Hofstra Pride Defeats Monmouth Hawks 73-57
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · OceanFirst Bank Center
Hofstra Pride 73, Monmouth Hawks 57, 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 Monmouth Hawks?
Hofstra Pride beat Monmouth Hawks 73-57 at OceanFirst Bank Center on January 31, 2026.
Who was favored in Hofstra Pride vs Monmouth Hawks?
Hofstra Pride were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -135 (about 57% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Hofstra Pride triumphed over the Monmouth Hawks with a final score of 73-57. This victory marks Hofstra's continued dominance over Monmouth, having won two out of their last three meetings. The game took place at the OceanFirst Bank Center, where the Hawks have a home record of 11-12 this season, while the Pride improved their record to 14-9.
Hofstra entered the game on a five-game losing streak, having struggled recently with a record of 5-5 in their last ten games. They averaged 75.5 points scored and allowed 73.5 points during that stretch. In contrast, Monmouth was riding a two-game winning streak, with a record of 6-4 in their last ten games, averaging 71.4 points scored and allowing 67.5 points.
The Hawks had a solid home performance leading into this match, boasting a home record of 4-2 in their last six games. However, they faced a tough challenge against Hofstra, who had previously defeated them 67-64 on January 10, 2026, in their last encounter. This season, Hofstra has shown resilience, winning key games earlier in the season, but their recent form had raised concerns among fans and analysts alike.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details on player availability, but both teams were expected to field their strongest lineups. The market had Hofstra as slight favorites, with DraftKings listing the odds at HOF -1.5, indicating a competitive matchup. The total points were set at 140.5, reflecting expectations for a moderately high-scoring game.
The game conditions were typical for a basketball matchup, with no adverse weather impacting the indoor venue. Fans were treated to a display of skill and strategy, with Hofstra's Preston Edmead making significant contributions, including key free throws and a step-back jumpshot that extended their lead in the second half.
As the game progressed, Hofstra maintained control, with scoring plays that showcased their offensive prowess. Notable moments included Edmead's 11-foot jumpshot and German Plotnikov's 16-foot turnaround jump shot, both of which helped solidify Hofstra's lead. Joshua Aaron Reaves also contributed with free throws that pushed Hofstra further ahead.
Ultimately, the Hawks were unable to mount a comeback, finishing the game with a scoring average that fell short of their recent performances. The final score of 73-57 not only highlights Hofstra's ability to bounce back from their recent struggles but also raises questions about Monmouth's consistency moving forward in the season. This game serves as a reminder of the competitive nature of NCAAB, where each matchup can significantly impact the standings and momentum of the teams involved.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | HOF -1.5 | 140.5 o -105 / u -115 | Hofstra Pride -135 · Monmouth Hawks +114 |
Leaders
- PointsJustin Ray15Monmouth Hawks
- AssistsCorey Miller3Monmouth Hawks
- ReboundsJason Rivera-Torres7Monmouth Hawks
- PointsCruz Davis24Hofstra Pride
- AssistsPreston Edmead8Hofstra Pride
- ReboundsSilas Sunday10Hofstra Pride
Recent form
Monmouth Hawks
Last 10: 6-4Streak W271.4 scored · 67.5 allowed per game4-2 at home
- W83-81vs North Carolina A&T AggiesJan 30
- W88-73at Campbell Fighting CamelsJan 24
- L63-65at Hampton PiratesJan 23
- W81-68vs Northeastern HuskiesJan 19
- L51-73vs Drexel DragonsJan 16
- L64-67at Hofstra PrideJan 10
- W81-70vs William & Mary TribeJan 9
- W62-48at Towson TigersJan 3
- L65-68vs Campbell Fighting CamelsDec 31
- W76-62vs Lehigh Mountain HawksDec 21
Hofstra Pride
Last 10: 5-5Streak L575.5 scored · 73.5 allowed per game2-3 away
- 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
- W70-67at Drexel DragonsJan 3
- W86-72vs Campbell Fighting CamelsDec 30
- W74-66vs Quinnipiac BobcatsDec 21
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 | Monmouth Hawks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-52 | 23-60 |
| Field goal % | 52 | 38 |
| Three-pointers | 11-26 | 3-18 |
| Three-point % | 42 | 17 |
| Free throws | 8-10 | 8-11 |
| Free throw % | 80 | 73 |
| Rebounds | 40 | 22 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 30 | 15 |
| Assists | 14 | 7 |
| Steals | 2 | 8 |
| Blocks | 1 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 19 | 6 |
| Team turnovers | 3 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 7 | 18 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 24 |
| Fouls | 15 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 17 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 99 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half33-25Joshua Aaron Reaves makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 1st Half34-25Joshua Aaron Reaves makes free throw 1 of 1
- 1st Half34-27Cornelius Robinson III makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
- 1st Half37-27Cruz Davis makes 25-foot three pointer
- 1st Half37-29Cornelius Robinson III makes 17-foot jumper
- 1st Half37-31Cornelius Robinson III makes layup
- 1st Half37-32Justin Ray makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half37-33Justin Ray makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half39-33Silas Sunday makes layup (Preston Edmead assists)
- 2nd Half39-35Jason Rivera-Torres makes 5-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half41-35Silas Sunday makes layup
- 2nd Half41-36Jason Rivera-Torres makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-36German Plotnikov makes layup (Silas Sunday assists)
- 2nd Half43-38Jason Rivera-Torres makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half46-38Preston Edmead makes 25-foot three point jumper (Cruz Davis assists)
- 2nd Half46-40Cornelius Robinson III makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half48-40Silas Sunday makes layup (Preston Edmead assists)
- 2nd Half51-40German Plotnikov makes 25-foot three point jumper (Preston Edmead assists)
- 2nd Half51-42Corey Miller makes driving layup
- 2nd Half53-42Cruz Davis makes 17-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half55-42Silas Sunday makes layup (Cruz Davis assists)
- 2nd Half57-42Cruz Davis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half58-42Cruz Davis makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half58-44Cornelius Robinson III makes 10-foot jumper
- 2nd Half60-44Silas Sunday makes 6-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half60-46Cornelius Robinson III makes 5-foot dunk
- 2nd Half63-46Joshua Aaron Reaves makes 23-foot three point jumper (Preston Edmead assists)
- 2nd Half63-48Cornelius Robinson III makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half63-51Justin Ray makes 23-foot three point jumper (Cornelius Robinson III assists)
- 2nd Half64-51Cruz Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-51Preston Edmead makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-54Andrew Ball makes 24-foot three point jumper (Corey Miller assists)
- 2nd Half67-54Preston Edmead makes 11-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half69-54German Plotnikov makes 16-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half70-54Joshua Aaron Reaves makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-54Joshua Aaron Reaves makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-56Andrew Ball makes driving layup
- 2nd Half72-56Preston Edmead makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-56Preston Edmead makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-57Andrew Ball makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Monmouth Hawks, below favours Hofstra Pride.
Venue
- OceanFirst Bank CenterWest Long Branch, NJ
- Attendance2572
- OfficialsJason Bradwell, Ryan Corbett, Michael Nardone
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