Lehigh Defeats Holy Cross 66-58 in NCAAB Clash
Wednesday, January 7, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · Stabler Arena
Lehigh Mountain Hawks 66, Holy Cross Crusaders 58, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Holy Cross Crusaders vs Lehigh Mountain Hawks?
Lehigh Mountain Hawks beat Holy Cross Crusaders 66-58 at Stabler Arena on January 7, 2026.
Who was favored in Holy Cross Crusaders vs Lehigh Mountain Hawks?
Lehigh Mountain Hawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -148 (about 60% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Lehigh Mountain Hawks emerged victorious against the Holy Cross Crusaders with a final score of 66-58. This victory marks an important win for Lehigh, who had been struggling with a recent record of 2-8 over their last ten games, including a three-game losing streak. The win also reinforces their dominance over Holy Cross, as they have now won all three of their last meetings against the Crusaders.
Lehigh entered this game with a home record of 5-11, while Holy Cross had a slightly better away record of 6-10. The Mountain Hawks had been averaging 71.1 points per game but had also been allowing an average of 78.0 points to their opponents, indicating a defensive vulnerability. In contrast, Holy Cross had been averaging 66.7 points per game and allowing 67.3 points, showcasing a more balanced approach, albeit with a recent record of 5-5 in their last ten games, including a loss in their most recent outing against Navy.
The game took place at Stabler Arena, where Lehigh has struggled this season, with a home record of 1-4 in their last five games. Holy Cross, on the other hand, had a mixed record of 4-3 at home but had only won 1 of their 3 away games in the same span. The odds set by DraftKings indicated Lehigh as the favorite with a spread of -2.5, a home money line of -148.0, and a total of 137.5 for the game.
In terms of head-to-head matchups, Lehigh had previously defeated Holy Cross twice in the 2025 season, with scores of 72-60 and 69-67. This history likely contributed to Lehigh's confidence going into this game.
Injury updates were not provided in the block, so the focus remained on the players available for both teams. As the game progressed, Lehigh managed to maintain a lead, particularly in the second half, where several key scoring plays helped them secure the win. Notable moments included free throws by Nasir Whitlock, who contributed significantly to the closing moments of the game, pushing the score to 66-58 with a series of successful free throws.
The conditions of the game were typical for a winter evening in Pennsylvania, and the atmosphere in Stabler Arena was charged with excitement as both teams battled for crucial conference standings. Viewers were treated to a display of tenacity from both sides, but ultimately, Lehigh's ability to execute under pressure and capitalize on free throw opportunities proved decisive.
Overall, this game showcased the resilience of Lehigh, who, despite their recent struggles, managed to find a way to win against a familiar opponent. The victory not only boosts their morale but also positions them better in the league as they look to build on this success in upcoming matches.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LEH -2.5 | 137.5 o -105 / u -115 | Holy Cross Crusaders +124 · Lehigh Mountain Hawks -148 |
Leaders
- PointsEdouard Benoit22Lehigh Mountain Hawks
- AssistsJoshua Ingram6Lehigh Mountain Hawks
- ReboundsJoshua Ingram10Lehigh Mountain Hawks
- PointsGabe Warren15Holy Cross Crusaders
- AssistsDeAndre Williams3Holy Cross Crusaders
- ReboundsAidan Richard9Holy Cross Crusaders
Recent form
Lehigh Mountain Hawks
Last 10: 2-8Streak L371.1 scored · 78 allowed per game1-4 at home
- L65-72at Bucknell BisonJan 3
- L78-85vs Army Black KnightsDec 31
- L62-76at Monmouth HawksDec 21
- W83-74vs Penn State Hazleton Nittany LionsDec 19
- L82-87vs Long Island University SharksDec 6
- L71-80at Binghamton BearcatsDec 3
- W78-74at Texas State BobcatsNov 29
- L70-72vs UC Santa Barbara GauchosNov 28
- L55-78at Marist Red FoxesNov 26
- L67-82vs Columbia LionsNov 21
Holy Cross Crusaders
Last 10: 5-5Streak L166.7 scored · 67.3 allowed per game1-2 away
- L58-65vs Navy MidshipmenJan 3
- W65-58vs Bucknell BisonDec 31
- L53-81at Harvard CrimsonDec 20
- L64-89vs Dartmouth Big GreenDec 16
- W69-47vs Regis College PrideDec 9
- W70-69at Fordham RamsDec 6
