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NJIT Highlanders Defeat Binghamton Bearcats 73-64

Saturday, February 7, 2026, 4:00 PM ET · Joel & Diane Bloom Wellness and Events Center

NJIT Highlanders 73, Binghamton Bearcats 64, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Binghamton Bearcats vs NJIT Highlanders?

NJIT Highlanders beat Binghamton Bearcats 73-64 at Joel & Diane Bloom Wellness and Events Center on February 7, 2026.

Who was favored in Binghamton Bearcats vs NJIT Highlanders?

NJIT Highlanders were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -395 (about 80% implied). The favorite won.

In a competitive matchup at the Joel & Diane Bloom Wellness and Events Center, the NJIT Highlanders secured a 73-64 victory over the Binghamton Bearcats. This win marks the Highlanders' third consecutive victory and solidifies their place in the league with a home record of 13-12, while the Bearcats continue to struggle with a record of 5-20.

The Highlanders have shown strong form recently, boasting a record of 7-3 in their last ten games, with an average of 74.7 points scored and 70.2 points allowed per game. Their recent performances have included notable wins, such as an 81-56 triumph over UMass Lowell just a day prior to this game. In contrast, the Bearcats have struggled significantly, posting a record of 2-8 in their last ten outings, averaging 67.5 points scored and allowing 71.9 points per game. Their most recent game resulted in a 79-62 loss to UMBC, further highlighting their difficulties this season.

At home, NJIT has performed well, with a home record of 3-1 in their last four games, while Binghamton has struggled on the road, failing to secure a win in their last five away games. The Highlanders have also had the upper hand in their previous meetings with the Bearcats, leading the head-to-head record 2-1 over the last two seasons. Their last encounter, earlier this season on January 3, ended with a 73-65 victory for NJIT.

In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but the overall performance trends suggest that NJIT has been able to maintain a relatively stable lineup, contributing to their recent success. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, reflected NJIT as 8.5-point favorites, with a total set at 140.5 points. The odds indicated a strong belief in NJIT's ability to cover the spread, with a moneyline of -395 for the Highlanders compared to +310 for the Bearcats.

The game conditions were typical for indoor basketball, with no adverse weather factors affecting play. Fans watching the game were treated to a display of free-throw shooting in the second half, particularly from players like Stephan Snagg and Ari Fulton, who contributed crucial points down the stretch. Snagg made several key free throws that helped maintain NJIT's lead, while Fulton’s performance also proved vital in securing the win.

Ultimately, NJIT's ability to capitalize on their home advantage and Binghamton's ongoing struggles were key factors in the final score. As the Highlanders continue their push for a stronger season finish, the Bearcats will need to regroup and address their challenges moving forward.

Odds

BookSpreadTotalMoneyline
DraftKingsNJIT -8.5 140.5 o -110 / u -110 Binghamton Bearcats +310 · NJIT Highlanders -395

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Leaders

  • PointsAri Fulton21NJIT Highlanders
  • AssistsAri Fulton3NJIT Highlanders
  • ReboundsAri Fulton9NJIT Highlanders
  • PointsJeremiah Quigley15Binghamton Bearcats
  • AssistsJeremiah Quigley8Binghamton Bearcats
  • ReboundsJeremiah Quigley7Binghamton Bearcats

Recent form

NJIT Highlanders

Last 10: 7-3Streak W374.7 scored · 70.2 allowed per game3-1 at home

  • W81-56vs UMass Lowell River HawksFeb 6
  • W79-77at Vermont CatamountsJan 31
  • W77-68at UAlbany Great DanesJan 29
  • L74-87at UMBC RetrieversJan 22
  • W79-55vs Bryant BulldogsJan 19
  • W73-64at UMass Lowell River HawksJan 15
  • L70-74vs Maine Black BearsJan 10
  • W80-76vs New Hampshire WildcatsJan 9
  • W73-65at Binghamton BearcatsJan 3
  • L61-80at Pennsylvania QuakersDec 31

Binghamton Bearcats

Last 10: 2-8Streak L167.5 scored · 71.9 allowed per game0-5 away

  • L62-79at UMBC RetrieversFeb 5
  • W63-60vs Bryant BulldogsJan 29
  • L63-79at Maine Black BearsJan 24
  • 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

