NCAAB · Final

Drexel Dragons Edge Hampton Pirates in Close Contest

Thursday, January 29, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Daskalakis Athletic Center

Drexel Dragons 58, Hampton Pirates 51, 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 Drexel Dragons?

Drexel Dragons beat Hampton Pirates 58-51 at Daskalakis Athletic Center on January 29, 2026.

Who was favored in Hampton Pirates vs Drexel Dragons?

Drexel Dragons were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -148 (about 60% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Drexel Dragons defeated the Hampton Pirates 58-51 at the Daskalakis Athletic Center on January 30, 2026. This victory marks a significant moment for Drexel, who improved their overall record to 12-11, while Hampton fell to 10-13. The game was characterized by a strong defensive effort from both teams, with Drexel managing to hold Hampton to just 51 points, reflecting their recent trend of solid defensive play.

Drexel entered the game with a home record of 11-5, showcasing their strength on their own court. They had been performing well recently, with a record of 6-4 over their last ten games and a current winning streak of one. The Dragons averaged 66.6 points scored per game while allowing only 61.3 points, indicating a strong defensive presence. Their last five games featured an impressive average of 66.8 points scored, with a notable average of just 56.6 points allowed, further emphasizing their defensive capabilities.

On the other hand, the Hampton Pirates had a mixed performance leading up to this game, holding a record of 5-5 in their last ten outings. They had struggled on the road, with an away record of 1-4 in their last five games. Hampton averaged 68.2 points scored and 68.7 points allowed during this stretch, which reflects their inconsistency on both ends of the court. Their last game resulted in a loss against UNC Wilmington, where they scored 67 points but allowed 75, showcasing their defensive vulnerabilities.

The two teams had met previously in the 2025 season, splitting their two encounters. Drexel won the most recent meeting on February 28, 2025, with a narrow score of 53-52 at home, while Hampton had secured a victory earlier that season with a score of 63-58. This history of close games added an extra layer of tension to the matchup.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant player absences for either team, which allowed both squads to field their full rosters. This was crucial, as both teams relied on their key players to perform at their best in such a competitive environment.

The betting market had set the odds with Drexel favored by 2.5 points, according to DraftKings, with a total points line of 127.5. The odds reflected the close nature of the contest, indicating that both teams were viewed as relatively evenly matched, especially considering their recent form and head-to-head history.

As the game progressed, it became evident that free throws would play a critical role in the outcome. In the second half, Drexel capitalized on their opportunities at the charity stripe, with several players contributing crucial points from free throws. Victor Panov, Shane Blakeney, Kevon Vanderhorst, and Eli Beard all made significant contributions from the line, helping Drexel maintain their lead as the game drew to a close. Despite Hampton's efforts, including free throws from Jalyke Gaines-Wyatt, they were unable to close the gap sufficiently to threaten Drexel's lead.

Overall, this matchup highlighted the importance of defensive play and free throw shooting in close games. Drexel's ability to execute under pressure and maintain composure in key moments ultimately led them to victory, while Hampton will need to address their defensive shortcomings as they move forward in the season. The Dragons' win solidifies their position in the league and boosts their confidence as they look to build on this success.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	DREX -2.5	127.5 o -115 / u -105	Hampton Pirates +124 · Drexel Dragons -148

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Leaders

PointsJosh Reed14Drexel Dragons
AssistsKevon Vanderhorst4Drexel Dragons
ReboundsKevon Vanderhorst6Drexel Dragons
PointsXzavier Long13Hampton Pirates
AssistsJalyke Gaines-Wyatt2Hampton Pirates
ReboundsXzavier Long10Hampton Pirates

Recent form

Drexel Dragons

Last 10: 6-4Streak W166.6 scored · 61.3 allowed per game5-1 at home

W83-78vs Northeastern HuskiesJan 24
L58-59at Towson TigersJan 19
W73-51at Monmouth HawksJan 16
W64-58vs William & Mary TribeJan 10
W56-37vs Stony Brook SeawolvesJan 9
L67-70vs Hofstra PrideJan 3
L53-65at UNC Wilmington SeahawksJan 1
L63-72at Charleston CougarsDec 30
W74-56vs Maine Black BearsDec 21
W75-67vs Mount St. Mary's MountaineersDec 20

Hampton Pirates

Last 10: 5-5Streak L168.2 scored · 68.7 allowed per game1-3 away

L67-75vs UNC Wilmington SeahawksJan 24
W65-63vs Monmouth HawksJan 23
W82-61vs North Carolina A&T AggiesJan 20
L70-74at Charleston CougarsJan 10
L72-86at Campbell Fighting CamelsJan 9
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

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	Drexel Dragons
Field goals	19-59	20-48
Field goal %	32	42
Three-pointers	3-16	2-10
Three-point %	19	20
Free throws	10-12	16-22
Free throw %	83	73
Rebounds	38	35
Offensive rebounds	15	9
Defensive rebounds	23	26
Assists	10	9
Steals	6	7
Blocks	2	4
Turnovers	13	12
Team turnovers	2	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	1
Points off turnovers	8	7
Fast-break points	11	13
Points in the paint	22	26
Fouls	18	17
Largest lead	3	14
Lead changes	7	7
Time in front	21	69

How the scoring went

1st Half25-24Xzavier Long makes 26-foot three point jumper (Quintin Cooper assists)
2nd Half27-24Daniel Johnson makes 16-foot pullup jump shot (Aidan Haskins assists)
2nd Half27-26Shane Blakeney makes 15-foot pullup jump shot (Kevon Vanderhorst assists)
2nd Half29-26Daniel Johnson makes 9-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half29-27Shane Blakeney makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half29-28Shane Blakeney makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half29-30Victor Panov makes layup (Kevon Vanderhorst assists)
2nd Half29-31Garfield Turner makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half29-32Garfield Turner makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half31-32Xzavier Long makes driving layup
2nd Half31-33Garfield Turner makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half31-35Garfield Turner makes 9-foot floating jump shot (Villiam Garcia Adsten assists)
2nd Half31-36Villiam Garcia Adsten makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half31-37Villiam Garcia Adsten makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half31-39Josh Reed makes 16-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half31-41Shane Blakeney makes 15-foot step back jumpshot
2nd Half31-43Josh Reed makes driving layup
2nd Half33-43Daniel Johnson makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half35-43Jalyke Gaines-Wyatt makes 14-foot jumper
2nd Half35-45Josh Reed makes driving layup
2nd Half35-47Josh Reed makes layup (Victor Panov assists)
2nd Half35-49Josh Reed makes driving layup
2nd Half36-49Xzavier Long makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half37-49Xzavier Long makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half39-49Elijah Kennedy makes driving layup (Aidan Haskins assists)
2nd Half41-49Kody Williams makes driving layup
2nd Half41-51Victor Panov makes driving layup (Martin de LaPorterie assists)
2nd Half44-51Kody Williams makes 23-foot three point jumper
2nd Half45-51Kody Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half46-51Kody Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half49-51Aidan Haskins makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kody Williams assists)
2nd Half49-52Victor Panov makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half49-53Victor Panov makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half49-54Victor Panov makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half49-55Shane Blakeney makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half49-56Kevon Vanderhorst makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half49-57Eli Beard makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half49-58Eli Beard makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half50-58Jalyke Gaines-Wyatt makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half51-58Jalyke Gaines-Wyatt makes free throw 2 of 2