Quinnipiac Defeats Canisius 75-60 in NCAAB Clash
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · M&T Bank Arena
Quinnipiac Bobcats 75, Canisius Golden Griffins 60, 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 Canisius Golden Griffins vs Quinnipiac Bobcats?
Quinnipiac Bobcats beat Canisius Golden Griffins 75-60 at M&T Bank Arena on February 5, 2026.
Who was favored in Canisius Golden Griffins vs Quinnipiac Bobcats?
Quinnipiac Bobcats were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1650 (about 94% implied). The favorite won.
The Quinnipiac Bobcats secured a decisive victory over the Canisius Golden Griffins with a final score of 75-60 at M&T Bank Arena. This win marked an important moment for Quinnipiac, improving their home record to 17-9 while Canisius dropped to 8-18 overall.
Quinnipiac's recent form has been a mix of highs and lows, with a record of 5-5 over their last ten games. They are currently on a one-game winning streak after defeating the Fairfield Stags 72-65 on February 1. The Bobcats have averaged 77.2 points per game while allowing 75.4 points during this stretch, indicating a tendency for high-scoring affairs. At home, their record stands at 2-2 in their last four games, with an average of 80.4 points scored and 77.6 points allowed in their last five outings.
In contrast, Canisius has struggled significantly, suffering eight consecutive losses, which has contributed to their overall record of 2-8 in their last ten games. They have averaged 64.8 points while allowing 71.4 points during this period. Their away performance has also been disappointing, with a 1-4 record in their last five games and an average of just 65.2 points scored, while allowing 72.2 points.
The previous meeting between these two teams took place on February 7, 2025, where Quinnipiac also emerged victorious, winning 89-71. This history of success against Canisius likely provided a psychological advantage for the Bobcats heading into this matchup.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any significant absences that impacted the game, suggesting both teams were at full strength. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Quinnipiac favored by 15.5 points, with a total set at 141.5. The moneyline placed Quinnipiac at -1650 and Canisius at +950, reflecting the expectations of a Quinnipiac victory.
The game was played under standard conditions, with no adverse weather or venue issues reported. As the match unfolded, viewers witnessed several key scoring plays, including a notable layup by Braylan Ritvo and a three-point jumper by Brendan Oliver, both contributing to Quinnipiac's solid lead in the second half.
Overall, Quinnipiac's performance showcased their offensive capabilities and defensive resilience, while Canisius continues to seek answers as they navigate a challenging season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | QUIN -15.5 | 141.5 o -108 / u -112 | Canisius Golden Griffins +950 · Quinnipiac Bobcats -1650 |
Leaders
- PointsJaden Zimmerman15Quinnipiac Bobcats
- AssistsJaden Zimmerman3Quinnipiac Bobcats
- ReboundsGrant Randall9Quinnipiac Bobcats
- PointsBryan Ndjonga19Canisius Golden Griffins
- AssistsMike Evbagharu6Canisius Golden Griffins
- ReboundsMyles Wilmoth6Canisius Golden Griffins
Recent form
Quinnipiac Bobcats
Last 10: 5-5Streak W177.2 scored · 75.4 allowed per game2-2 at home
- W72-65at Fairfield StagsFeb 1
- L91-98vs Sacred Heart PioneersJan 31
- L64-71at Marist Red FoxesJan 24
- W77-62at Mount St. Mary's MountaineersJan 23
- W98-92vs Manhattan JaspersJan 19
- L71-83at Merrimack WarriorsJan 17
- L70-74vs Saint Peter's PeacocksJan 15
- W70-60at Sacred Heart PioneersJan 11
- W80-69vs Mount St. Mary's MountaineersJan 4
- L79-80at Manhattan JaspersJan 3
Canisius Golden Griffins
Last 10: 2-8Streak L864.8 scored · 71.4 allowed per game1-4 away
- L56-65at Niagara Purple EaglesFeb 3
- L63-78vs Siena SaintsFeb 1
- L86-88vs Marist Red FoxesJan 31
- L55-61at Fairfield StagsJan 25
- L66-69at Sacred Heart PioneersJan 23
- L68-78vs Mount St. Mary's MountaineersJan 17
- L54-59vs Niagara Purple EaglesJan 15
- L48-74at Iona GaelsJan 11
- W70-64at Manhattan JaspersJan 10
- W82-78vs Sacred Heart PioneersJan 4
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merrimack | 23-11 | - | 17-3 |
| Saint Peter's | 17-12 | 3 | 14-6 |
| Siena | 23-12 | 4 | 13-7 |
| Marist | 19-12 | 5 | 12-8 |
| Quinnipiac | 19-13 | 5 | 12-8 |
