Campbell Defeats Hampton 86-72 in Convocation Center Showdown
Thursday, January 8, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · John W. Pope Jr. Convocation Center
Campbell Fighting Camels 86, Hampton Pirates 72, 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 Hampton Pirates vs Campbell Fighting Camels?
Campbell Fighting Camels beat Hampton Pirates 86-72 at John W. Pope Jr. Convocation Center on January 8, 2026.
Who was favored in Hampton Pirates vs Campbell Fighting Camels?
Campbell Fighting Camels were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -278 (about 74% implied). The favorite won.
The Campbell Fighting Camels secured a decisive victory against the Hampton Pirates, winning 86-72 at the John W. Pope Jr. Convocation Center. This matchup was notable not only for the outcome but also for the contrasting recent forms of both teams leading into the game. Campbell entered the contest with a home record of 9-8 and had shown improvement, winning their last two games, including a recent 97-82 victory over the Northeastern Huskies. In their last ten games, they maintained a record of 5-5, averaging 80.4 points scored while allowing 80.0 points. Campbell's performance at home has been particularly strong, boasting a home record of 4-0 in their last four games.
On the other hand, Hampton came into the game with an 8-9 overall record and a mixed recent form, having won six of their last ten games but losing their most recent outing against the UNC Wilmington Seahawks, 45-49. The Pirates averaged 70.4 points scored and allowed 64.8 points during their last ten games, demonstrating a more defensive approach compared to Campbell. Their away record was less impressive, standing at 2-3, which highlighted the challenges they faced on the road.
In their previous meeting on January 10, 2025, Campbell had also emerged victorious against Hampton, winning 66-55, which added an extra layer of intrigue to this matchup. The Fighting Camels were looking to extend their winning streak over the Pirates.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details on player availability, but the overall health of both teams can often impact performance. The market had Campbell favored by 6.5 points according to DraftKings, with a total set at 145.5. This indicated that the expectation was for a competitive game, but the odds reflected confidence in Campbell's ability to secure the win.
The game conditions were typical for a winter evening in North Carolina, with a lively atmosphere expected in the Convocation Center, which often serves as a fortress for the Fighting Camels. Fans were treated to a display of offensive prowess from Campbell, particularly in the second half, where they pulled away decisively.
Key moments in the game included a series of layups and free throws from Campbell's players, particularly Michael Eley, who contributed significantly to the scoring in the latter stages of the game. The final score of 86-72 not only highlighted Campbell's offensive capabilities but also underscored their strong home performance as they continue to build momentum in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | CAM -6.5 | 145.5 o -105 / u -115 | Hampton Pirates +225 · Campbell Fighting Camels -278 |
Leaders
- PointsDJ Smith26Campbell Fighting Camels
- AssistsDJ Smith2Campbell Fighting Camels
- ReboundsMuneer Newton6Campbell Fighting Camels
- PointsMichael Eley43Hampton Pirates
- AssistsJalyke Gaines-Wyatt2Hampton Pirates
- ReboundsXzavier Long9Hampton Pirates
Recent form
Campbell Fighting Camels
Last 10: 5-5Streak W280.4 scored · 80 allowed per game4-0 at home
- 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
- W149-62vs Virginia Lynchburg DragonsDec 7
- L76-87at Penn State Nittany LionsDec 2
- L51-99at Wake Forest Demon DeaconsNov 26
Hampton Pirates
Last 10: 6-4Streak L170.4 scored · 64.8 allowed per game2-3 away
- L45-49at UNC Wilmington SeahawksJan 4
- W63-62vs Towson TigersDec 31
- W62-59vs Stony Brook SeawolvesDec 30
- L72-81vs Grambling TigersDec 19
- W84-77at Jackson State TigersDec 18
- L57-61at Howard BisonDec 13
- W93-71vs Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsDec 4
- W94-58vs Apprentice School BuildersDec 2
- W74-68at Maryland Eastern Shore HawksNov 26
- L60-62at Norfolk State SpartansNov 22
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 | Hampton Pirates | Campbell Fighting Camels |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-52 | 22-55 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 40 |
| Three-pointers | 4-14 | 10-23 |
| Three-point % | 29 | 43 |
| Free throws | 20-26 | 32-38 |
| Free throw % | 77 | 84 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 32 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 20 |
| Assists | 6 | 8 |
| Steals | 6 | 8 |
| Blocks | 7 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 21 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 2 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 2 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 26 |
| Fast-break points | 26 | 15 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 22 |
| Fouls | 25 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 25 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 6 | 93 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half41-56Michael Eley makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jalyke Gaines-Wyatt assists)
- 2nd Half41-58DJ Smith makes layup
- 2nd Half41-59DJ Smith makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half41-61DJ Smith makes layup
- 2nd Half43-61Michael Eley makes layup
- 2nd Half45-61Michael Eley makes 1-foot dunk (Kody Williams assists)
- 2nd Half45-62DJ Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-63DJ Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-63Christian Watson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-64DJ Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-65DJ Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-68Cam Gregory makes 24-foot three point jumper (Tasos Cook assists)
- 2nd Half48-68Michael Eley makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half48-69Dominykas Butka makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-71DJ Smith makes 17-foot jumper
- 2nd Half48-72Jeremiah Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-73Jeremiah Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-73Michael Eley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-73Michael Eley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-73Michael Eley makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half52-75Cam Gregory makes layup
- 2nd Half54-75Xzavier Long makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half55-75Xzavier Long makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half58-75Michael Eley makes 25-foot three point jumper (Christian Watson assists)
- 2nd Half61-75Michael Eley makes 24-foot three point jumper (Elijah Kennedy assists)
- 2nd Half61-76DJ Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-77DJ Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-80Cam Gregory makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half63-80Michael Eley makes layup
- 2nd Half63-81Jeremiah Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-82Jeremiah Johnson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-83Jeremiah Johnson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-83Xzavier Long makes layup
- 2nd Half65-85Dominykas Butka makes layup (Terren Frank assists)
- 2nd Half67-85Michael Eley makes layup
- 2nd Half67-86Tasos Cook makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-86Michael Eley makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half69-86Michael Eley makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half70-86Michael Eley makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half72-86Etienne Strothers makes layup (Michael Eley assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Campbell Fighting Camels, below favours Hampton Pirates.
Venue
- John W. Pope Jr. Convocation CenterBuies Creek, NC
- Attendance1298
- OfficialsLee Cassell, Tony Henderson, Tommy Morrissey
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