App State Defeats Eastern Michigan 65-60 in Close Contest
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 1:00 PM ET · Holmes Convocation Center
App State Mountaineers 65, Eastern Michigan Eagles 60, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Eastern Michigan Eagles vs App State Mountaineers?
App State Mountaineers beat Eastern Michigan Eagles 65-60 at Holmes Convocation Center on February 7, 2026.
Who was favored in Eastern Michigan Eagles vs App State Mountaineers?
App State Mountaineers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -340 (about 77% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the App State Mountaineers edged out the Eastern Michigan Eagles with a final score of 65-60. This game took place at the Holmes Convocation Center on February 7, 2026, and showcased the Mountaineers' recent strong form against a struggling Eagles team.
App State entered the game with a home record of 17-9 and had been on a five-game winning streak, boasting a record of 7-3 over their last ten games. They averaged 68.0 points scored while allowing just 61.0 points during that stretch. Their recent victories included a win against the South Alabama Jaguars, where they won 65-57, and a dominant performance against the Troy Trojans, winning 66-44. The Mountaineers had a solid home record of 4-1 in their last five games, averaging 66.4 points scored and only 53.0 points allowed.
On the other hand, the Eastern Michigan Eagles came into the game with a record of 9-15, struggling significantly with a recent form of 3-7 over their last ten outings. They faced a tough stretch, losing their last five games, including a narrow defeat to the Akron Zips, losing 64-66. The Eagles averaged 71.0 points scored but allowed 72.9 points during their recent games, indicating defensive vulnerabilities. Their away record was particularly concerning, sitting at 1-4 in their last five games.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had App State favored by 7.5 points, with a total set at 131.5. The Mountaineers were priced at -340 for the money line, while the Eagles were at 270.
In terms of scoring, the game saw several key plays in the second half that kept the score tight. Alonzo Dodd made crucial free throws for Eastern Michigan, but App State responded with consistent scoring, including a critical layup by Addison Patterson that helped maintain their lead. The Eagles managed to close the gap but ultimately fell short as App State secured the victory.
The conditions in the Holmes Convocation Center were conducive to a competitive game, with both teams showcasing their strengths and weaknesses. The Mountaineers' ability to capitalize on defensive lapses by the Eagles proved decisive in the final moments.
Overall, the match highlighted the contrasting trajectories of both teams, with App State continuing their push for a strong finish to the season while Eastern Michigan seeks to find answers to their recent struggles.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | APP -7.5 | 131.5 o -108 / u -112 | Eastern Michigan Eagles +270 · App State Mountaineers -340 |
Leaders
- PointsAlonzo Dodd23App State Mountaineers
- AssistsAlonzo Dodd5App State Mountaineers
- ReboundsLuke Wilson10App State Mountaineers
- PointsMohammad Habhab14Eastern Michigan Eagles
- AssistsMohammad Habhab6Eastern Michigan Eagles
- ReboundsMohammad Habhab12Eastern Michigan Eagles
Recent form
App State Mountaineers
Last 10: 7-3Streak W568 scored · 61 allowed per game4-1 at home
- W65-57vs South Alabama JaguarsFeb 4
- W66-44at Troy TrojansJan 31
- W70-63at Southern Miss Golden EaglesJan 30
- W59-43vs UL Monroe WarhawksJan 23
- W72-58vs Louisiana Ragin' CajunsJan 22
- L73-75vs Old Dominion MonarchsJan 17
- W80-65vs James Madison DukesJan 15
- L62-67at Coastal Carolina ChanticleersJan 10
- W52-50at Georgia State PanthersJan 9
- L81-88at Marshall Thundering HerdJan 3
Eastern Michigan Eagles
Last 10: 3-7Streak L571 scored · 72.9 allowed per game1-4 away
- L64-66vs Akron ZipsFeb 3
- L67-70at Massachusetts MinutemenJan 31
- L65-100at Central Michigan ChippewasJan 28
- L75-76vs Kent State Golden FlashesJan 24
- L79-85at Bowling Green FalconsJan 17
- W77-59vs Northern Illinois HuskiesJan 13
- L62-79at Western Michigan BroncosJan 10
- W74-52at Ball State CardinalsJan 7
- L67-68vs Ohio BobcatsJan 3
- W80-74vs Massachusetts MinutemenDec 31
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami (OH) | 32-2 | - | 18-0 |
| Akron | 29-6 | 1 | 17-1 |
| Kent State | 24-10 | 4 | 14-4 |
| Toledo | 19-15 | 7 | 11-7 |
| Bowling Green | 18-14 | 9 | 9-9 |
| Ohio | 15-17 | 9 | 9-9 |
| Buffalo | 17-15 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Massachusetts | 17-16 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Ball State | 12-19 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Central Michigan | 10-21 | 12 | 6-12 |
