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Towson Tigers Edge Hampton Pirates in Close Contest

Saturday, March 7, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · CareFirst Arena

Towson Tigers 74, Hampton Pirates 68, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Hampton Pirates vs Towson Tigers?

Towson Tigers beat Hampton Pirates 74-68 at CareFirst Arena on March 7, 2026.

Who was favored in Hampton Pirates vs Towson Tigers?

Towson Tigers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -340 (about 77% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Towson Tigers defeated the Hampton Pirates with a final score of 74-68 at CareFirst Arena. This victory marks a continuation of Towson's recent success against Hampton, having won two out of their last three meetings. The Tigers, who hold an overall record of 18-14, have shown resilience in their recent form, finishing their last ten games with a record of 5-5 and currently riding a three-game winning streak. They averaged 67.7 points scored while allowing 66.0 points per game during this stretch.

Hampton, on the other hand, has struggled this season with a record of 13-19. Their recent form reflects a record of 3-7 in their last ten games, with an average of 68.2 points scored but a significantly higher average of 76.6 points allowed. This performance has contributed to a current one-game losing streak, which they will look to break in their upcoming fixtures.

When considering home and away performances, Towson has been more effective at home, posting a 4-1 record in their last five home games, while Hampton has struggled on the road with an 0-6 record in their last six away games. The Tigers' ability to capitalize on their home court advantage has been a key factor in their success.

The two teams have met three times in recent seasons, with Towson winning two of those encounters. Their most recent meeting on January 31, 2026, ended in a decisive 82-50 victory for Towson, highlighting their dominance over the Pirates in recent matchups. The previous meeting before that was a narrow defeat for Towson, losing 62-63 on December 31, 2025.

In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but any absence of key players could impact the dynamics of future games for both teams.

The betting lines from DraftKings reflect Towson as 7.5-point favorites with a moneyline of -340. The total for the game was set at 132.5, indicating expectations for a moderately low-scoring affair. The odds for the over and under were both at -110.

The conditions for the game were typical for a late-season college basketball matchup, with both teams looking to solidify their standings as they head into the postseason. Viewers were treated to a competitive game, with scoring plays in the second half highlighting the back-and-forth nature of the contest. Notable moments included Tyler Tejada converting crucial free throws that helped secure Towson's lead, alongside a significant three-point jumper from Michael Eley.

Overall, this fixture showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, with Towson managing to maintain their winning momentum while Hampton continues to seek answers as they navigate a challenging season.

Odds

BookSpreadTotalMoneyline
DraftKingsTOW -7.5 132.5 o -110 / u -110 Hampton Pirates +270 · Towson Tigers -340

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Leaders

  • PointsTyler Tejada35Towson Tigers
  • AssistsTyler Tejada3Towson Tigers
  • ReboundsMor Seck9Towson Tigers
  • PointsMichael Eley23Hampton Pirates
  • AssistsJalyke Gaines-Wyatt2Hampton Pirates
  • ReboundsXzavier Long10Hampton Pirates

Recent form

Towson Tigers

Last 10: 5-5Streak W367.7 scored · 66 allowed per game4-1 at home

  • W69-57at Stony Brook SeawolvesMar 3
  • W71-67vs Campbell Fighting CamelsFeb 28
  • W58-56vs Elon PhoenixFeb 27
  • L62-68at Drexel DragonsFeb 22
  • L71-72at Monmouth HawksFeb 16
  • W69-57vs Stony Brook SeawolvesFeb 13
  • L49-71at Hofstra PrideFeb 7
  • W82-50vs Hampton PiratesJan 31
  • L73-82vs UNC Wilmington SeahawksJan 30
  • L73-80at North Carolina A&T AggiesJan 24

Hampton Pirates

Last 10: 3-7Streak L168.2 scored · 76.6 allowed per game0-6 away

  • L85-94at William & Mary TribeMar 4
  • W76-65vs Northeastern HuskiesFeb 28
  • L71-85vs Charleston CougarsFeb 26
  • L72-79at Stony Brook SeawolvesFeb 21
  • L43-79at Hofstra PrideFeb 20
  • L70-71at North Carolina A&T AggiesFeb 14
  • W77-74vs William & Mary TribeFeb 7
  • W87-79vs Elon PhoenixFeb 6
  • L50-82at Towson TigersJan 31
  • L51-58at Drexel DragonsJan 30

