Ospreys Edge Knights in Thrilling Overtime Win
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 11:00 AM ET · UNF Arena
North Florida Ospreys 117, Bellarmine Knights 114, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Bellarmine Knights vs North Florida Ospreys?
North Florida Ospreys beat Bellarmine Knights 117-114 at UNF Arena on January 24, 2026.
Who was favored in Bellarmine Knights vs North Florida Ospreys?
Bellarmine Knights were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -162 (about 62% implied). The underdog won.
In a thrilling overtime finish, the North Florida Ospreys defeated the Bellarmine Knights 117-114 at UNF Arena on January 24, 2026. This matchup was particularly notable as it showcased the Ospreys' ability to secure a hard-fought victory against a team they have historically performed well against, having won both previous meetings this season. The Ospreys now hold a 2-0 record against the Knights in their recent encounters, with earlier victories of 95-88 and 98-83.
Both teams entered the game with struggling records, the Ospreys at 5-16 and the Knights at 7-13. North Florida's recent form included a record of 2-8 over their last ten games, with an average of 81.2 points scored and 94.0 points allowed. Their last match before facing Bellarmine resulted in a narrow victory against Eastern Kentucky, where they won 87-85. In contrast, the Knights had a record of 3-7 in their last ten games, averaging 77.5 points scored and 82.8 points allowed. They were coming off a win against Jacksonville, where they triumphed 77-70.
When examining their home and away performances, the Ospreys had a home record of 1-3 in their last four games, while the Knights had a disappointing away record of 1-5. This home advantage was evident as the Ospreys managed to push through in a tightly contested game.
In terms of the betting market, DraftKings set the odds with Bellarmine favored by 3.5 points, reflecting the competitive nature of the matchup. The total points line was set at 164.5, indicating expectations for a high-scoring game, which ultimately came to fruition with a combined score of 231 points.
The game conditions at UNF Arena were conducive to an exciting matchup, and the fans were treated to a back-and-forth contest that culminated in overtime. The scoring plays in the overtime period were particularly intense, featuring key layups and free throws that kept the game on a knife's edge. Notably, Kamrin Oriol made a crucial 28-foot three-point jumper that helped the Ospreys take a lead, while Brian Waddell's consistent scoring kept the Knights in contention.
With the Ospreys securing the win, they demonstrated resilience and a strong home-court advantage, which will be crucial as they continue their season. The victory not only boosts their morale but also adds a significant win to their record against a rival team.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | BELL -3.5 | 164.5 o -110 / u -110 | Bellarmine Knights -162 · North Florida Ospreys +136 |
Leaders
- PointsKamrin Oriol33North Florida Ospreys
- AssistsKamrin Oriol15North Florida Ospreys
- ReboundsMason Lee9North Florida Ospreys
- PointsBrian Waddell26Bellarmine Knights
- AssistsTyler Doyle8Bellarmine Knights
- ReboundsKenyon Goodin6Bellarmine Knights
Recent form
North Florida Ospreys
Last 10: 2-8Streak W181.2 scored · 94 allowed per game1-3 at home
- W87-85vs Eastern Kentucky ColonelsJan 23
- L69-98at Central Arkansas BearsJan 17
- W105-91at North Alabama LionsJan 16
- L82-89vs Queens University RoyalsJan 10
- L73-85vs West Georgia WolvesJan 9
- L74-82at Lipscomb BisonsJan 3
- L83-102at Austin Peay GovernorsJan 2
- L82-90vs Columbia LionsDec 28
- L67-105at Miami HurricanesDec 21
- L90-113at Charleston Southern BuccaneersDec 18
Bellarmine Knights
Last 10: 3-7Streak W177.5 scored · 82.8 allowed per game1-5 away
- W77-70at Jacksonville DolphinsJan 23
- L69-89at Eastern Kentucky ColonelsJan 18
- L71-81at Lipscomb BisonsJan 16
- L73-82vs North Alabama LionsJan 10
- W84-78vs Central Arkansas BearsJan 9
- L76-98at Queens University RoyalsJan 3
- L85-87at West Georgia WolvesJan 2
- L85-99at Kentucky WildcatsDec 23
- W79-64vs Chattanooga MocsDec 18
- L76-80vs Northern Kentucky NorseDec 13
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Peay | 22-9 | +1 | 15-3 |