- W76-59vs Northeastern HuskiesDec 3
- W77-53vs Worcester State LancersNov 26
- L69-73vs Siena SaintsNov 24
- L66-79at Sacred Heart PioneersNov 22
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Navy | 26-8 | - | 17-1 |
| Colgate | 18-15 | 6 | 11-7 |
| Lehigh | 18-17 | 6 | 11-7 |
| Boston University | 17-17 | 7 | 10-8 |
| American University | 16-16 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Loyola Maryland | 12-20 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Lafayette | 11-21 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Bucknell | 10-23 | 11 | 6-12 |
| Army | 11-21 | 12 | 5-13 |
| Holy Cross | 11-22 | 12 | 5-13 |
Box score
| Stat | Holy Cross Crusaders | Lehigh Mountain Hawks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-55 | 26-53 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 3-13 | 6-15 |
| Three-point % | 23 | 40 |
| Free throws | 7-10 | 8-9 |
| Free throw % | 70 | 89 |
| Rebounds | 27 | 32 |
| Offensive rebounds | 5 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 26 |
| Assists | 8 | 13 |
| Steals | 8 | 8 |
| Blocks | 1 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 14 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 36 |
| Fouls | 15 | 11 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 11 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 9 | 86 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half26-24Declan Ryan makes layup
- 1st Half26-26Edouard Benoit makes driving layup
- 1st Half28-26Aiden Disu makes layup
- 1st Half28-28Edouard Benoit makes 8-foot pullup jump shot
- 1st Half28-29Hank Alvey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half30-29Declan Ryan makes 8-foot hook shot
- 1st Half30-31Hank Alvey makes layup (Jalen Vazquez assists)
- 1st Half30-33Hank Alvey makes layup (Joshua Ingram assists)
- 2nd Half30-35Hank Alvey makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half31-35Gabe Warren makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half32-35Gabe Warren makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half34-35Gabe Warren makes 6-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half34-38Edouard Benoit makes 27-foot three point jumper (Nasir Whitlock assists)
- 2nd Half34-41Edouard Benoit makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jalen Vazquez assists)
- 2nd Half34-43Edouard Benoit makes 9-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half34-45Hank Alvey makes 9-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half36-45DeAndre Williams makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half36-47Hank Alvey makes 3-foot dunk (Joshua Ingram assists)
- 2nd Half38-47Joe Nugent makes layup
- 2nd Half38-49Hank Alvey makes layup (Joshua Ingram assists)
- 2nd Half41-49Joe Nugent makes 25-foot three point jumper (DeAndre Williams assists)
- 2nd Half43-49Gabe Warren makes layup (DeAndre Williams assists)
- 2nd Half45-49Tyler Boston makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half45-51Nasir Whitlock makes driving layup
- 2nd Half45-54Edouard Benoit makes 28-foot three point jumper (Hank Alvey assists)
- 2nd Half46-54Tyler Boston makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-54Tyler Boston makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-54DeAndre Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half49-57Peter Kramer makes 22-foot three point jumper (Jalen Vazquez assists)
- 2nd Half49-60Edouard Benoit makes 27-foot three point jumper (Joshua Ingram assists)
- 2nd Half52-60DeAndre Williams makes 22-foot three point jumper (Tyler Boston assists)
- 2nd Half53-60Tyler Boston makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-60Tyler Boston makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-62Joshua Ingram makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half56-62Joe Nugent makes layup
- 2nd Half58-62Gabe Warren makes driving layup
- 2nd Half58-63Nasir Whitlock makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-64Nasir Whitlock makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-65Nasir Whitlock makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-66Nasir Whitlock makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Lehigh Mountain Hawks, below favours Holy Cross Crusaders.
Venue
- Stabler ArenaBethlehem, PA
- Attendance473
- OfficialsSean Campbell, Stephen Sherrill, Edward Corbett
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