten games, with their most recent outing resulting in a 74-63 win against Georgia State. In contrast, Akron's prior performance included a narrow 66-64 victory against Eastern Michigan, which highlighted their resilience and ability to close out tight games. The scoring averages for both teams in their last five games were telling; Troy averaged 69.6 points while allowing 71.4, whereas Akron averaged 78.8 points and allowed 65.0.
The matchup also featured a competitive betting line, with DraftKings pricing Akron as 2.5-point favorites, reflecting their strong season performance. The total for the game was set at 157.5, indicating expectations for a high-scoring affair, which ultimately materialized as both teams combined for 148 points.
In terms of player contributions, the scoring plays in the second half were critical for Troy, who managed to execute key shots when it mattered most. Notable moments included Cooper Campbell hitting a 26-foot three-point jumper and Theo Seng making a layup that extended Troy's lead late in the game. Akron, while they fought back with efforts from players like Eric Mahaffey, could not close the gap sufficiently to overcome Troy's advantage.
The conditions at Trojan Arena were conducive to a competitive game, and the home crowd played a significant role in energizing the Trojans. Troy's ability to capitalize on their home court advantage was evident, as they executed their game plan effectively against a strong Akron squad.
Overall, this game showcased the resilience of the Troy Trojans, who not only halted Akron's winning streak but also demonstrated their capability to perform under pressure at home. The victory will likely serve as a confidence booster as they continue their season, while Akron will need to regroup and refocus after this setback.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | AKR -2.5 | 157.5 o -115 / u -105 | Akron Zips -148 · Troy Trojans +124 |
Leaders
- PointsCooper Campbell25Troy Trojans
- AssistsVictor Valdes6Troy Trojans
- ReboundsThomas Dowd8Troy Trojans
- PointsTavari Johnson26Akron Zips
- AssistsShammah Scott5Akron Zips
- ReboundsAmani Lyles7Akron Zips
Recent form
Troy Trojans
Last 10: 7-3Streak W176.1 scored · 70.1 allowed per game3-2 at home
- W74-63at Georgia State PanthersFeb 5
- L44-66vs App State MountaineersJan 31
- L64-73vs James Madison DukesJan 30
- W83-78at Georgia Southern EaglesJan 24
- W83-77at Old Dominion MonarchsJan 22
- W99-74vs Arkansas State Red WolvesJan 17
- W91-65vs Southern Miss Golden EaglesJan 15
- W90-70at Louisiana Ragin' CajunsJan 10
- L74-86at Arkansas State Red WolvesJan 8
- W59-49vs South Alabama JaguarsJan 3
Akron Zips
Last 10: 9-1Streak W981.7 scored · 70.3 allowed per game4-1 away
- W66-64at Eastern Michigan EaglesFeb 3
- W69-52vs Kent State Golden FlashesJan 30
- W91-81vs Toledo RocketsJan 28
- W86-65at Ohio BobcatsJan 24
- W82-63at Buffalo BullsJan 20
- W104-89vs Western Michigan BroncosJan 17
- W87-77vs Ball State CardinalsJan 14
- W77-67at Bowling Green FalconsJan 10
- W82-69vs Central Michigan ChippewasJan 7
- L73-76at Miami (OH) RedHawksJan 3
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami (OH) | 32-2 | - | 18-0 |
| Akron | 29-6 | 1 | 17-1 |
| Kent State | 24-10 | 4 | 14-4 |
| Toledo | 19-15 | 7 | 11-7 |
| Bowling Green | 18-14 | 9 | 9-9 |
| Ohio | 15-17 | 9 | 9-9 |
| Buffalo | 17-15 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Massachusetts | 17-16 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Ball State | 12-19 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Central Michigan | 10-21 | 12 | 6-12 |
| Western Michigan | 10-21 | 14 | 4-14 |
| Eastern Michigan | 10-21 | 14 | 4-14 |
| Northern Illinois | 9-21 | 10 | 4-14 |
| Troy | 22-12 | - | 12-6 |
| South Alabama | 21-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Arkansas State | 20-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Texas State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Marshall | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Coastal Carolina | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| App State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| James Madison | 18-15 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Southern Miss | 19-16 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Georgia Southern | 21-16 | 4 | 8-10 |
| Old Dominion | 12-21 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Louisiana | 11-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Georgia State | 10-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| UL Monroe | 4-28 | 11 | 1-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Akron Zips | Troy Trojans |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-59 | 25-58 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 43 |
| Three-pointers | 8-30 | 14-27 |
| Three-point % | 27 | 52 |
| Free throws | 9-13 | 15-17 |
| Free throw % | 69 | 88 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 26 |
| Assists | 17 | 18 |
| Steals | 4 | 6 |
| Blocks | 2 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 7 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 7 | 6 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 4 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 22 |
| Fouls | 13 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 10 | 12 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 34 | 63 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half35-38Evan Mahaffey makes layup (Sharron Young assists)
- 2nd Half35-40Cooper Campbell makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half35-43Cobi Campbell makes 27-foot three point jumper (Victor Valdes assists)
- 2nd Half37-43Tavari Johnson makes 7-foot jumper
- 2nd Half37-46Victor Valdes makes 28-foot three point jumper (Cooper Campbell assists)
- 2nd Half39-46Tavari Johnson makes layup
- 2nd Half39-47Theo Seng makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-48Theo Seng makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half41-48Tavari Johnson makes layup
- 2nd Half42-48Tavari Johnson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half42-50Jerrell Bellamy makes 3-foot dunk (Cobi Campbell assists)
- 2nd Half43-50Eric Mahaffey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-51Victor Valdes makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-51Eric Mahaffey makes layup (Shammah Scott assists)
- 2nd Half46-51Eric Mahaffey makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half46-53Kerrington Kiel makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half46-54Kerrington Kiel makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-55Kerrington Kiel makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-55Shammah Scott makes 24-foot three point jumper (Evan Mahaffey assists)
- 2nd Half49-58Cooper Campbell makes 29-foot three point jumper (Kerrington Kiel assists)
- 2nd Half52-58Amani Lyles makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tavari Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half52-61Cooper Campbell makes 27-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half53-61Tavari Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-64Thomas Dowd makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kerrington Kiel assists)
- 2nd Half56-64Sharron Young makes 23-foot three point jumper (Shammah Scott assists)
- 2nd Half56-65Thomas Dowd makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-66Thomas Dowd makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-66Shammah Scott makes 25-foot three point jumper (Eric Mahaffey assists)
- 2nd Half59-67Thomas Dowd makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half59-68Thomas Dowd makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half59-69Thomas Dowd makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half61-69Tavari Johnson makes layup (Shammah Scott assists)
- 2nd Half61-71Cooper Campbell makes 8-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half63-71Eric Mahaffey makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half64-71Eric Mahaffey makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half64-74Cooper Campbell makes 26-foot three point jumper (Thomas Dowd assists)
- 2nd Half67-74Shammah Scott makes 28-foot three point jumper (Evan Mahaffey assists)
- 2nd Half67-77Cooper Campbell makes 25-foot three point jumper (Victor Valdes assists)
- 2nd Half67-79Theo Seng makes layup (Cooper Campbell assists)
- 2nd Half69-79Tavari Johnson makes layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Troy Trojans, below favours Akron Zips.
Venue
- Trojan ArenaTroy, AL
- Attendance3712
- OfficialsMichael Husted, Devyn Page, Dan Powers
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