Charleston Defeats Campbell in Close Contest
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · TD Arena
Charleston Cougars 87, Campbell Fighting Camels 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 Campbell Fighting Camels vs Charleston Cougars?
Charleston Cougars beat Campbell Fighting Camels 87-83 at TD Arena on January 22, 2026.
Who was favored in Campbell Fighting Camels vs Charleston Cougars?
Charleston Cougars were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -155 (about 61% implied). The favorite won.
In a thrilling matchup, the Charleston Cougars edged out the Campbell Fighting Camels with a final score of 87-83 at TD Arena. This victory marks Charleston's continued success against Campbell, improving their head-to-head record to 3-0, with previous wins this season including a decisive 87-65 victory on March 1, 2025, and a close 67-61 win on January 17, 2025.
Charleston entered the game with a home record of 12-8, having recently struggled with a two-game losing streak, which included losses to Stony Brook and Towson. In their last ten games, they maintained a record of 7-3, averaging 79.3 points scored and allowing 76.6 points. Despite the recent setbacks, Charleston's home performance has been strong, with a perfect 5-0 record at TD Arena in their last five home games. Their scoring average in these recent home outings was 81.0, while they allowed 80.6 points.
On the other hand, Campbell came into this game with a record of 9-11, having also faced challenges recently, with a two-game losing streak of their own. They managed a 5-5 record over their last ten games, scoring an average of 77.1 points and allowing 78.5. Their away record was particularly concerning, standing at 1-5, which highlights their struggles outside of their home venue. In their last five games, Campbell averaged 81.6 points scored and allowed 76.0 points.
The game was closely contested throughout, with both teams exchanging leads. Key moments included DJ Smith's impressive 24-foot three-point jumper and a late surge from Jlynn Counter, who contributed crucial free throws that sealed the victory for Charleston. The Cougars demonstrated resilience, particularly in the second half, where they managed to maintain a narrow lead despite Campbell's efforts to close the gap.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but both teams were likely to have been impacted by the usual wear and tear of the season. The game was played under standard conditions at TD Arena, which typically provides a competitive atmosphere for home games.
Betting lines from DraftKings indicated Charleston as 3.5-point favorites, with a total set at 160.5. The home money line was priced at -155.0, while Campbell's money line was at 130.0, reflecting the market's expectations for a closely matched game.
As the game unfolded, viewers were treated to a showcase of skill and determination from both sides, with Charleston ultimately prevailing in a contest that highlighted their offensive capabilities and ability to perform under pressure. The Cougars' victory further solidifies their position in the league and sets the stage for their upcoming matchups.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | COFC -3.5 | 160.5 o -108 / u -112 | Campbell Fighting Camels +130 · Charleston Cougars -155 |
Leaders
- PointsJlynn Counter23Charleston Cougars
- AssistsJlynn Counter9Charleston Cougars
- ReboundsChristian Reeves9Charleston Cougars
- PointsDJ Smith31Campbell Fighting Camels
- AssistsDJ Smith6Campbell Fighting Camels
- ReboundsDJ Smith8Campbell Fighting Camels
Recent form
Charleston Cougars
Last 10: 7-3Streak L279.3 scored · 76.6 allowed per game5-0 at home
- L106-112at Stony Brook SeawolvesJan 17
- L52-61at Towson TigersJan 16
- W74-70vs Hampton PiratesJan 10
- W88-79vs William & Mary TribeJan 6
- W85-81at Elon PhoenixDec 31
- W72-63vs Drexel DragonsDec 30
- W85-74at Northern Kentucky NorseDec 21
- W82-78vs The Citadel BulldogsDec 18
- W74-67vs Charlotte 49ersDec 14
- L75-81at South Florida BullsDec 11
Campbell Fighting Camels
Last 10: 5-5Streak L277.1 scored · 78.5 allowed per game1-5 away
- L75-78at UNC Wilmington SeahawksJan 18
- L82-83at Elon PhoenixJan 11
- W86-72vs Hampton PiratesJan 9
- W97-82vs Northeastern HuskiesJan 3
- W68-65at Monmouth HawksDec 31
- L72-86at Hofstra PrideDec 30
- W102-79vs Green Bay PhoenixDec 23
- L50-78at Minnesota Golden GophersDec 21
- L70-98at Gonzaga BulldogsDec 18
- W69-64vs Ball State CardinalsDec 14
