Hofstra Pride Defeats Towson Tigers 78-67
Thursday, January 8, 2026, 12:30 PM ET · SECU Arena
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Who won Hofstra Pride vs Towson Tigers?
Hofstra Pride beat Towson Tigers 78-67 at SECU Arena on January 8, 2026.
Who was favored in Hofstra Pride vs Towson Tigers?
Towson Tigers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -130 (about 57% implied). The underdog won.
In a decisive matchup, the Hofstra Pride defeated the Towson Tigers 78-67 at SECU Arena on January 8, 2026. This victory marks Hofstra's sixth consecutive win, showcasing their strong form as they continue to build momentum in the NCAAB season. The Pride entered the game with a record of 12-4 and have been performing exceptionally well, winning nine of their last ten games. In contrast, Towson has struggled recently, with a record of 8-9 and having lost their last three games.
Hofstra's recent performance has been impressive, averaging 76.0 points per game while allowing only 61.8 points over their last ten outings. Their last five games have seen them score an average of 78.4 points, indicating a potent offense. In their latest game against the Drexel Dragons, Hofstra secured a narrow 70-67 victory, further solidifying their winning streak. Their away record stands at 5-1, demonstrating their ability to perform outside of their home venue.
On the other hand, Towson has struggled to find consistency, averaging 70.7 points scored and 71.1 points allowed in their last ten games. They have only managed to win four of their last ten games, with their recent form showing a record of 2-3 in the last five. Their last game resulted in a 62-48 loss to the Monmouth Hawks, which extended their current losing streak to three games. Towson's home record is slightly better at 3-1, but they have faced challenges against tougher opponents.
Historically, Hofstra has had the upper hand in their previous meetings with Towson, winning their last encounter on January 17, 2025, by a score of 65-60. This adds to the competitive nature of their rivalry, with Hofstra now holding a 2-0 advantage in their last two matchups.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details on player availability, but the impact of injuries can often be significant in college basketball, affecting team dynamics and performance.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Hofstra as slight underdogs with a spread of -1.5 in favor of Towson, indicating that the game was expected to be closely contested. The total points line was set at 134.5, reflecting expectations for a moderately high-scoring game.
Conditions during the game were typical for a mid-January evening, with both teams likely facing standard indoor basketball conditions. Fans and viewers were treated to a competitive atmosphere, with Hofstra's strong defense and efficient scoring being key factors in their victory.
Throughout the game, viewers should have noted Hofstra's ability to capitalize on free throw opportunities, particularly in the second half, where they converted several crucial free throws to maintain their lead. Key plays included free throws from German Plotnikov and Cruz Davis, which helped to extend Hofstra's advantage as the game progressed. Towson's Tyler Tejada also contributed with free throws, but it was not enough to close the gap.
Overall, Hofstra's victory over Towson highlights their current form and ability to perform under pressure, while Towson will need to regroup and address their recent struggles as they move forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | TOW -1.5 | 134.5 o -108 / u -112 | Hofstra Pride +110 · Towson Tigers -130 |
Leaders
- PointsTyler Tejada22Towson Tigers
- AssistsTyler Tejada5Towson Tigers
- ReboundsCaleb Embeya9Towson Tigers
- PointsCruz Davis32Hofstra Pride
- AssistsCruz Davis2Hofstra Pride
- ReboundsSilas Sunday9Hofstra Pride
Recent form
Towson Tigers
Last 10: 4-6Streak L370.7 scored · 71.1 allowed per game3-1 at home
- L48-62vs Monmouth HawksJan 3
- L62-63at Hampton PiratesDec 31
- L70-84at William & Mary TribeDec 29
- W72-47vs Sacred Heart PioneersDec 22
- W107-60vs Notre Dame (MD) GatorsDec 19
- L49-73at Kansas JayhawksDec 17
- L61-86at UCF KnightsDec 7
- W93-80vs Cornell Big RedDec 4
- L73-87at UC San Diego TritonsNov 26
- W72-69at Liberty FlamesNov 25
Hofstra Pride
Last 10: 9-1Streak W676 scored · 61.8 allowed per game5-1 away
- W70-67at Drexel DragonsJan 3
- W86-72vs Campbell Fighting CamelsDec 30
- W74-66vs Quinnipiac BobcatsDec 21
- W70-69at Syracuse OrangeDec 13
- W92-23vs SUNY Old Westbury PanthersDec 11
- W80-73at Pittsburgh PanthersDec 7
- L70-72at Columbia LionsDec 4
- W77-60at Pennsylvania QuakersNov 30
- W78-58vs Merrimack WarriorsNov 29
- W63-58at La Salle ExplorersNov 28
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 | Towson Tigers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 22-52 | 20-59 |
| Field goal % | 42 | 34 |
| Three-pointers | 9-23 | 8-22 |
| Three-point % | 39 | 36 |
| Free throws | 25-32 | 19-25 |
| Free throw % | 78 | 76 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 15 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 22 |
| Assists | 6 | 11 |
| Steals | 5 | 5 |
| Blocks | 2 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 17 | 7 |
| Fast-break points | 2 | 3 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 14 |
| Fouls | 22 | 23 |
| Largest lead | 17 | 3 |
| Lead changes | 11 | 11 |
| Time in front | 79 | 10 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half46-38Tyler Tejada makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jaquan Womack assists)
- 2nd Half49-38Preston Edmead makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half50-38Cruz Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-38Cruz Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-40Tyler Tejada makes 11-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half54-40Preston Edmead makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half55-40German Plotnikov makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-40German Plotnikov makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-41Caleb Embeya makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-42Caleb Embeya makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-42German Plotnikov makes 25-foot three point jumper (Joshua DeCady assists)
- 2nd Half59-44Tyler Tejada makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half59-47Tyler Tejada makes 28-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half61-47Cruz Davis makes 7-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half61-48Chike Ndefo makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-49Chike Ndefo makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-51Tyler Coleman makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half62-51Preston Edmead makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-51Preston Edmead makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-51German Plotnikov makes 25-foot three point jumper (Cruz Davis assists)
- 2nd Half66-53Tyler Tejada makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half68-53Preston Edmead makes 3-foot jumper
- 2nd Half68-56Jaquan Womack makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tyler Coleman assists)
- 2nd Half68-57Caleb Embeya makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-58Caleb Embeya makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-58Cruz Davis makes driving layup
- 2nd Half70-59Tyler Tejada makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-60Tyler Tejada makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-62Tyler Coleman makes 11-foot pullup jump shot (Dylan Williamson assists)
- 2nd Half71-62Preston Edmead makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-62Preston Edmead makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-62Preston Edmead makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-62German Plotnikov makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-62German Plotnikov makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-63Tyler Tejada makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-64Tyler Tejada makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-64Cruz Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-64Cruz Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half78-64Cruz Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-67Jaquan Womack makes 28-foot three point jumper (Tyler Coleman assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Towson Tigers, below favours Hofstra Pride.
Venue
- SECU ArenaTowson, MD
- Attendance2103
- OfficialsJohn Gaffney, Tony Chiazza, Tony Crisp
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