UMass Lowell Dominates Bryant in 88-69 Victory
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · Kennedy Family Athletic Complex
UMass Lowell River Hawks 88, Bryant Bulldogs 69, 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 UMass Lowell River Hawks?
UMass Lowell River Hawks beat Bryant Bulldogs 88-69 at Kennedy Family Athletic Complex on February 12, 2026.
Who was favored in Bryant Bulldogs vs UMass Lowell River Hawks?
UMass Lowell River Hawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -218 (about 69% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup on February 12, 2026, the UMass Lowell River Hawks secured a commanding 88-69 victory over the Bryant Bulldogs at the Kennedy Family Athletic Complex. This win marked an important moment for UMass Lowell, who improved their record to 12-15, while Bryant fell to 8-18 on the season.
UMass Lowell entered the game with a mixed recent form, having recorded a 5-5 record in their last ten games. They were on a one-game winning streak, having defeated the UAlbany Great Danes 89-79 in their previous outing. The River Hawks averaged 71.8 points scored per game while allowing 73.4 points during this stretch, indicating a propensity for high-scoring games. At home, they had a record of 2-2 in their last four games, while their overall recent performance showed a slight dip, with an average of 70.6 points scored and 76.4 points allowed in their last five games.
On the other hand, the Bryant Bulldogs were struggling with an overall record of 8-17 and a 4-6 record in their last ten games. They entered the game on a one-game winning streak after defeating the Maine Black Bears 73-67. The Bulldogs averaged 63.9 points scored and allowed 69.3 points during their recent stretch, showcasing their difficulties in offensive production. They had a 1-3 record in their last four away games, which further highlighted their challenges when playing outside of their home venue.
The two teams had met previously this season on January 8, 2026, where UMass Lowell also emerged victorious with a score of 77-63. Historically, UMass Lowell had a 1-2 record against Bryant in their last three encounters, with the Bulldogs winning their last two meetings prior to this game.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details on player availability, but it is crucial for teams to manage their rosters effectively as the season progresses.
The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had UMass Lowell favored by 4.5 points, with a total set at 141.5. The odds indicated a strong belief in UMass Lowell's ability to perform at home, with a moneyline of -218 for the River Hawks compared to +180 for the Bulldogs.
Conditions for the game were favorable, with both teams competing in a well-maintained indoor venue. The atmosphere in the Kennedy Family Athletic Complex was electric, contributing to the home-court advantage for UMass Lowell.
As the game unfolded, UMass Lowell showcased their offensive prowess. Key moments included a series of scoring plays in the second half, where Xavier Spencer contributed significantly with free throws that pushed the score to 88-69 in favor of the River Hawks. Other notable plays included a layup from Angel Montas Jr. and a dunk from Shawn Simmons II, both of which underscored UMass Lowell's dominance in the latter stages of the game.
Overall, the matchup highlighted UMass Lowell's ability to capitalize on their home advantage, while Bryant continued to struggle to find consistency on the road. The River Hawks' victory not only improved their standing but also served as a statement of their potential as they head deeper into the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UML -4.5 | 141.5 o -110 / u -110 | Bryant Bulldogs +180 · UMass Lowell River Hawks -218 |
Leaders
- PointsAngel Montas Jr.24UMass Lowell River Hawks
- AssistsDarrel Yepdo4UMass Lowell River Hawks
- ReboundsAngel Montas Jr.8UMass Lowell River Hawks
- PointsKeegan Harvey28Bryant Bulldogs
- AssistsKhalil Williams6Bryant Bulldogs
- ReboundsKeegan Harvey10Bryant Bulldogs
Recent form
UMass Lowell River Hawks
Last 10: 5-5Streak W171.8 scored · 73.4 allowed per game2-2 at home
- W89-79at UAlbany Great DanesFeb 8
- L56-81at NJIT HighlandersFeb 6
- W91-77vs Maine Black BearsJan 31
- L61-66at New Hampshire WildcatsJan 29
- L56-79at UMBC RetrieversJan 24
- L68-77vs Vermont CatamountsJan 22
- L64-73vs NJIT HighlandersJan 15
- W73-68at Binghamton BearcatsJan 10
- W77-63at Bryant BulldogsJan 8
- W83-71vs UAlbany Great DanesJan 3
Bryant Bulldogs
Last 10: 4-6Streak W163.9 scored · 69.3 allowed per game1-3 away
- 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
- L55-79at NJIT HighlandersJan 19
- W79-74vs UMBC RetrieversJan 15
- L46-71at UAlbany Great DanesJan 10
- L63-77vs UMass Lowell River HawksJan 8
- W56-51at Maine Black BearsJan 3
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 | UMass Lowell River Hawks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-57 | 33-61 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 54 |
| Three-pointers | 9-26 | 9-19 |
| Three-point % | 35 | 47 |
| Free throws | 10-15 | 13-20 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 65 |
| Rebounds | 29 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 17 | 21 |
| Assists | 12 | 14 |
| Steals | 6 | 10 |
| Blocks | 5 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 16 |
| Fast-break points | 5 | 16 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 42 |
| Fouls | 14 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 19 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 99 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half40-42Keegan Harvey makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half40-44Darrel Yepdo makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half40-47Xavier Spencer makes 24-foot three point jumper (Austin Green assists)
- 2nd Half42-47Khalil Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half42-50Xavier Spencer makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half42-53Angel Montas Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (Shawn Simmons II assists)
- 2nd Half42-55Angel Montas Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half42-56Angel Montas Jr. makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half44-56Keegan Harvey makes layup
- 2nd Half45-56Keegan Harvey makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half45-58Xavier Spencer makes 10-foot jumper
- 2nd Half47-58Jakai Robinson makes layup (Keegan Harvey assists)
- 2nd Half47-60Xavier Spencer makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half47-62Angel Montas Jr. makes 1-foot dunk (Shawn Simmons II assists)
- 2nd Half47-63Darrel Yepdo makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-64Darrel Yepdo makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-64Timofei Rudovskii makes 16-foot jumper
- 2nd Half49-67Darrel Yepdo makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half52-67Timofei Rudovskii makes 26-foot three point jumper (Khalil Williams assists)
- 2nd Half52-69Darrel Yepdo makes 15-foot jumper
- 2nd Half55-69Timofei Rudovskii makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half58-69Timofei Rudovskii makes 27-foot three point jumper (Khalil Williams assists)
- 2nd Half58-71Angel Montas Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half60-71Keegan Harvey makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half60-73Khalil Farmer makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half60-74Khalil Farmer makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half60-75Austin Green makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-75Lennart Weber makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jakai Robinson assists)
- 2nd Half63-76Victor Okojie makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-76Aaron Davis III makes layup
- 2nd Half65-78Angel Montas Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half65-80Xavier Spencer makes layup
- 2nd Half65-82Darrel Yepdo makes layup (Xavier Spencer assists)
- 2nd Half67-82Aaron Davis III makes layup (Keegan Harvey assists)
- 2nd Half68-82Keegan Harvey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-82Keegan Harvey makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-84Shawn Simmons II makes 1-foot dunk (Angel Montas Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half69-86Angel Montas Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half69-87Xavier Spencer makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-88Xavier Spencer makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours UMass Lowell River Hawks, below favours Bryant Bulldogs.
Venue
- Kennedy Family Athletic ComplexLowell, MA
- Attendance549
- OfficialsEd Corbett Jr., Michael Palau, Greg Moyer
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