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNC Wilmington | 27-7 | - | 15-3 |
| Charleston | 21-11 | 1 | 14-4 |
| Hofstra | 24-11 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Monmouth | 19-15 | 4 | 11-7 |
| William & Mary | 20-12 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Drexel | 17-16 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Towson | 19-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Stony Brook | 17-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Campbell | 16-18 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Hampton | 13-19 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Elon | 14-18 | 9 | 6-12 |
| North Carolina A&T | 11-19 | 11 | 4-14 |
| Northeastern | 7-24 | 13 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Campbell Fighting Camels | Charleston Cougars |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 31-66 | 30-54 |
| Field goal % | 47 | 56 |
| Three-pointers | 13-31 | 4-10 |
| Three-point % | 42 | 40 |
| Free throws | 8-12 | 23-29 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 79 |
| Rebounds | 29 | 32 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 17 | 23 |
| Assists | 15 | 12 |
| Steals | 9 | 8 |
| Blocks | 1 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 14 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 20 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 50 |
| Fouls | 21 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 7 | 14 |
| Lead changes | 7 | 7 |
| Time in front | 35 | 54 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half46-53Martin Kalu makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-55Connor Hickman makes layup (Jlynn Counter assists)
- 2nd Half46-56Connor Hickman makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half46-58Christian Reeves makes 3-foot alley oop dunk (Jlynn Counter assists)
- 2nd Half48-58Muneer Newton makes 3-foot dunk (Cam Gregory assists)
- 2nd Half48-59Jlynn Counter makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-60Jlynn Counter makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-62Colby Duggan makes 6-foot jumper
- 2nd Half50-62Muneer Newton makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half51-62Muneer Newton makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half53-62Jeremiah Johnson makes 5-foot jumper
- 2nd Half53-64Chol Machot makes 6-foot jumper (Chadlyn Traylor assists)
- 2nd Half55-64Tasos Cook makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half57-64Muneer Newton makes 7-foot dunk (Tasos Cook assists)
- 2nd Half57-66Jlynn Counter makes layup
- 2nd Half60-66DJ Smith makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jeremiah Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half60-68Christian Reeves makes layup
- 2nd Half60-70Jlynn Counter makes layup
- 2nd Half60-73Jlynn Counter makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half62-73DJ Smith makes layup
- 2nd Half63-73DJ Smith makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half63-75Jaxon Prunty makes 9-foot jumper
- 2nd Half66-75Cam Gregory makes 25-foot three point jumper (DJ Smith assists)
- 2nd Half66-77Jaxon Prunty makes 4-foot dunk (Connor Hickman assists)
- 2nd Half67-77Jeremiah Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-77Jeremiah Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-79Christian Reeves makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half71-79Tasos Cook makes 24-foot three point jumper (DJ Smith assists)
- 2nd Half73-79Cam Gregory makes layup (DJ Smith assists)
- 2nd Half73-81Martin Kalu makes 2-foot dunk (Jlynn Counter assists)
- 2nd Half75-81Muneer Newton makes layup
- 2nd Half75-83Jlynn Counter makes layup
- 2nd Half76-83DJ Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-83DJ Smith makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half79-84Connor Hickman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half82-84DJ Smith makes 28-foot three point jumper (Jeremiah Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half82-85Jlynn Counter makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half83-85Jeremiah Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half83-86Jlynn Counter makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half83-87Jlynn Counter makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Charleston Cougars, below favours Campbell Fighting Camels.
Venue
- TD ArenaCharleston, SC
- Attendance5079
- OfficialsTony Chiazza, Matt Potter, Kellen Miliner
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