Liberty Flames Edge Delaware Blue Hens 75-69 in Close Contest
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Bob Carpenter Center
Liberty Flames 75, Delaware Blue Hens 69, 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 Liberty Flames vs Delaware Blue Hens?
Liberty Flames beat Delaware Blue Hens 75-69 at Bob Carpenter Center on February 4, 2026.
Who was favored in Liberty Flames vs Delaware Blue Hens?
Liberty Flames were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -675 (about 87% implied). The favorite won.
The Liberty Flames secured a narrow victory over the Delaware Blue Hens with a final score of 75-69 at the Bob Carpenter Center. This matchup showcased the stark contrast in the teams' recent performances, with Liberty entering the game on a ten-game winning streak, while Delaware had struggled, winning only two of their last ten games.
Liberty's impressive form was evident, as they maintained a perfect record in their last ten outings, averaging 78.7 points scored while allowing 69.1 points per game. Their recent victories included a decisive 81-65 win against the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders and a 76-69 triumph over the Western Kentucky Hilltoppers. In contrast, Delaware's recent struggles were highlighted by their 2-8 record in the last ten games, with an average of 61.8 points scored and 69.0 points allowed. Their last five games reflected this trend, as they managed to score an average of 63.2 points while conceding 73.6 points.
At home, Delaware's record stood at 1-4, while they fared slightly better away with a record of 1-4. Liberty, on the other hand, boasted a perfect away record of 5-0, further underscoring their dominance this season. The previous meeting between these two teams earlier in the season ended with Liberty defeating Delaware 67-51, adding to the Flames' confidence heading into this matchup.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details that may have affected either team, which suggests both squads were at full strength for this contest. The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Liberty favored by 10.5 points, with a moneyline of -675 for Liberty and +490 for Delaware. The total points line was set at 132.5, reflecting expectations for a moderately low-scoring affair.
The game conditions were typical for a basketball matchup, played indoors at the Bob Carpenter Center, which is known for its supportive home crowd. As the game progressed, it was clear that the Flames' depth and experience played a crucial role in their ability to maintain the lead, especially in the closing moments.
Key moments in the second half included a series of free throws by Colin Porter, who contributed significantly to Liberty's score. His free throws helped stretch the lead to 75-69, ultimately sealing the victory for the Flames. Delaware fought hard, with Justyn Fernandez making a driving layup to keep the game competitive, but they could not overcome the deficit in the final minutes.
Overall, this matchup highlighted the disparity in form between the two teams, with Liberty continuing to assert their dominance in the league while Delaware struggles to find consistency.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LIB -10.5 | 132.5 o -110 / u -110 | Liberty Flames -675 · Delaware Blue Hens +490 |
Leaders
- PointsJustyn Fernandez21Delaware Blue Hens
- AssistsChristian Bliss5Delaware Blue Hens
- ReboundsJustyn Fernandez5Delaware Blue Hens
- PointsColin Porter23Liberty Flames
- AssistsZach Cleveland9Liberty Flames
- ReboundsKaden Metheny7Liberty Flames
Recent form
Delaware Blue Hens
Last 10: 2-8Streak L161.8 scored · 69 allowed per game1-4 at home
- L55-70at UTEP MinersFeb 1
- W73-64at New Mexico State AggiesJan 29
- L51-67at Liberty FlamesJan 24
- L68-97vs New Mexico State AggiesJan 17
- L69-70vs UTEP MinersJan 16
- L68-70at Louisiana Tech BulldogsJan 10
- L60-72at Sam Houston BearkatsJan 9
- W67-52vs Kennesaw State OwlsJan 4
- L64-67vs Jacksonville State GamecocksJan 3
- L43-61vs Missouri State BearsDec 29
Liberty Flames
Last 10: 10-0Streak W1078.7 scored · 69.1 allowed per game5-0 away
- W81-65at Middle Tennessee Blue RaidersJan 30
- W67-51vs Delaware Blue HensJan 24
- W76-69at Western Kentucky HilltoppersJan 22
- W80-69vs UTEP MinersJan 17
- W73-71vs New Mexico State AggiesJan 15
- W82-74at Sam Houston BearkatsJan 10
- W72-56at Louisiana Tech BulldogsJan 9
- W78-69vs Jacksonville State GamecocksJan 4
- W81-73vs Kennesaw State OwlsJan 3
- W97-94at Florida International PanthersDec 28
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty | 26-8 | - | 17-3 |
