NCAAB · Final

Monmouth Hawks Secure Victory Over Lehigh Mountain Hawks

Sunday, December 21, 2025, 1:00 PM ET · OceanFirst Bank Center

Monmouth Hawks 76, Lehigh Mountain Hawks 62, 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 Lehigh Mountain Hawks vs Monmouth Hawks?

Monmouth Hawks beat Lehigh Mountain Hawks 76-62 at OceanFirst Bank Center on December 21, 2025.

Who was favored in Lehigh Mountain Hawks vs Monmouth Hawks?

Monmouth Hawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -535 (about 84% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive matchup at the OceanFirst Bank Center, the Monmouth Hawks triumphed over the Lehigh Mountain Hawks with a final score of 76-62. This game marked a significant turnaround for Monmouth, who had been struggling with a three-game losing streak prior to this win. The Hawks' performance showcased their ability to bounce back against a Lehigh team that has faced its share of challenges this season.

Monmouth entered the game with a record of 6-7, having gone 4-6 in their last ten games. Their recent form included an average of 71.9 points scored per game, but they also allowed 74.3 points, indicating defensive vulnerabilities. In their last five games, Monmouth managed to score an average of 71.6 points while allowing 73.8, reflecting their inconsistency. Their home record stood at 2-1, which provided a slight edge as they faced Lehigh.

Lehigh, on the other hand, came into the game with a 4-9 record and had been 3-7 in their last ten outings. They averaged 70.4 points scored per game while conceding 76.2 points, which highlighted their struggles on both ends of the court. Lehigh's recent form was slightly better, as they had won their last game against Penn State Hazleton, scoring 83 points in that contest. However, their away record of 1-4 suggested difficulties in securing wins outside of their home venue.

The two teams had previously met earlier in the season on December 5, 2024, where Monmouth suffered a heavy defeat, losing 63-90 to Lehigh. This game provided Monmouth with a chance for redemption and they took full advantage of it. The victory not only improved their record but also demonstrated their capability to compete effectively against a team that had previously bested them.

In terms of injuries, no specific details were provided in the block, but both teams have had their share of challenges throughout the season. The absence of key players can often impact team performance, and it would be reasonable to consider how injuries might have influenced the outcomes of both teams in their recent games.

The betting lines from DraftKings indicated that Monmouth was favored to win by 9.5 points, with a total set at 143.5. The odds reflected the expectations of the market, which recognized Monmouth's potential to perform strongly at home. The moneyline odds were -535 for Monmouth and +400 for Lehigh, further emphasizing the confidence in Monmouth's ability to secure a win.

The game conditions were typical for a December evening, with the venue's atmosphere charged with anticipation as fans gathered to support their teams. The home crowd played a significant role in energizing the Monmouth players, who responded with a solid performance.

As the game progressed, Monmouth established control, particularly in the second half. Notable scoring plays included a three-point jumper by Corey Miller and a series of driving layups by Jason Rivera-Torres, who contributed significantly to Monmouth's scoring surge. The Hawks maintained their lead and effectively stifled Lehigh's attempts to close the gap, ultimately sealing their victory.

This matchup served as a reminder of the competitive nature of college basketball, where teams can quickly shift momentum. Monmouth's win not only improved their standing but also provided a much-needed boost in confidence as they look to build on this success in their upcoming games.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	MONM -9.5	143.5 o -105 / u -115	Lehigh Mountain Hawks +400 · Monmouth Hawks -535

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Leaders

PointsJustin Ray17Monmouth Hawks
AssistsJason Rivera-Torres5Monmouth Hawks
ReboundsJason Rivera-Torres8Monmouth Hawks
PointsJoshua Ingram20Lehigh Mountain Hawks
AssistsNasir Whitlock5Lehigh Mountain Hawks
ReboundsHank Alvey10Lehigh Mountain Hawks

Recent form

Monmouth Hawks

Last 10: 4-6Streak L371.9 scored · 74.3 allowed per game2-1 at home

L75-85vs Quinnipiac BobcatsDec 18
L65-73at Fairfield StagsDec 14
L67-79at Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsDec 6
W63-58vs Princeton TigersDec 4
W88-74at Lafayette LeopardsNov 30
L79-83at Le Moyne DolphinsNov 29
W80-73at Ball State CardinalsNov 28
W71-70vs Robert Morris ColonialsNov 23
L73-78at Syracuse OrangeNov 19
L58-70at Seton Hall PiratesNov 14