Standings

TeamOverallGames behindIn conference
UMBC24-9-14-2
Vermont22-12212-4
NJIT16-17410-6
UMass Lowell15-1859-7
UAlbany11-2177-9
Maine8-2486-10
New Hampshire9-2195-11
Bryant9-2295-11
Binghamton8-23104-12

Box score

StatBinghamton BearcatsNJIT Highlanders
Field goals20-5524-53
Field goal %3645
Three-pointers5-157-22
Three-point %3332
Free throws19-2418-33
Free throw %7955
Rebounds3639
Offensive rebounds99
Defensive rebounds2730
Assists1210
Steals48
Blocks07
Turnovers96
Team turnovers01
Technical fouls00
Technical fouls, total00
Flagrant fouls00
Points off turnovers513
Fast-break points06
Points in the paint2832
Fouls2320
Largest lead413
Lead changes1414
Time in front1678

How the scoring went

  1. 2nd Half32-39Jordan Rogers makes 24-foot three point jumper (David Bolden assists)
  2. 2nd Half32-41Ari Fulton makes 5-foot tip in layup
  3. 2nd Half32-42Ari Fulton makes free throw 1 of 1
  4. 2nd Half34-42Bryson Wilson makes 0-foot tip in layup
  5. 2nd Half34-44Sebastian Robinson makes driving layup
  6. 2nd Half37-44Wes Peterson Jr. makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jeremiah Quigley assists)
  7. 2nd Half37-45Melvyn Ebonkoli makes free throw 1 of 2
  8. 2nd Half39-45Zyier Beverly makes layup (Jeremiah Quigley assists)
  9. 2nd Half39-47Ari Fulton makes 6-foot dunk (Jordan Rogers assists)
  10. 2nd Half39-50David Bolden makes 30-foot three point jumper (Ari Fulton assists)
  11. 2nd Half40-50Jackson Benigni makes free throw 1 of 2
  12. 2nd Half40-53David Bolden makes 27-foot three point jumper (Ari Fulton assists)
  13. 2nd Half42-53Bryson Wilson makes layup
  14. 2nd Half45-53Bryson Wilson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jeremiah Quigley assists)
  15. 2nd Half45-54Jordan Rogers makes free throw 2 of 2
  16. 2nd Half47-54Jeremiah Quigley makes 14-foot step back jumpshot
  17. 2nd Half47-55Sebastian Robinson makes free throw 1 of 2
  18. 2nd Half47-56Sebastian Robinson makes free throw 2 of 2
  19. 2nd Half48-56Jeremiah Quigley makes free throw 2 of 2
  20. 2nd Half48-58Sebastian Robinson makes driving layup
  21. 2nd Half48-59Sebastian Robinson makes free throw 1 of 1
  22. 2nd Half48-61Sebastian Robinson makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
  23. 2nd Half50-61Wes Peterson Jr. makes layup (Jeremiah Quigley assists)
  24. 2nd Half53-61Nevin Ibroci makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jeremiah Quigley assists)
  25. 2nd Half53-63Melvyn Ebonkoli makes layup
  26. 2nd Half54-63Wes Peterson Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
  27. 2nd Half55-63Wes Peterson Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
  28. 2nd Half55-65Ari Fulton makes layup
  29. 2nd Half56-65Jeremiah Quigley makes free throw 1 of 2
  30. 2nd Half56-68David Bolden makes 27-foot three point jumper (Ari Fulton assists)
  31. 2nd Half58-68Wes Peterson Jr. makes driving layup
  32. 2nd Half60-68Stephan Snagg makes 0-foot tip in layup
  33. 2nd Half61-68Stephan Snagg makes free throw 1 of 1
  34. 2nd Half62-68Stephan Snagg makes free throw 1 of 2
  35. 2nd Half62-69Melvyn Ebonkoli makes free throw 2 of 2
  36. 2nd Half62-71Sebastian Robinson makes driving layup (David Bolden assists)
  37. 2nd Half62-72Ari Fulton makes free throw 2 of 2
  38. 2nd Half63-72Stephan Snagg makes free throw 1 of 2
  39. 2nd Half64-72Stephan Snagg makes free throw 2 of 2
  40. 2nd Half64-73Ari Fulton makes free throw 2 of 2

Win probability

Above the line favours NJIT Highlanders, below favours Binghamton Bearcats.

Venue

  • Joel & Diane Bloom Wellness and Events CenterNewark, NJ
  • Attendance430
  • OfficialsTom Deneen, Tiger Womack, Raymond Downs

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