| Sam Houston | 22-12 | 4 | 13-7 |
| Louisiana Tech | 20-14 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Western Kentucky | 18-14 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Middle Tennessee | 17-15 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Kennesaw State | 21-14 | 7 | 10-10 |
| Jacksonville State | 15-17 | 7 | 10-10 |
| New Mexico State | 16-16 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Missouri State | 16-18 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Florida International | 15-17 | 9 | 8-12 |
| UTEP | 11-20 | 8 | 7-13 |
| Delaware | 10-21 | 11 | 6-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Liberty Flames | Delaware Blue Hens |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-45 | 26-51 |
| Field goal % | 51 | 51 |
| Three-pointers | 11-27 | 9-24 |
| Three-point % | 41 | 38 |
| Free throws | 18-20 | 8-9 |
| Free throw % | 90 | 89 |
| Rebounds | 25 | 23 |
| Offensive rebounds | 2 | 2 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 21 |
| Assists | 21 | 13 |
| Steals | 3 | 5 |
| Blocks | 1 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 4 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 10 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 28 |
| Fouls | 15 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 9 | 6 |
| Lead changes | 7 | 7 |
| Time in front | 53 | 28 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half37-42Christian Bliss makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half38-42JJ Harper makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-42JJ Harper makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half39-44Justyn Fernandez makes 11-foot jumper (Christian Bliss assists)
- 2nd Half41-44Josh Smith makes layup (Zach Cleveland assists)
- 2nd Half43-44Josh Smith makes 2-foot dunk (Zach Cleveland assists)
- 2nd Half43-47Justyn Fernandez makes 24-foot three point jumper (Tyler Houser assists)
- 2nd Half43-49Macon Emory makes 3-foot dunk (Christian Bliss assists)
- 2nd Half46-49Colin Porter makes 25-foot three point jumper (Zander Carter assists)
- 2nd Half46-51Christian Bliss makes 10-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half47-51Josh Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-51Josh Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-52Christian Bliss makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-53Christian Bliss makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-53Josh Smith makes layup (Zach Cleveland assists)
- 2nd Half53-53Kaden Metheny makes 27-foot three point jumper (Colin Porter assists)
- 2nd Half55-53Colin Porter makes 12-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half56-53Colin Porter makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half59-53Brett Decker Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (Zach Cleveland assists)
- 2nd Half60-53Colin Porter makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-53Colin Porter makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-54Christian Bliss makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-55Christian Bliss makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-55Brett Decker Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (Zach Cleveland assists)
- 2nd Half64-58Macon Emory makes 24-foot three point jumper (Alex Kazanecki assists)
- 2nd Half65-58Josh Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-58Josh Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-61Macon Emory makes 25-foot three point jumper (Christian Bliss assists)
- 2nd Half69-61Kaden Metheny makes 25-foot three point jumper (Zach Cleveland assists)
- 2nd Half69-63Justyn Fernandez makes driving layup
- 2nd Half69-64Justyn Fernandez makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half69-66Christian Bliss makes layup
- 2nd Half69-67Christian Bliss makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half70-67Colin Porter makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-67Colin Porter makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-67Colin Porter makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-67Colin Porter makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-69Justyn Fernandez makes driving layup
- 2nd Half74-69Colin Porter makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-69Colin Porter makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Delaware Blue Hens, below favours Liberty Flames.
Venue
- Bob Carpenter CenterNewark, DE
- Attendance2084
- OfficialsGarrick Shannon, Rob Rorke, Hunter Allen
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