| Central Arkansas | 22-12 | +1 | 15-3 |
| Queens University | 21-14 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Lipscomb | 19-13 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Florida Gulf Coast | 16-18 | 7 | 8-10 |
| West Georgia | 15-17 | 6 | 8-10 |
| Bellarmine | 13-19 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Jacksonville | 12-20 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Stetson | 12-21 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Eastern Kentucky | 11-21 | 7 | 7-11 |
| North Florida | 7-25 | 10 | 5-13 |
| North Alabama | 9-21 | 10 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Bellarmine Knights | North Florida Ospreys |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 43-72 | 39-63 |
| Field goal % | 60 | 62 |
| Three-pointers | 12-27 | 19-38 |
| Three-point % | 44 | 50 |
| Free throws | 16-20 | 20-23 |
| Free throw % | 80 | 87 |
| Rebounds | 23 | 29 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 17 | 23 |
| Assists | 22 | 24 |
| Steals | 4 | 4 |
| Blocks | 1 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 6 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 62 | 40 |
| Fouls | 17 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 14 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 5 | 86 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half73-87Mason Lee makes layup (Kamrin Oriol assists)
- 2nd Half75-87Jack Karasinski makes layup
- 2nd Half75-89Devin Hines makes 11-foot jumper
- 2nd Half77-89Brian Waddell makes layup (Kenyon Goodin assists)
- 2nd Half77-91Devin Hines makes layup (Kamrin Oriol assists)
- 2nd Half79-91Brian Waddell makes layup
- 2nd Half79-93Devin Hines makes layup (Kamrin Oriol assists)
- 2nd Half82-93Kenyon Goodin makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tyler Doyle assists)
- 2nd Half82-96Kamrin Oriol makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half83-96Kenyon Goodin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half84-96Kenyon Goodin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half87-96Kenyon Goodin makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half90-96Sam Donald makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tyler Doyle assists)
- 2nd Half90-97Kamrin Oriol makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half90-98Kamrin Oriol makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half93-98Sam Donald makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kenyon Goodin assists)
- 2nd Half93-100Kamrin Oriol makes layup
- 2nd Half93-102Dalton Gayman makes layup (Kamrin Oriol assists)
- 2nd Half95-102Sam Donald makes layup (Tyler Doyle assists)
- 2nd Half96-102Sam Donald makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half97-102Jack Karasinski makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half98-102Jack Karasinski makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half100-102Tyler Doyle makes layup (Kenyon Goodin assists)
- 2nd Half102-102Brian Waddell makes 0-foot tip in layup
- OT104-102Tyler Doyle makes layup
- OT106-102Sam Donald makes layup
- OT106-103Dalton Gayman makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT106-104Dalton Gayman makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT106-107Kent Jackson makes 31-foot three point jumper (Kamrin Oriol assists)
- OT107-107Jack Karasinski makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT108-107Jack Karasinski makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT108-110Kamrin Oriol makes 26-foot three point jumper
- OT110-110Brian Waddell makes layup
- OT110-112Kamrin Oriol makes layup
- OT112-112Brian Waddell makes layup
- OT112-115Kamrin Oriol makes 28-foot three point jumper
- OT113-115Jack Karasinski makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT114-115Jack Karasinski makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT114-116Kamrin Oriol makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT114-117Kamrin Oriol makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours North Florida Ospreys, below favours Bellarmine Knights.
Venue
- UNF ArenaJacksonville, FL
- Attendance1155
- OfficialsLuis Vazquez, Julian Legido, Ryan Wechsler
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