Maine Black Bears Defeat Binghamton Bearcats 79-63
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · Skip Chappelle Court in Memorial Gymnasium
Maine Black Bears 79, Binghamton Bearcats 63, 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 Binghamton Bearcats vs Maine Black Bears?
Maine Black Bears beat Binghamton Bearcats 79-63 at Skip Chappelle Court in Memorial Gymnasium on January 24, 2026.
Who was favored in Binghamton Bearcats vs Maine Black Bears?
Maine Black Bears were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -258 (about 72% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup at Skip Chappelle Court in Memorial Gymnasium, the Maine Black Bears secured a 79-63 victory over the Binghamton Bearcats. This game was particularly notable as both teams have struggled this season, with Maine holding a home record of 5-17 and Binghamton at 4-18 overall. The win marked Maine's second consecutive victory at home, improving their recent form to 4-6 in their last ten games, while Binghamton extended their losing streak to six games, with a record of 1-9 in their last ten outings.
Maine's recent performance has shown some improvement, averaging 62.1 points scored and allowing 64.5 points over their last ten games. In contrast, Binghamton has struggled offensively, averaging 69.6 points scored but allowing a significantly higher 78.1 points. The disparity in defensive performance has been a critical factor in their recent results, as evidenced by Binghamton's inability to secure wins away from home, where they have lost all six of their last games.
The Black Bears' last five games saw them average 59.6 points scored and 64.0 points allowed, indicating a slight defensive edge that they capitalized on in this matchup. Binghamton, meanwhile, averaged 64.4 points scored and 73.6 points allowed in their last five games, highlighting their defensive vulnerabilities.
Historically, the teams had met twice in the previous season, splitting the series with Maine winning the first meeting 82-71 at home and Binghamton taking the second encounter 71-69 on the road. This latest victory for Maine not only gives them the upper hand in the series but also boosts their confidence as they look to build momentum.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant player absences that may have impacted the game. However, both teams have faced challenges throughout the season, which could have contributed to their overall performance.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Maine favored by 5.5 points with a total set at 124.5. The odds reflected the expectations of a closely contested game, but Maine's strong showing ultimately exceeded those projections. The Black Bears were priced at -258.0 on the money line, while Binghamton was at 210.0.
The conditions on game day were not detailed in the block, but the venue typically provides a competitive atmosphere for home games, which Maine capitalized on in this instance. Fans witnessed a solid performance from Maine, particularly in the second half, where they pulled away decisively.
Key moments in the game included a series of scoring plays that showcased Maine's offensive capabilities, such as Ryan Mabrey's 27-foot three-point jumper that pushed the score to 79-63, solidifying their lead. Binghamton's attempts to close the gap were thwarted by Maine's effective defense and timely scoring.
Overall, this game highlighted the struggles of both teams but also showcased Maine's potential to build on their recent success. With the win probability for Maine at 1.0, they demonstrated their dominance in this matchup, setting the stage for what they hope will be a turnaround in their season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | ME -5.5 | 124.5 o -112 / u -108 | Binghamton Bearcats +210 · Maine Black Bears -258 |
Leaders
- PointsLogan Carey19Maine Black Bears
- AssistsRyan Mabrey5Maine Black Bears
- ReboundsAce Flagg5Maine Black Bears
- PointsJackson Benigni13Binghamton Bearcats
- AssistsJeremiah Quigley7Binghamton Bearcats
- ReboundsJeremiah Quigley7Binghamton Bearcats
Recent form
Maine Black Bears
Last 10: 4-6Streak W162.1 scored · 64.5 allowed per game2-3 at home
- W52-49vs UAlbany Great DanesJan 22
- L48-65vs New Hampshire WildcatsJan 19
- L62-67at Vermont CatamountsJan 16
- W74-70at NJIT HighlandersJan 10
- L62-69at UMBC RetrieversJan 8
- L51-56vs Bryant BulldogsJan 3
- W104-66vs Maine Fort Kent BengalsDec 30
- L56-74at Drexel DragonsDec 21
- L43-70vs Canisius Golden GriffinsDec 13
- W69-59at Boston University TerriersDec 11
Binghamton Bearcats
Last 10: 1-9Streak L669.6 scored · 78.1 allowed per game0-6 away