| Western Michigan | 10-21 | 14 | 4-14 |
| Eastern Michigan | 10-21 | 14 | 4-14 |
| Northern Illinois | 9-21 | 10 | 4-14 |
| Troy | 22-12 | - | 12-6 |
| South Alabama | 21-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Arkansas State | 20-12 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Texas State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Marshall | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| Coastal Carolina | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| App State | 19-13 | 1 | 11-7 |
| James Madison | 18-15 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Southern Miss | 19-16 | 3 | 9-9 |
| Georgia Southern | 21-16 | 4 | 8-10 |
| Old Dominion | 12-21 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Louisiana | 11-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| Georgia State | 10-22 | 5 | 7-11 |
| UL Monroe | 4-28 | 11 | 1-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Eastern Michigan Eagles | App State Mountaineers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-63 | 23-59 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 39 |
| Three-pointers | 6-22 | 4-21 |
| Three-point % | 27 | 19 |
| Free throws | 4-6 | 15-28 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 54 |
| Rebounds | 37 | 43 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 28 | 30 |
| Assists | 11 | 13 |
| Steals | 4 | 4 |
| Blocks | 3 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 6 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 2 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 0 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 38 |
| Fouls | 22 | 10 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 9 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 7 | 78 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half26-28Kasen Jennings makes 14-foot floating jump shot (Luke Wilson assists)
- 1st Half28-28Gregory Lawson II makes 18-foot jumper (Mohammad Habhab assists)
- 1st Half28-30Alonzo Dodd makes driving layup
- 1st Half28-32Alonzo Dodd makes 5-foot floating jump shot
- 1st Half29-32Gregory Lawson II makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half30-32Gregory Lawson II makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half30-33Luke Wilson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half30-36Eren Banks makes 26-foot three point jumper (Kasen Jennings assists)
- 1st Half33-36Addison Patterson makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half35-36Jon Sanders II makes 11-foot floating jump shot (Mohammad Habhab assists)
- 2nd Half35-38Jalen Tot makes 8-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half35-39Kasen Jennings makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half35-41Chad Moodie makes 3-foot dunk (Alonzo Dodd assists)
- 2nd Half38-41Mak Manciel makes 25-foot three point jumper (Mohammad Habhab assists)
- 2nd Half39-41Addison Patterson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-42Alonzo Dodd makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-42Gregory Lawson II makes layup (Mohammad Habhab assists)
- 2nd Half41-43Alonzo Dodd makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-44Alonzo Dodd makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-44Mohammad Habhab makes layup
- 2nd Half43-46Kasen Jennings makes layup (Alonzo Dodd assists)
- 2nd Half43-49Alonzo Dodd makes 24-foot three point jumper (Eren Banks assists)
- 2nd Half45-49Addison Patterson makes 19-foot jumper (Mohammad Habhab assists)
- 2nd Half47-49Mohammad Habhab makes 5-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half47-51Alonzo Dodd makes layup
- 2nd Half47-54Eren Banks makes 23-foot three point jumper (Alonzo Dodd assists)
- 2nd Half49-54Jon Sanders II makes 15-foot jumper
- 2nd Half49-56Eren Banks makes layup
- 2nd Half51-56Mohammad Habhab makes layup
- 2nd Half51-58Kasen Jennings makes 10-foot jumper
- 2nd Half54-58Braelon Green makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half54-60Alonzo Dodd makes layup
- 2nd Half54-61Alonzo Dodd makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half54-62Eren Banks makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-63Alonzo Dodd makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-63Addison Patterson makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half56-64Eren Banks makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-64Mohammad Habhab makes 3-foot dunk
- 2nd Half58-65Alonzo Dodd makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-65Addison Patterson makes layup (Gregory Lawson II assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours App State Mountaineers, below favours Eastern Michigan Eagles.
Venue
- Holmes Convocation CenterBoone, NC
- Attendance1870
- OfficialsRyan Christian, Bryan Washer, Nick Nadeau
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