Lehigh Mountain Hawks

Last 10: 3-7Streak W170.4 scored · 76.2 allowed per game1-4 away

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
W79-62vs Saint Francis Red WolvesNov 19
L72-84at Rutgers Scarlet KnightsNov 14
L47-69at West Virginia MountaineersNov 9

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
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	Lehigh Mountain Hawks	Monmouth Hawks
Field goals	25-54	31-60
Field goal %	46	52
Three-pointers	10-28	8-13
Three-point %	36	62
Free throws	2-4	6-10
Free throw %	50	60
Rebounds	30	31
Offensive rebounds	9	11
Defensive rebounds	21	20
Assists	14	15
Steals	9	13
Blocks	2	4
Turnovers	20	14
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	10	22
Fast-break points	11	5
Points in the paint	24	40
Fouls	14	13
Largest lead	1	18
Lead changes	2	2
Time in front	1	95

How the scoring went

1st Half28-28Andrew Urosevic makes 22-foot three point jumper (Hank Alvey assists)
1st Half28-30Justin Ray makes driving layup
1st Half28-32Anthony Martinez makes 14-foot jumper
1st Half28-33Anthony Martinez makes free throw 1 of 1
1st Half28-35Andrew Ball makes 13-foot jumper
1st Half28-37Corey Miller makes driving layup
2nd Half31-37Peter Kramer makes 24-foot three point jumper (Hank Alvey assists)
2nd Half33-37Hank Alvey makes layup (Nasir Whitlock assists)
2nd Half33-40Justin Ray makes 22-foot three point jumper (Jason Rivera-Torres assists)
2nd Half34-40Nasir Whitlock makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half34-42Stefanos Spartalis makes layup (Jason Rivera-Torres assists)
2nd Half34-45Cornelius Robinson III makes 23-foot three point jumper (Anthony Martinez assists)
2nd Half36-45Hank Alvey makes 5-foot hook shot
2nd Half37-45Hank Alvey makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half37-48Jason Rivera-Torres makes 23-foot three point jumper (Corey Miller assists)
2nd Half37-51Justin Ray makes 23-foot three point jumper (Cornelius Robinson III assists)
2nd Half39-51Hank Alvey makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Nasir Whitlock assists)
2nd Half39-53Stefanos Spartalis makes layup
2nd Half41-53Nasir Whitlock makes 15-foot jumper
2nd Half43-53Nasir Whitlock makes driving layup
2nd Half43-55Corey Miller makes layup (Jason Rivera-Torres assists)
2nd Half45-55Joshua Ingram makes layup (Andrew Urosevic assists)
2nd Half45-57Justin Ray makes 11-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half45-59Andrew Ball makes layup (Jason Rivera-Torres assists)
2nd Half47-59Jalen Vazquez makes layup (Nasir Whitlock assists)
2nd Half47-61Corey Miller makes driving layup
2nd Half50-61Nasir Whitlock makes 22-foot three point jumper (Jalen Vazquez assists)
2nd Half50-62Cornelius Robinson III makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half52-62Joshua Ingram makes 6-foot jumper
2nd Half52-64Cornelius Robinson III makes layup
2nd Half55-64Caleb Thomas makes 24-foot three point jumper (Hank Alvey assists)
2nd Half55-67Jason Rivera-Torres makes 24-foot three point jumper (Corey Miller assists)
2nd Half55-70Corey Miller makes 23-foot three point jumper (Justin Ray assists)
2nd Half55-72Andrew Ball makes driving layup
2nd Half57-72Joshua Ingram makes driving layup
2nd Half57-74Jason Rivera-Torres makes driving layup
2nd Half57-75Jason Rivera-Torres makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half60-75Alfredo Addesa makes 23-foot three point jumper (Nasir Whitlock assists)
2nd Half62-75Nasir Whitlock makes driving layup
2nd Half62-76Quinn Peters makes free throw 2 of 2