Furman Paladins Edge Samford Bulldogs in Close Contest
Wednesday, January 14, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Pete Hanna Center
Furman Paladins 77, Samford Bulldogs 73, 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 Furman Paladins vs Samford Bulldogs?
Furman Paladins beat Samford Bulldogs 77-73 at Pete Hanna Center on January 14, 2026.
Who was favored in Furman Paladins vs Samford Bulldogs?
Furman Paladins were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -125 (about 56% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Furman Paladins defeated the Samford Bulldogs 77-73 at the Pete Hanna Center on January 15, 2026. This game was notable as it highlighted the ongoing rivalry between the two teams, with Furman extending its winning streak against Samford to four games, having won all three previous encounters in the 2025 season.
Furman entered the game with a strong away record of 13-5, and they have been in excellent form lately, boasting an 8-2 record over their last ten games, with an average of 80.3 points scored and 69.7 points allowed. They were riding a two-game winning streak coming into this contest, having recently defeated the VMI Keydets 69-48 and the Chattanooga Mocs 78-67. Their performance on the road has been solid, with a 3-1 record in away games during their last ten outings.
On the other hand, Samford's record stood at 9-9, and they had a mixed performance lately, going 6-4 over their last ten games. The Bulldogs averaged 78.5 points scored and allowed 73.7 points during that stretch. However, they were coming off a loss to the Chattanooga Mocs, which snapped a brief two-game winning streak. Samford has had a stronger home advantage, holding a perfect 4-0 record at home in their last ten games.
The game was closely contested throughout, with neither team able to establish a significant lead. Furman’s success can be attributed to their ability to capitalize on free throw opportunities late in the game, with Dylan Faulkner and Cole Bowser making crucial free throws that helped secure the victory. The final scoring plays saw Faulkner and Bowser extend the Paladins' lead in the closing moments, demonstrating their composure under pressure.
As for the betting context, DraftKings had priced Furman as a slight favorite with a spread of 1.5 points, indicating a competitive matchup. The total points for the game were set at 149.5, reflecting expectations of a high-scoring affair, which ultimately played out as both teams exchanged baskets in a thrilling second half.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but both teams were expected to field their regular lineups, which contributed to the competitive nature of the game. The conditions in the arena were typical for a college basketball game, with a spirited crowd adding to the atmosphere.
Viewers of the game were treated to a showcase of skill and strategy, with both teams demonstrating their offensive capabilities. The Bulldogs and Paladins both had moments of brilliance, making this fixture a compelling watch for college basketball fans.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | FUR -1.5 | 149.5 o -110 / u -110 | Furman Paladins -125 · Samford Bulldogs +105 |
Leaders
- PointsDylan Faulkner19Samford Bulldogs
- AssistsJadin Booth5Samford Bulldogs
- ReboundsDylan Faulkner11Samford Bulldogs
- PointsAlex Wilkins28Furman Paladins
- AssistsAlex Wilkins5Furman Paladins
- ReboundsCharles Johnston14Furman Paladins
Recent form
Samford Bulldogs
Last 10: 6-4Streak L178.5 scored · 73.7 allowed per game4-0 at home
- L79-88at Chattanooga MocsJan 10
- W82-77vs Western Carolina CatamountsJan 8
- L82-89at UNC Greensboro SpartansJan 3
- W78-58at VMI KeydetsJan 1
- W85-49vs Reinhardt EaglesDec 19
- W106-51vs Bryan LionsDec 15
- W93-90vs Cornell Big RedDec 8
- L57-83at VCU RamsDec 6
- L45-89at Utah Valley WolverinesNov 26
- W78-63at Georgia State PanthersNov 25
Furman Paladins
Last 10: 8-2Streak W280.3 scored · 69.7 allowed per game3-1 away
- W69-48vs VMI KeydetsJan 10
- W78-67at Chattanooga MocsJan 7
- L77-80vs Western Carolina CatamountsJan 3
- W74-72vs Mercer BearsDec 31
- W84-76vs Charleston Southern BuccaneersDec 21
- W75-68at Manhattan JaspersDec 19
- W105-57vs Bob Jones BruinsDec 9
- W79-69vs Harvard CrimsonDec 6
- W97-88at Elon PhoenixDec 4
- L65-72at Illinois State RedbirdsNov 28
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Tennessee State | 23-11 | - | 13-5 |
| Mercer | 19-13 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Wofford | 19-13 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Samford | 18-14 | 2 | 11-7 |
| Furman | 22-13 | 3 | 10-8 |
| Western Carolina | 15-16 | 3 | 10-8 |
| UNC Greensboro | 15-19 | 4 | 9-9 |
| Chattanooga | 13-19 | 6 | 7-11 |
| The Citadel | 11-22 | 6 | 7-11 |
| VMI | 6-26 | 12 | 1-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Furman Paladins | Samford Bulldogs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 29-67 | 25-57 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 8-31 | 5-20 |
| Three-point % | 26 | 25 |
| Free throws | 11-16 | 18-23 |
| Free throw % | 69 | 78 |
| Rebounds | 43 | 32 |
| Offensive rebounds | 15 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 28 | 26 |
| Assists | 12 | 13 |
| Steals | 5 | 5 |
| Blocks | 3 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 16 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 38 |
| Fouls | 19 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 7 |
| Lead changes | 11 | 11 |
| Time in front | 56 | 32 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half46-40Alex Wilkins makes driving layup
- 2nd Half46-42Will Shaver makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half47-42Eddrin Bronson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-42Eddrin Bronson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-42Owen Ritger makes 15-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half50-44Dylan Faulkner makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half51-44Alex Wilkins makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-45Jadin Booth makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-46Jadin Booth makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-46Ben Vander Wal makes layup (Abijah Franklin assists)
- 2nd Half53-48Keaton Norris makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half55-48Abijah Franklin makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half57-48Eddrin Bronson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-50Dylan Faulkner makes 1-foot dunk (Jadin Booth assists)
- 2nd Half59-50Charles Johnston makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half59-52Isaiah Campbell-Finch makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-52Alex Wilkins makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-55Will Shaver makes 25-foot three point jumper (Isaiah Campbell-Finch assists)
- 2nd Half63-55Alex Wilkins makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half63-57Will Shaver makes layup
- 2nd Half65-57Ben Vander Wal makes layup (Alex Wilkins assists)
- 2nd Half65-58Will Shaver makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-59Will Shaver makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-62Jadin Booth makes 24-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half67-62Charles Johnston makes 2-foot dunk (Cole Bowser assists)
- 2nd Half67-64Cade Norris makes layup
- 2nd Half67-66Keaton Norris makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half70-66Charles Johnston makes 24-foot three point jumper (Eddrin Bronson assists)
- 2nd Half72-66Alex Wilkins makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half72-67Isaiah Campbell-Finch makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-68Isaiah Campbell-Finch makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-68Alex Wilkins makes 10-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half74-69Dylan Faulkner makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-70Dylan Faulkner makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-71Dylan Faulkner makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-71Cole Bowser makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-71Cole Bowser makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-72Keaton Norris makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-73Keaton Norris makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-73Alex Wilkins makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Samford Bulldogs, below favours Furman Paladins.
Venue
- Pete Hanna CenterHomewood, AL
- Attendance1833
- OfficialsArt Vaulk, Chuck McCoy, Justin McKie
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