Hofstra Pride Defeats Charleston Cougars 66-62
Thursday, February 12, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · TD Arena
Hofstra Pride 66, Charleston Cougars 62, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Hofstra Pride vs Charleston Cougars?
Hofstra Pride beat Charleston Cougars 66-62 at TD Arena on February 12, 2026.
In a closely contested matchup, the Hofstra Pride edged out the Charleston Cougars with a final score of 66-62 at TD Arena on February 13, 2026. This victory marks Hofstra's third consecutive win, improving their record to 18-9, while Charleston falls to 16-11. The game was significant as it continued the rivalry between these two teams, with Hofstra now leading the season series 2-0 after previously defeating Charleston 66-64 on January 30, 2026, and 67-61 on January 10, 2025.
Charleston entered the game with a home record of 16-10, having gone 7-3 in their last ten games. However, they were on a one-game losing streak following a 64-76 defeat to the UNC Wilmington Seahawks just days prior. The Cougars had averaged 78.4 points scored and allowed 76.1 points in their last ten games, indicating a high-scoring style but also a vulnerability on defense. Their recent form showed promise, with a 4-1 record over the last five games, averaging 75.4 points scored and 71.2 points allowed.
On the other hand, Hofstra came into the game with a record of 17-9 and a more balanced recent performance, having won three straight games. Their last ten games yielded a 5-5 record, but they had shown a strong offensive output with an average of 74.9 points scored and a solid defensive effort, allowing only 69.9 points. In their last five games, Hofstra had a record of 3-2, scoring an average of 74.0 points while allowing 64.8 points.
The matchup was particularly intriguing given the stakes for both teams. Hofstra was looking to solidify their position in the standings, while Charleston aimed to bounce back from their recent loss. The game was also notable for its betting lines provided by DraftKings, which had Charleston as a 1.5-point favorite, with a total set at 146.5 points. The odds reflected a competitive matchup, with both teams having equal moneyline odds at -110.
In terms of player performances, Cruz Davis was pivotal for Hofstra, making crucial layups and free throws in the second half that helped secure the win. His contributions were complemented by Jlynn Counter, who not only assisted on a key three-point shot but also made important free throws. Charleston's Chadlyn Traylor attempted to rally his team with a long-range shot, but it ultimately fell short of changing the outcome.
Injuries were not highlighted in the block, suggesting both teams were at full strength for this important game. The conditions in TD Arena appeared to favor a high-paced game, which both teams are known for, but Hofstra's ability to execute down the stretch proved decisive.
As the game unfolded, viewers were treated to a competitive display of college basketball. The Cougars fought hard, but Hofstra's late-game execution and defensive stops in key moments allowed them to emerge victorious. This win not only boosts Hofstra's confidence but also sets the stage for their upcoming games as they look to build on their winning streak.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | COFC -1.5 | 146.5 o -105 / u -115 | Hofstra Pride -110 · Charleston Cougars -110 |
Leaders
- PointsChris Davis Jr.14Charleston Cougars
- AssistsJlynn Counter8Charleston Cougars
- ReboundsChristian Reeves7Charleston Cougars
- PointsCruz Davis23Hofstra Pride
- AssistsCruz Davis4Hofstra Pride
- ReboundsSilas Sunday9Hofstra Pride
Recent form
Charleston Cougars
Last 10: 7-3Streak L178.4 scored · 76.1 allowed per game5-1 at home
- L64-76vs UNC Wilmington SeahawksFeb 10
- W78-62vs North Carolina A&T AggiesFeb 6
- W89-84at Northeastern HuskiesJan 31
- W66-64at Hofstra PrideJan 30
- W80-70vs Elon PhoenixJan 24
- W87-83vs Campbell Fighting CamelsJan 23
- L106-112at Stony Brook SeawolvesJan 17
- L52-61at Towson TigersJan 16
- W74-70vs Hampton PiratesJan 10
- W88-79vs William & Mary TribeJan 6
Hofstra Pride
Last 10: 5-5Streak W374.9 scored · 69.9 allowed per game2-3 away
- W71-49vs Towson TigersFeb 7
- W80-63vs Northeastern HuskiesFeb 6
- W73-57at Monmouth HawksJan 31
- L64-66vs Charleston CougarsJan 30
- L82-89at William & Mary TribeJan 24
- L78-79at North Carolina A&T AggiesJan 23
- L85-89vs Elon PhoenixJan 17
- L71-76at Stony Brook SeawolvesJan 16
- W67-64vs Monmouth HawksJan 10
- W78-67at Towson TigersJan 8
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 | Hofstra Pride | Charleston Cougars |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 20-61 | 18-56 |
| Field goal % | 33 | 32 |
| Three-pointers | 7-33 | 10-30 |
| Three-point % | 21 | 33 |
| Free throws | 19-26 | 16-19 |
| Free throw % | 73 | 84 |
| Rebounds | 46 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 33 | 29 |
| Assists | 10 | 13 |
| Steals | 5 | 4 |
| Blocks | 7 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 20 | 14 |
| Fouls | 18 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 11 | 3 |
| Lead changes | 7 | 7 |
| Time in front | 79 | 17 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half35-30German Plotnikov makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half37-30Joshua DeCady makes 2-foot dunk (Biggie Patterson assists)
- 2nd Half39-30Silas Sunday makes layup (Preston Edmead assists)
- 2nd Half39-33Jlynn Counter makes 24-foot three point jumper (Colby Duggan assists)
- 2nd Half41-33Preston Edmead makes layup
- 2nd Half42-33Preston Edmead makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half44-33Silas Sunday makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half44-34Chris Davis Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-37Chadlyn Traylor makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jlynn Counter assists)
- 2nd Half44-39Colby Duggan makes layup
- 2nd Half44-40Colby Duggan makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half45-40Biggie Patterson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-42Chris Davis Jr. makes 13-foot jumper (Colby Duggan assists)
- 2nd Half48-42German Plotnikov makes 25-foot three point jumper (Preston Edmead assists)
- 2nd Half49-42Biggie Patterson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-42Biggie Patterson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-42Cruz Davis makes 21-foot jumper
- 2nd Half52-44Chadlyn Traylor makes layup
- 2nd Half52-45Christian Reeves makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-45Cruz Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-45Cruz Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-46Jlynn Counter makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-47Jlynn Counter makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-48Christian Reeves makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-49Christian Reeves makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-49Cruz Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-49Cruz Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-52Chris Davis Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jlynn Counter assists)
- 2nd Half56-54Christian Reeves makes layup
- 2nd Half58-54Cruz Davis makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half59-54Silas Sunday makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-57Colby Duggan makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jlynn Counter assists)
- 2nd Half61-57Cruz Davis makes layup
- 2nd Half61-58Jlynn Counter makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-59Jlynn Counter makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-59Cruz Davis makes layup
- 2nd Half64-59Cruz Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-59Cruz Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-62Chadlyn Traylor makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jlynn Counter assists)
- 2nd Half66-62Cruz Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Charleston Cougars, below favours Hofstra Pride.
Venue
- TD ArenaCharleston, SC
- Attendance4611
- OfficialsSean Hull, Tony Chiazza, CJ Middlebrooks
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