| Fairfield | 21-13 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Mount St. Mary's | 15-17 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Iona | 18-14 | 7 | 10-10 |
| Sacred Heart | 14-19 | 8 | 9-11 |
| Manhattan | 12-20 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Canisius | 10-21 | 12 | 5-15 |
| Niagara | 8-22 | 12 | 5-15 |
| Rider | 4-25 | 14 | 3-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Canisius Golden Griffins | Quinnipiac Bobcats |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 18-56 | 22-54 |
| Field goal % | 32 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 9-20 | 10-27 |
| Three-point % | 45 | 37 |
| Free throws | 15-23 | 21-29 |
| Free throw % | 65 | 72 |
| Rebounds | 30 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 26 |
| Assists | 11 | 11 |
| Steals | 7 | 8 |
| Blocks | 5 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 16 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 2 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 16 | 20 |
| Fouls | 21 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 27 |
| Lead changes | 3 | 3 |
| Time in front | 1 | 97 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half31-41Evan van der Plas makes 23-foot three point jumper (Javante Edwards assists)
- 2nd Half32-41Chris Kumu makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half32-43Asim Jones makes 8-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half34-43Bryan Ndjonga makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half34-46Asim Jones makes 25-foot three point jumper (Grant Randall assists)
- 2nd Half34-47Amarri Monroe makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half34-48Keith McKnight makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half34-49Keith McKnight makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half35-49Javante Edwards makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half35-51Jaden Zimmerman makes 4-foot jumper
- 2nd Half35-53Amarri Monroe makes layup
- 2nd Half35-55Keith McKnight makes layup (Jaden Zimmerman assists)
- 2nd Half35-56Jaden Zimmerman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half35-57Jaden Zimmerman makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half35-58Keith McKnight makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half35-59Keith McKnight makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half36-59Bryan Ndjonga makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half37-59Bryan Ndjonga makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-61Tai Turnage makes driving layup
- 2nd Half40-61Bryan Ndjonga makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half40-64Grant Randall makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jaden Zimmerman assists)
- 2nd Half40-65Tai Turnage makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-65Bryan Ndjonga makes 25-foot three point jumper (Myles Wilmoth assists)
- 2nd Half43-67Tai Turnage makes 17-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half44-67Javante Edwards makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-68Grant Randall makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-69Grant Randall makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-70Jaden Zimmerman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-71Jaden Zimmerman makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-71Chris Kumu makes driving layup
- 2nd Half47-71Bryan Ndjonga makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-71Bryan Ndjonga makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-73Braylan Ritvo makes layup (Nate Guerengomba assists)
- 2nd Half51-73Brendan Oliver makes 23-foot three point jumper (Mike Evbagharu assists)
- 2nd Half51-74Nate Guerengomba makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-74Evan van der Plas makes 25-foot three point jumper (Nicco DiGiulio assists)
- 2nd Half54-75Nate Guerengomba makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-75Evan van der Plas makes driving layup
- 2nd Half60-75Trevor Augustine makes 22-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half57-75Evan van der Plas makes free throw 1 of 1
Win probability
Above the line favours Quinnipiac Bobcats, below favours Canisius Golden Griffins.
Venue
- M&T Bank ArenaHamden, CT
- Attendance669
- OfficialsClarence Armstrong, Brian Zink, Michael Kitts
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