- L82-88at New Hampshire WildcatsJan 22
- L60-78vs UMBC RetrieversJan 19
- L53-69at UAlbany Great DanesJan 15
- L68-73vs UMass Lowell River HawksJan 10
- L59-60at Vermont CatamountsJan 9
- L65-73vs NJIT HighlandersJan 3
- W100-60vs Elmira Soaring EaglesDec 29
- L85-95at Army Black KnightsDec 23
- L61-82at Mercyhurst LakersDec 20
- L63-103at Pittsburgh PanthersDec 18
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| UMBC | 24-9 | - | 14-2 |
| Vermont | 22-12 | 2 | 12-4 |
| NJIT | 16-17 | 4 | 10-6 |
| UMass Lowell | 15-18 | 5 | 9-7 |
| UAlbany | 11-21 | 7 | 7-9 |
| Maine | 8-24 | 8 | 6-10 |
| New Hampshire | 9-21 | 9 | 5-11 |
| Bryant | 9-22 | 9 | 5-11 |
| Binghamton | 8-23 | 10 | 4-12 |
Box score
| Stat | Binghamton Bearcats | Maine Black Bears |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-44 | 29-52 |
| Field goal % | 52 | 56 |
| Three-pointers | 3-11 | 11-22 |
| Three-point % | 27 | 50 |
| Free throws | 14-16 | 10-12 |
| Free throw % | 88 | 83 |
| Rebounds | 24 | 22 |
| Offensive rebounds | 4 | 5 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 17 |
| Assists | 15 | 23 |
| Steals | 5 | 12 |
| Blocks | 3 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 20 |
| Fast-break points | 0 | 18 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 30 |
| Fouls | 15 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 17 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 3 | 94 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half33-34Jackson Benigni makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half34-34Jackson Benigni makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half34-37Amare Allen makes 23-foot three point jumper (Caleb Crawford assists)
- 1st Half36-37Zyier Beverly makes 9-foot dunk (Jeremiah Quigley assists)
- 2nd Half36-38Logan Carey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half36-39Logan Carey makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half36-41Logan Carey makes driving layup
- 2nd Half38-41Jeremiah Quigley makes driving layup
- 2nd Half38-43TJ Biel makes 4-foot dunk
- 2nd Half40-43Bryson Wilson makes layup
- 2nd Half42-43Zyier Beverly makes layup (Wes Peterson Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half42-45Ryan Mabrey makes 19-foot jumper (TJ Biel assists)
- 2nd Half42-48Ace Flagg makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ryan Mabrey assists)
- 2nd Half44-48Bryson Wilson makes layup
- 2nd Half44-50Mekhi Gray makes driving layup (Caleb Crawford assists)
- 2nd Half44-51Amare Allen makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-52Amare Allen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-55Amare Allen makes 24-foot three point jumper (Mekhi Gray assists)
- 2nd Half46-55Zyier Beverly makes 6-foot alley oop dunk (Jeremiah Quigley assists)
- 2nd Half46-58Mekhi Gray makes 23-foot three point jumper (TJ Biel assists)
- 2nd Half47-58Bryson Wilson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-58Bryson Wilson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-60Ace Flagg makes layup
- 2nd Half48-62Logan Carey makes 6-foot dunk (Caleb Crawford assists)
- 2nd Half50-62Jeremiah Quigley makes layup (Bryson Wilson assists)
- 2nd Half52-62Wes Peterson Jr. makes layup (Jackson Benigni assists)
- 2nd Half52-64Logan Carey makes layup
- 2nd Half54-64Wes Peterson Jr. makes layup (Jeremiah Quigley assists)
- 2nd Half54-67Ryan Mabrey makes 26-foot three point jumper (Ace Flagg assists)
- 2nd Half54-70Logan Carey makes 25-foot three point jumper (Ace Flagg assists)
- 2nd Half57-70Jackson Benigni makes 25-foot three point jumper (Wes Peterson Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half57-71Logan Carey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-72Logan Carey makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-74Mekhi Gray makes layup (Ryan Mabrey assists)
- 2nd Half58-74Jackson Benigni makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half59-74Jackson Benigni makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half60-74Jackson Benigni makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half60-76Amare Allen makes 17-foot jumper
- 2nd Half63-76Ryan Richardson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jeremiah Quigley assists)
- 2nd Half63-79Ryan Mabrey makes 27-foot three point jumper (Mekhi Gray assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Maine Black Bears, below favours Binghamton Bearcats.
Venue
- Skip Chappelle Court in Memorial GymnasiumOrono, ME
- Attendance1276
- OfficialsWilliam Flowers Jr., Tiger Womack, Gordon Bentley
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