New Hampshire Wildcats Edge Bryant Bulldogs in Double Overtime
Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · Lundholm Gymnasium
New Hampshire Wildcats 88, Bryant Bulldogs 83, 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 Bryant Bulldogs vs New Hampshire Wildcats?
New Hampshire Wildcats beat Bryant Bulldogs 88-83 at Lundholm Gymnasium on March 3, 2026.
Who was favored in Bryant Bulldogs vs New Hampshire Wildcats?
New Hampshire Wildcats were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -135 (about 57% implied). The favorite won.
In a thrilling encounter that extended into double overtime, the New Hampshire Wildcats triumphed over the Bryant Bulldogs with a final score of 88-83. This matchup was significant as both teams entered the game with similar records, the Wildcats at 9-20 and the Bulldogs at 9-21, highlighting the competitive nature of the fixture.
The Wildcats have struggled recently, entering the game with a record of 2-8 over their last ten outings, and they were on an eight-game losing streak. Their recent games saw them averaging 65.8 points scored while allowing 75.4 points per game. In contrast, the Bulldogs had a slightly better record of 3-7 in their last ten games, with their latest performance being a victory against the NJIT Highlanders, where they won 69-52. The Bulldogs averaged 66.6 points scored and allowed 72.0 points during this stretch.
When considering home and away performances, the Wildcats had a home record of 2-3 in their last five games, while the Bulldogs were 0-4 on the road. This home advantage was crucial as the Wildcats played at Lundholm Gymnasium, where they aimed to turn their fortunes around. The previous meetings between the two teams had favored the Bulldogs, with New Hampshire losing all three of their past encounters, including a recent match on January 31, 2026, where they fell 84-92.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details about player absences, but it’s common for such factors to influence team performance and strategies. As for the betting market, DraftKings set the odds with New Hampshire favored by 2.5 points, indicating a close contest was anticipated. The total points were set at 135.5, with odds of -115.0 for the over and -105.0 for the under, reflecting expectations of a competitive scoring environment.
The game conditions were not detailed in the block, but typically, factors such as crowd support and venue familiarity can play significant roles in college basketball games. As the match unfolded, viewers were treated to a back-and-forth battle that showcased the resilience of both teams. Key moments included scoring plays from both sides, with the Wildcats pulling ahead in the second overtime through critical layups and free throws, ultimately sealing their hard-fought victory.
The Wildcats' ability to secure the win despite their recent struggles and previous losses to the Bulldogs adds an intriguing chapter to their season, while the Bulldogs will look to regroup after this narrow defeat.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UNH -2.5 | 135.5 o -115 / u -105 | Bryant Bulldogs +114 · New Hampshire Wildcats -135 |
Leaders
- PointsBelal El Shakery23New Hampshire Wildcats
- AssistsBelal El Shakery5New Hampshire Wildcats
- ReboundsBelal El Shakery12New Hampshire Wildcats
- PointsKeegan Harvey23Bryant Bulldogs
- AssistsTy Tabales6Bryant Bulldogs
- ReboundsKeegan Harvey10Bryant Bulldogs
Recent form
New Hampshire Wildcats
Last 10: 2-8Streak L865.8 scored · 75.4 allowed per game2-3 at home
- L61-84at UAlbany Great DanesFeb 28
- L63-65at Binghamton BearcatsFeb 26
- L58-61vs Maine Black BearsFeb 21
- L56-78at UMass Lowell River HawksFeb 19
- L63-85vs UMBC RetrieversFeb 14
- L70-76vs NJIT HighlandersFeb 12
- L57-80at Vermont CatamountsFeb 7
- L84-92at Bryant BulldogsJan 31
- W66-61vs UMass Lowell River HawksJan 29
- W80-72vs UAlbany Great DanesJan 24
Bryant Bulldogs
Last 10: 3-7Streak W166.6 scored · 72 allowed per game0-4 away
- W69-52vs NJIT HighlandersFeb 28
- L58-70at UMBC RetrieversFeb 26
- L67-79vs Binghamton BearcatsFeb 19
- L63-90at Vermont CatamountsFeb 14
- L69-88at UMass Lowell River HawksFeb 12
- W73-67vs Maine Black BearsFeb 7
- L63-65vs UAlbany Great DanesFeb 5
- W92-84vs New Hampshire WildcatsJan 31
- L60-63at Binghamton BearcatsJan 29
- L52-62vs Vermont CatamountsJan 24
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 | Bryant Bulldogs | New Hampshire Wildcats |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 31-65 | 35-72 |
| Field goal % | 48 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 10-26 | 8-28 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 29 |
| Free throws | 11-15 | 10-19 |
| Free throw % | 73 | 53 |
| Rebounds | 41 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 34 | 29 |
| Assists | 13 | 11 |
| Steals | 2 | 7 |
| Blocks | 4 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 5 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 0 |
| Points in the paint | 40 | 54 |
| Fouls | 16 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 8 |
| Lead changes | 10 | 10 |
| Time in front | 65 | 19 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half49-44Belal El Shakery makes layup
- 2nd Half51-44Keegan Harvey makes layup
- 2nd Half51-47KiJan Robinson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Belal El Shakery assists)
- 2nd Half51-50KiJan Robinson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jack Graham assists)
- 2nd Half51-52KiJan Robinson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half54-52Keegan Harvey makes 23-foot three point jumper (Ty Tabales assists)
- 2nd Half56-52Timofei Rudovskii makes layup (Ty Tabales assists)
- 2nd Half56-54Belal El Shakery makes driving layup
- 2nd Half59-54Timofei Rudovskii makes 24-foot three point jumper (Aaron Davis III assists)
- 2nd Half59-56Belal El Shakery makes layup
- 2nd Half61-56Aaron Davis III makes layup (Ty Tabales assists)
- 2nd Half61-59Davide Poser makes 24-foot three point jumper (KiJan Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half61-62KiJan Robinson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Davide Poser assists)
- 2nd Half64-62Aaron Davis III makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ty Tabales assists)
- 2nd Half67-62Aaron Davis III makes 24-foot three point jumper (Keegan Harvey assists)
- 2nd Half67-64Belal El Shakery makes layup
- 2nd Half67-67Tyler Bike makes 25-foot three point jumper
- OT67-69John Squire makes layup (Belal El Shakery assists)
- OT68-69Timofei Rudovskii makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT69-69Timofei Rudovskii makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT71-69Aaron Davis III makes layup
- OT71-70Belal El Shakery makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT73-70Keegan Harvey makes layup
- OT74-70Keegan Harvey makes free throw 1 of 1
- OT74-72Belal El Shakery makes layup
- OT75-72Timofei Rudovskii makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT76-72Timofei Rudovskii makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT76-74Jack Graham makes driving layup
- OT76-76KiJan Robinson makes layup
- 2OT76-78Jack Graham makes layup (Belal El Shakery assists)
- 2OT76-79Jack Graham makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2OT76-82KiJan Robinson makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2OT78-82Keegan Harvey makes layup
- 2OT78-84KiJan Robinson makes driving layup
- 2OT78-86Belal El Shakery makes layup (John Squire assists)
- 2OT81-86Timofei Rudovskii makes 25-foot three pointer (Daniel Akoue assists)
- 2OT82-86Ty Tabales makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2OT83-86Ty Tabales makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2OT83-87Tyler Bike makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2OT83-88Tyler Bike makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours New Hampshire Wildcats, below favours Bryant Bulldogs.
Venue
- Lundholm GymnasiumDurham, NH
- Attendance280
- OfficialsJohn Cahill Jr., Mikerlange Fleury, Mike Evans
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