Hofstra Pride Defeats Northeastern Huskies 82-68
Saturday, February 21, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · Cabot Center
Hofstra Pride 82, Northeastern Huskies 68, 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 Northeastern Huskies?
Hofstra Pride beat Northeastern Huskies 82-68 at Cabot Center on February 21, 2026.
Who was favored in Hofstra Pride vs Northeastern Huskies?
Hofstra Pride were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -325 (about 76% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup at the Cabot Center, the Hofstra Pride secured a solid victory over the Northeastern Huskies, finishing the game with a score of 82-68. This win is particularly significant for Hofstra, as it continues their positive momentum in the season, while the Huskies struggle to find their footing.
Hofstra's recent form has been relatively strong, with a record of 5-5 over their last ten games. They are currently on a one-game winning streak after their latest victory against the Hampton Pirates, where they won 79-43. On average, Hofstra has scored 74.4 points while allowing 66.7 points during this stretch. Their away record stands at 2-3, showing they can perform well both at home and on the road. In contrast, the Northeastern Huskies have been on a downward spiral, with a dismal record of 1-9 in their last ten games, including an eight-game losing streak. The Huskies have averaged 66.0 points scored and 80.4 points allowed in their last five games, highlighting their defensive struggles.
When looking at home and away performances, Hofstra has managed to maintain a balanced approach, with a home record of 3-2, while the Huskies have struggled significantly, holding a home record of just 1-5. This disparity in performance is evident when considering their previous meetings; Hofstra has won two out of three games against Northeastern this season, including a recent matchup on February 6, 2026, where Hofstra triumphed 80-63.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details on player availability for either team, which could be a critical factor in their performances. However, the overall trends suggest that Hofstra has been able to field a competitive lineup, while Northeastern has faced challenges in maintaining consistent play.
The betting market reflected Hofstra's favorable position going into the game, with DraftKings setting the odds at Hofstra -6.5, indicating confidence in their ability to win by a margin greater than that. The total points line was set at 144.5, suggesting expectations for a moderately high-scoring game. The moneyline odds were notably in favor of Hofstra at -325, while Northeastern was listed at +260, further emphasizing the disparity in team performance.
As for the conditions during the game, the block does not specify any particular weather or environmental factors that could have influenced play. However, the atmosphere in the Cabot Center likely played a role in the dynamics of the matchup, with Hofstra's fans potentially adding to the pressure on the Huskies.
Viewers should have noted key moments in the second half, such as William Kermoury's impressive 24-foot three-point jumper, which pushed Hofstra's lead to 76-66. Additionally, German Plotnikov's successful free throws and Cruz Davis's contributions at the line helped Hofstra extend their lead, ultimately sealing the game at 82-68.
Overall, this matchup underscored the contrasting trajectories of the two teams as Hofstra continues to build towards a successful season while the Northeastern Huskies seek to reverse their fortunes.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | HOF -6.5 | 144.5 o -115 / u -105 | Hofstra Pride -325 · Northeastern Huskies +260 |
Leaders
- PointsWilliam Kermoury17Northeastern Huskies
- AssistsMike Loughnane6Northeastern Huskies
- ReboundsYouri Fritz11Northeastern Huskies
- PointsCruz Davis22Hofstra Pride
- AssistsPreston Edmead5Hofstra Pride
- ReboundsSilas Sunday11Hofstra Pride
Recent form
Northeastern Huskies
Last 10: 1-9Streak L871.9 scored · 82.6 allowed per game1-5 at home
- L61-70vs Drexel DragonsFeb 20
- L67-94vs William & Mary TribeFeb 13
- L55-69at Stony Brook SeawolvesFeb 7
- L63-80at Hofstra PrideFeb 6
- L84-89vs Charleston CougarsJan 31
- L78-83at Drexel DragonsJan 24
- L80-95vs Stony Brook SeawolvesJan 23
- L68-81at Monmouth HawksJan 19
- W85-78vs Elon PhoenixJan 16
- L78-87vs Towson TigersJan 10
Hofstra Pride
Last 10: 5-5Streak W174.4 scored · 66.7 allowed per game2-3 away
- W79-43vs Hampton PiratesFeb 20
- L66-70at UNC Wilmington SeahawksFeb 14
- W66-62at Charleston CougarsFeb 13
- 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
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 | Northeastern Huskies |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-54 | 27-65 |
| Field goal % | 52 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 11-26 | 6-23 |
| Three-point % | 42 | 26 |
| Free throws | 15-22 | 8-12 |
| Free throw % | 68 | 67 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 28 | 26 |
| Assists | 9 | 17 |
| Steals | 1 | 4 |
| Blocks | 4 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 6 | 6 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 8 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 34 |
| Fouls | 15 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 22 | 3 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 92 | 3 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half49-36Cruz Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-36Joshua DeCady makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-36Preston Edmead makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half55-36German Plotnikov makes 14-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half58-36Biggie Patterson makes 22-foot three point jumper (Cruz Davis assists)
- 2nd Half58-38Haris Elezovic makes 16-foot jumper (Luca Soroa Schaller assists)
- 2nd Half58-41William Kermoury makes 24-foot three point jumper (Mike Loughnane assists)
- 2nd Half60-41German Plotnikov makes layup
- 2nd Half60-43Youri Fritz makes layup
- 2nd Half62-43Cruz Davis makes 19-foot jumper
- 2nd Half62-45Xavier Abreu makes layup
- 2nd Half64-45German Plotnikov makes layup
- 2nd Half65-45German Plotnikov makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half65-47Xavier Abreu makes layup
- 2nd Half68-47German Plotnikov makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half68-49Youri Fritz makes layup (William Kermoury assists)
- 2nd Half68-52Mike Loughnane makes 25-foot three point jumper (Haris Elezovic assists)
- 2nd Half70-52Silas Sunday makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half70-54William Kermoury makes layup (Mike Loughnane assists)
- 2nd Half72-54Preston Edmead makes driving layup
- 2nd Half72-55William Kermoury makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-56William Kermoury makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-57Youri Fritz makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-59Petar Pinter makes 3-foot dunk (Mike Loughnane assists)
- 2nd Half72-60William Kermoury makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-61William Kermoury makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-61Silas Sunday makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-61Cruz Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-61Cruz Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-62William Kermoury makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-63William Kermoury makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-63Preston Edmead makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-66William Kermoury makes 24-foot three point jumper (Youri Fritz assists)
- 2nd Half77-66German Plotnikov makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half78-66German Plotnikov makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-66Cruz Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-66Cruz Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half80-68Youri Fritz makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half81-68Preston Edmead makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half82-68Preston Edmead makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Northeastern Huskies, below favours Hofstra Pride.
Venue
- Cabot CenterBoston, MA
- Attendance912
- OfficialsCarl Luciano, Brian Zink, Adam Vandenburgh
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