Presbyterian Edges Charleston Southern in High-Scoring Affair
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Templeton Center
Presbyterian Blue Hose 87, Charleston Southern Buccaneers 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 Charleston Southern Buccaneers vs Presbyterian Blue Hose?
Presbyterian Blue Hose beat Charleston Southern Buccaneers 87-83 at Templeton Center on January 21, 2026.
Who was favored in Charleston Southern Buccaneers vs Presbyterian Blue Hose?
Charleston Southern Buccaneers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -112 (about 53% implied). The underdog won.
In an exciting matchup, the Presbyterian Blue Hose narrowly defeated the Charleston Southern Buccaneers with a final score of 87-83 at the Templeton Center. This game was particularly notable as both teams entered with identical records of 11-10, making the contest critical for positioning in the league.
The Blue Hose have shown a balanced performance lately, with a record of 5-5 over their last ten games and a current winning streak of two games. Their recent form has seen them average 74.1 points scored per game while allowing 71.9 points. Notably, they have been strong at home, maintaining an undefeated record of 4-0 in their last four home games. Their last five games have yielded a record of 3-2, with an average of 76.0 points scored and 71.8 points allowed.
Conversely, the Buccaneers have struggled recently, losing their last three games. They hold a record of 6-4 over their last ten, but their recent form has dipped, averaging 88.9 points scored and 76.6 points allowed. Their away performance has been less impressive, with a 2-2 record in their last four games on the road. In their last five games, they have recorded a 2-3 record, scoring an average of 83.0 points while allowing 82.6 points.
Historically, the Blue Hose and Buccaneers have faced each other twice in the previous season, splitting the series with each team winning once. Presbyterian won their home game on January 23, 2025, with a score of 71-61, while Charleston Southern took the away game on February 13, 2025, winning 71-70.
In terms of injuries, the block does not mention any significant player absences that might have impacted the game. Both teams appeared to be at full strength, which contributed to the competitive nature of the match.
The betting odds from DraftKings indicated a close contest, with Charleston Southern favored by 1.5 points. The total points line was set at 147.5, reflecting expectations for a high-scoring game. The moneyline odds were -108 for Presbyterian and -112 for Charleston Southern, further emphasizing the tight nature of the matchup.
The game conditions were conducive to scoring, with both teams showcasing their offensive capabilities. The Blue Hose's ability to capitalize on free throws in the closing moments proved decisive. Key moments included Jesse Hafemeister making a free throw to bring Charleston Southern to 78 points, followed by Josh Pickett, who made two crucial free throws, extending Presbyterian's lead to 84-78. A'lahn Sumler's impressive 29-foot three-point jumper kept the Buccaneers in contention, but Presbyterian held on for the win.
Viewers should pay attention to the strong performances from both teams in the paint and beyond the arc, as both teams demonstrated their scoring versatility. The Blue Hose's home advantage and recent form ultimately led them to victory in this tightly contested game.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | CHSO -1.5 | 147.5 o -110 / u -110 | Charleston Southern Buccaneers -112 · Presbyterian Blue Hose -108 |
Leaders
- PointsJonah Pierce21Presbyterian Blue Hose
- AssistsJonah Pierce3Presbyterian Blue Hose
- ReboundsJaylen Peterson10Presbyterian Blue Hose
- PointsA'lahn Sumler26Charleston Southern Buccaneers
- AssistsA'lahn Sumler6Charleston Southern Buccaneers
- ReboundsJesse Hafemeister9Charleston Southern Buccaneers
Recent form
Presbyterian Blue Hose
Last 10: 5-5Streak W274.1 scored · 71.9 allowed per game4-0 at home
- W92-55at Gardner-Webb Runnin' BulldogsJan 17
- W71-70vs UNC Asheville BulldogsJan 15
- L70-77at Longwood LancersJan 10
- L61-80at Radford HighlandersJan 8
- W86-77vs South Carolina Upstate SpartansJan 3
- W91-64vs Truett McConnell BearsDec 28
- L81-87at Manhattan JaspersDec 21
- L53-74at East Carolina PiratesDec 18
- W80-72vs Morehead State EaglesDec 6
- L56-63at Wofford TerriersDec 4
Charleston Southern Buccaneers
Last 10: 6-4Streak L388.9 scored · 76.6 allowed per game2-2 away
- L81-86vs South Carolina Upstate SpartansJan 15
- L82-84vs High Point PanthersJan 10
- L77-81at Winthrop EaglesJan 7