Standings

TeamOverallGames behindIn conference
UNC Wilmington27-7-15-3
Charleston21-11114-4
Hofstra24-11312-6
Monmouth19-15411-7
William & Mary20-12510-8
Drexel17-16510-8
Towson19-1569-9
Stony Brook17-1569-9
Campbell16-1878-10
Hampton13-1987-11
Elon14-1896-12
North Carolina A&T11-19114-14
Northeastern7-24132-16

Box score

StatHampton PiratesTowson Tigers
Field goals25-6725-54
Field goal %3746
Three-pointers5-245-11
Three-point %2145
Free throws13-2119-25
Free throw %6276
Rebounds4137
Offensive rebounds1910
Defensive rebounds2227
Assists87
Steals39
Blocks55
Turnovers1012
Team turnovers00
Technical fouls00
Technical fouls, total00
Flagrant fouls00
Points off turnovers1213
Fast-break points1312
Points in the paint4032
Fouls2022
Largest lead023
Lead changes00
Time in front098

How the scoring went

  1. 2nd Half33-49Jalyke Gaines-Wyatt makes 26-foot three point jumper (Etienne Strothers assists)
  2. 2nd Half33-51Tyler Tejada makes layup
  3. 2nd Half35-51Daniel Johnson makes 2-foot dunk (Xzavier Long assists)
  4. 2nd Half35-54Dylan Williamson makes 24-foot three pointer
  5. 2nd Half36-54Xzavier Long makes free throw 1 of 2
  6. 2nd Half37-54Xzavier Long makes free throw 2 of 2
  7. 2nd Half37-56Tyler Tejada makes 2-foot dunk
  8. 2nd Half37-58Dylan Williamson makes driving layup
  9. 2nd Half38-58Aidan Haskins makes free throw 2 of 2
  10. 2nd Half38-60Dylan Williamson makes layup
  11. 2nd Half40-60Josh Ogundele makes layup
  12. 2nd Half40-61Dylan Williamson makes free throw 2 of 2
  13. 2nd Half40-63Tyler Tejada makes layup (Jaquan Womack assists)
  14. 2nd Half42-63Xzavier Long makes layup
  15. 2nd Half43-63Xzavier Long makes free throw 1 of 1
  16. 2nd Half44-63Michael Eley makes free throw 1 of 2
  17. 2nd Half45-63Michael Eley makes free throw 2 of 2
  18. 2nd Half48-63Daniel Johnson makes 26-foot three point jumper
  19. 2nd Half48-64Jack Doumbia Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
  20. 2nd Half49-64Etienne Strothers makes free throw 1 of 2
  21. 2nd Half51-64Michael Eley makes driving layup
  22. 2nd Half54-64Etienne Strothers makes 25-foot three point jumper (Daniel Johnson assists)
  23. 2nd Half56-64Michael Eley makes 0-foot tip in layup
  24. 2nd Half58-64Michael Eley makes 0-foot tip in dunk
  25. 2nd Half58-65Tyler Tejada makes free throw 1 of 2
  26. 2nd Half58-66Tyler Tejada makes free throw 2 of 2
  27. 2nd Half58-67Tyler Coleman makes free throw 1 of 2
  28. 2nd Half58-68Tyler Coleman makes free throw 2 of 2
  29. 2nd Half59-68Etienne Strothers makes free throw 1 of 2
  30. 2nd Half60-68Etienne Strothers makes free throw 2 of 2
  31. 2nd Half63-68Michael Eley makes 24-foot three point jumper (Xzavier Long assists)
  32. 2nd Half63-69Tyler Tejada makes free throw 1 of 2
  33. 2nd Half63-70Tyler Tejada makes free throw 2 of 2
  34. 2nd Half66-70Michael Eley makes 25-foot three point jumper
  35. 2nd Half66-71Tyler Tejada makes free throw 1 of 2
  36. 2nd Half66-72Tyler Tejada makes free throw 2 of 2
  37. 2nd Half67-72Michael Eley makes free throw 1 of 3
  38. 2nd Half68-72Michael Eley makes free throw 3 of 3
  39. 2nd Half68-73Tyler Tejada makes free throw 1 of 2
  40. 2nd Half68-74Tyler Tejada makes free throw 2 of 2

Win probability

Above the line favours Towson Tigers, below favours Hampton Pirates.

Venue

  • CareFirst ArenaWashington, DC
  • Attendance1770
  • OfficialsMatt McCloskey, CJ Middlebrooks, Kyle Stewart

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