Loyola Maryland Defeats Boston University 74-57 at Home
Saturday, January 17, 2026, 1:00 PM ET · Reitz Arena
Loyola Maryland Greyhounds 74, Boston University Terriers 57, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Boston University Terriers vs Loyola Maryland Greyhounds?
Loyola Maryland Greyhounds beat Boston University Terriers 74-57 at Reitz Arena on January 17, 2026.
Who was favored in Boston University Terriers vs Loyola Maryland Greyhounds?
Boston University Terriers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -118 (about 54% implied). The underdog won.
In a decisive victory, the Loyola Maryland Greyhounds defeated the Boston University Terriers 74-57 at Reitz Arena. This win marks a significant moment for Loyola Maryland, who improved their home record to 7-13, while Boston University fell to 7-12 overall. The Greyhounds' performance was particularly impressive given their recent struggles, having lost their last two games prior to this matchup.
Loyola Maryland's recent form leading into the game had been challenging, with a record of 2-8 in their last ten games. They had averaged 75.2 points scored while allowing 82.5 points per game during this stretch. Their last five games reflected a slight dip in scoring, averaging 72.8 points while allowing 79.0 points. In their previous outing on January 15, they lost to the Colgate Raiders with a score of 80-86.
In contrast, Boston University entered the game with a record of 4-6 in their last ten games and had averaged 81.0 points scored while allowing 76.4 points. They had recently experienced a loss against the Lehigh Mountain Hawks, with a close score of 91-93 on January 14. Despite their ability to score, the Terriers struggled defensively, which ultimately contributed to their defeat against Loyola Maryland.
The Greyhounds' home performance had been mixed, with a home record of 1-3 in their last four games. Meanwhile, Boston University had a 1-3 away record, indicating their difficulties in securing wins on the road. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as it featured two teams with contrasting home and away performances.
Historically, the two teams had met twice in the previous season, with each team winning one game. The most recent meeting prior to this game was on February 20, 2025, where Boston University edged out Loyola Maryland 68-66. However, the Greyhounds reversed their fortunes in this matchup, showcasing a strong defensive effort and capitalizing on their scoring opportunities.
In terms of player availability, the block did not specify any injuries affecting either team, allowing both squads to field their full rosters. This absence of injury concerns likely contributed to the competitive nature of the game.
The betting market had set the odds with Boston University favored by 1.5 points, according to DraftKings. The total points line was established at 148.5, with the odds for the over at -115.0 and the under at -105.0. The moneyline odds reflected a slight favoring of Boston University at -118.0, while Loyola Maryland was priced at -102.0.
The game conditions at Reitz Arena were conducive to a competitive match, with both teams looking to capitalize on their respective strengths. As the game unfolded, Loyola Maryland took control, leading to a series of scoring plays that highlighted their offensive capabilities. Key moments included a driving layup by Jonas Sirtautas and a three-point shot from Braeden Speed, which helped extend their lead in the second half.
Ultimately, Loyola Maryland's ability to maintain their lead and execute offensively while limiting Boston University's scoring opportunities was crucial to their success. The Greyhounds' performance in this game serves as a positive turning point in their season, providing momentum as they look to build on this victory.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | BU -1.5 | 148.5 o -115 / u -105 | Boston University Terriers -118 · Loyola Maryland Greyhounds -102 |
Leaders
- PointsEmmett Adair17Loyola Maryland Greyhounds
- AssistsBraeden Speed2Loyola Maryland Greyhounds
- ReboundsSebastien Emenalo7Loyola Maryland Greyhounds
- PointsBen Defty18Boston University Terriers
- AssistsChance Gladden4Boston University Terriers
- ReboundsBen Defty10Boston University Terriers
Recent form
Loyola Maryland Greyhounds
Last 10: 2-8Streak L275.2 scored · 82.5 allowed per game1-3 at home
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Boston University Terriers
Last 10: 4-6Streak L181 scored · 76.4 allowed per game1-3 away
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Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Navy | 26-8 | - | 17-1 |
| Colgate | 18-15 | 6 | 11-7 |
| Lehigh | 18-17 | 6 | 11-7 |
| Boston University | 17-17 | 7 | 10-8 |
| American University | 16-16 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Loyola Maryland | 12-20 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Lafayette | 11-21 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Bucknell | 10-23 | 11 | 6-12 |
| Army | 11-21 | 12 | 5-13 |
| Holy Cross | 11-22 | 12 | 5-13 |
Box score
| Stat | Boston University Terriers | Loyola Maryland Greyhounds |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 18-55 | 27-61 |
| Field goal % | 33 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 6-29 | 7-25 |
| Three-point % | 21 | 28 |
| Free throws | 15-17 | 13-21 |
| Free throw % | 88 | 62 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 28 |
| Assists | 10 | 6 |
| Steals | 5 | 9 |
| Blocks | 3 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 36 |
| Fouls | 18 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 11 | 17 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 50 | 42 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half33-28Chance Gladden makes driving layup
- 1st Half34-28Chance Gladden makes free throw 1 of 1
- 1st Half34-30Sebastien Emenalo makes driving layup
- 1st Half36-30Michael McNair makes 7-foot pullup jump shot
- 1st Half36-32Emmett Adair makes 8-foot hook shot
- 1st Half36-33Carter Berg-McLean makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half36-34Carter Berg-McLean makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half36-35Jonas Sirtautas makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half36-36Jonas Sirtautas makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half36-38Jonas Sirtautas makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half38-38Chance Gladden makes layup
- 2nd Half38-41Tyson Commander makes 28-foot three pointer (Braeden Speed assists)
- 2nd Half38-44Braeden Speed makes 25-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half39-44Ben Defty makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half40-44Ben Defty makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half40-46Emmett Adair makes 4-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half43-46Sam Hughes makes 25-foot three point jumper (Azmar Abdullah assists)
- 2nd Half43-47Braeden Speed makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-49Jonas Sirtautas makes 7-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half46-49Azmar Abdullah makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half46-51Jonas Sirtautas makes driving layup (Jordan Stiemke assists)
- 2nd Half49-51Donte Tisinger Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (Michael McNair assists)
- 2nd Half49-53Jonas Sirtautas makes driving layup
- 2nd Half51-53Chance Gladden makes driving layup
- 2nd Half52-53Chance Gladden makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half52-56Emmett Adair makes 26-foot three point jumper (Braeden Speed assists)
- 2nd Half54-56Ben Defty makes layup (Michael McNair assists)
- 2nd Half55-56Ben Defty makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half55-58Emmett Adair makes layup (Jordan Stiemke assists)
- 2nd Half55-59Emmett Adair makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-60Emmett Adair makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-61Carter Berg-McLean makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-62Carter Berg-McLean makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-64Jonas Sirtautas makes driving layup
- 2nd Half55-67Braeden Speed makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half55-69Carter Berg-McLean makes 3-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half55-71Carter Berg-McLean makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-71Michael McNair makes 2-foot dunk (Chance Gladden assists)
- 2nd Half57-72Emmett Adair makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-74Jordan Stiemke makes 16-foot floating jump shot
Win probability
Above the line favours Loyola Maryland Greyhounds, below favours Boston University Terriers.
Venue
- Reitz ArenaBaltimore, MD
- Attendance642
- OfficialsScott Bennett, Robert Riley Jr., Eddie Fontno
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