- W86-83vs UNC Asheville BulldogsJan 3
- W89-79at Gardner-Webb Runnin' BulldogsDec 31
- W77-72at Richmond SpidersDec 28
- L76-84at Furman PaladinsDec 21
- W113-90vs North Florida OspreysDec 18
- W84-44vs South Carolina State BulldogsDec 9
- W124-63vs Warren Wilson OwlsDec 5
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Point | 31-5 | - | 15-1 |
| Winthrop | 23-11 | 2 | 13-3 |
| Radford | 16-16 | 6 | 9-7 |
| Longwood | 16-16 | 7 | 8-8 |
| UNC Asheville | 15-17 | 7 | 8-8 |
| Presbyterian | 15-18 | 8 | 7-9 |
| Charleston Southern | 15-17 | 9 | 6-10 |
| South Carolina Upstate | 13-19 | 10 | 5-11 |
| Gardner-Webb | 4-29 | 14 | 1-15 |
Box score
| Stat | Charleston Southern Buccaneers | Presbyterian Blue Hose |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 33-69 | 29-53 |
| Field goal % | 48 | 55 |
| Three-pointers | 14-34 | 7-14 |
| Three-point % | 41 | 50 |
| Free throws | 3-8 | 22-36 |
| Free throw % | 38 | 61 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 34 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 28 |
| Assists | 17 | 10 |
| Steals | 4 | 6 |
| Blocks | 3 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 7 | 11 |
| Fast-break points | 3 | 18 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 38 |
| Fouls | 25 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 15 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 5 | 89 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half42-54Carl Parrish makes 23-foot three point jumper (Josh Pickett assists)
- 2nd Half44-54A'lahn Sumler makes driving layup
- 2nd Half45-54A'lahn Sumler makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half48-54A'lahn Sumler makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot (Jesse Hafemeister assists)
- 2nd Half48-57Carl Parrish makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half48-59Jonah Pierce makes layup
- 2nd Half48-62Josh Pickett makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jonah Pierce assists)
- 2nd Half50-62A'lahn Sumler makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-64Jaylen Peterson makes layup
- 2nd Half53-64Jesse Hafemeister makes 25-foot three point jumper (Brycen Blaine assists)
- 2nd Half53-65Carl Parrish makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-66Carl Parrish makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-68Jonah Pierce makes layup
- 2nd Half55-68Reis Jones makes 7-foot hook shot (A'lahn Sumler assists)
- 2nd Half58-68A'lahn Sumler makes 25-foot three point jumper (Brycen Blaine assists)
- 2nd Half58-71Josh Pickett makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jonah Pierce assists)
- 2nd Half58-73Carl Parrish makes 10-foot jumper (Khalon Hudson assists)
- 2nd Half60-73Brycen Blaine makes layup
- 2nd Half63-73A'lahn Sumler makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jacob Taylor assists)
- 2nd Half63-76Josh Pickett makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jonah Pierce assists)
- 2nd Half63-77Khalon Hudson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-77Brycen Blaine makes 26-foot three point jumper (A'lahn Sumler assists)
- 2nd Half68-77Lase Olalere makes layup (Jacob Taylor assists)
- 2nd Half68-78Josh Pickett makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-78Jesse Hafemeister makes 24-foot three point jumper (A'lahn Sumler assists)
- 2nd Half71-79Josh Pickett makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-79Brycen Blaine makes driving layup
- 2nd Half73-80Carl Parrish makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-81Carl Parrish makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-81Jesse Hafemeister makes 25-foot three point jumper (A'lahn Sumler assists)
- 2nd Half76-82Josh Pickett makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-82Jesse Hafemeister makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half78-82Jesse Hafemeister makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half78-83Josh Pickett makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half78-84Josh Pickett makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-85Carl Parrish makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half81-85A'lahn Sumler makes 29-foot three point jumper (Nate Brafford assists)
- 2nd Half81-86Jonah Pierce makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half83-86A'lahn Sumler makes layup
- 2nd Half83-87Josh Pickett makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Presbyterian Blue Hose, below favours Charleston Southern Buccaneers.
Venue
- Templeton CenterClinton, SC
- Attendance918
- OfficialsJemel Spearman, Ben Stirt, Connor Penn
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