Longwood Lancers Defeat Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs 86-66
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Paul Porter Arena
Longwood Lancers 86, Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs 66, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Longwood Lancers vs Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs?
Longwood Lancers beat Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs 86-66 at Paul Porter Arena on February 4, 2026.
Who was favored in Longwood Lancers vs Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs?
Longwood Lancers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -900 (about 90% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Longwood Lancers defeated the Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs 86-66 at Paul Porter Arena. This victory comes as Longwood continues to assert its dominance over Gardner-Webb, having won two of their last three encounters, including a previous meeting just two weeks prior where Longwood triumphed 91-56. The Lancers now hold a 2-1 advantage in their head-to-head record against the Bulldogs for the current season.
Longwood entered the game with a record of 13-12, looking to improve upon their recent form, which had seen them split their last ten games with a record of 5-5. However, they were on a two-game losing streak, having lost to the High Point Panthers and South Carolina Upstate Spartans in their most recent outings. Despite this, the Lancers had averaged 75.3 points scored while allowing 69.7 points during their last ten games, showcasing their offensive capabilities.
On the other hand, Gardner-Webb struggled significantly this season, holding a record of just 3-21. Their form in the last ten games was particularly concerning, as they managed only two wins against eight losses, with their most recent result being a loss to the UNC Asheville Bulldogs (50-69). The Bulldogs averaged 67.0 points scored and allowed a staggering 84.6 points per game during this stretch, indicating defensive vulnerabilities that Longwood was able to exploit.
At home, Gardner-Webb had a record of 2-3 in their last five games, but their overall performance at home and away was troubling, with an away record of 0-5 in their last five games. In contrast, Longwood had a strong home record of 5-1 in their last six games, although they struggled on the road with an away record of 0-4 in their last four games.
The odds from DraftKings reflected Longwood's expected dominance, pricing them as 12.5-point favorites with a moneyline of -900, while Gardner-Webb was set at +600. The total points line was set at 147.5, indicating expectations for a moderately high-scoring game.
In terms of injuries, no specific players were noted as unavailable for either team, allowing both squads to field their regular lineups. This was crucial for Longwood, as they relied on their key players to maintain their scoring output and defensive pressure.
The game conditions were favorable for both teams, with no adverse weather or venue issues reported. The matchup drew attention due to the contrasting fortunes of the two teams, with Longwood looking to solidify their position in the standings while Gardner-Webb aimed to find some semblance of consistency.
Throughout the game, viewers were treated to standout performances, particularly from Johan Nziemi, who made significant contributions in the second half, including a three-point jumper and multiple layups that helped extend Longwood's lead. The Lancers demonstrated effective ball movement and scoring efficiency, which ultimately overwhelmed Gardner-Webb's defense.
As the game concluded, Longwood's victory not only added to their win total but also highlighted the challenges Gardner-Webb faces as they continue to seek improvement in a difficult season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LONG -12.5 | 147.5 o -112 / u -108 | Longwood Lancers -900 · Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs +600 |
Leaders
- PointsJamias Ferere16Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs
- AssistsDJ Jefferson2Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs
- ReboundsJamias Ferere7Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs
- PointsJohan Nziemi20Longwood Lancers
- AssistsJacoi Hutchinson4Longwood Lancers
- ReboundsElijah Tucker7Longwood Lancers
Recent form
Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs
Last 10: 2-8Streak L167 scored · 84.6 allowed per game2-3 at home
- L50-69at UNC Asheville BulldogsJan 29
- W67-65vs South Carolina Upstate SpartansJan 24
- L56-91at Longwood LancersJan 22
- L55-92vs Presbyterian Blue HoseJan 17
- L80-89vs Radford HighlandersJan 15
- L49-104at High Point PanthersJan 8
- L77-88at Winthrop EaglesJan 3
- L79-89vs Charleston Southern BuccaneersDec 31
- L52-94at Tennessee VolunteersDec 21
- W105-65vs Toccoa Falls EaglesDec 18
Longwood Lancers
Last 10: 5-5Streak L275.3 scored · 69.7 allowed per game0-4 away
- L59-71vs High Point PanthersJan 31
- L60-65at South Carolina Upstate SpartansJan 30
- W81-79vs Charleston Southern BuccaneersJan 24
- W91-56vs Gardner-Webb Runnin' BulldogsJan 22
- L83-85at Radford HighlandersJan 17
- W77-70vs Presbyterian Blue HoseJan 10
- L61-72at UNC Asheville BulldogsJan 7
- L67-80at High Point PanthersJan 3
- W82-70vs Winthrop EaglesDec 31
- W92-49vs Averett CougarsDec 28
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Point | 31-5 | - | 15-1 |
| Winthrop | 23-11 | 2 | 13-3 |
| Radford | 16-16 | 6 | 9-7 |
| Longwood | 16-16 | 7 | 8-8 |
| UNC Asheville | 15-17 | 7 | 8-8 |
| Presbyterian | 15-18 | 8 | 7-9 |
| Charleston Southern | 15-17 | 9 | 6-10 |
| South Carolina Upstate | 13-19 | 10 | 5-11 |
| Gardner-Webb | 4-29 | 14 | 1-15 |
Box score
| Stat | Longwood Lancers | Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 34-58 | 24-51 |
| Field goal % | 59 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 6-15 | 6-20 |
| Three-point % | 40 | 30 |
| Free throws | 12-20 | 12-20 |
| Free throw % | 60 | 60 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 29 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 21 |
| Assists | 13 | 8 |
| Steals | 11 | 7 |
| Blocks | 0 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 18 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 20 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 14 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 52 | 36 |
| Fouls | 19 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 20 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 99 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half46-35Elijah Tucker makes layup (Johan Nziemi assists)
- 2nd Half46-37Jamias Ferere makes layup
- 2nd Half48-37Jacoi Hutchinson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-37Emanuel Richards makes layup
- 2nd Half50-38Jacob Hogarth makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-39Jacob Hogarth makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half52-39Elijah Tucker makes layup
- 2nd Half52-41Jamias Ferere makes layup (DJ Jefferson assists)
- 2nd Half52-43NaVuan Peterson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half52-46DJ Jefferson makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half52-48DJ Jefferson makes layup (Colin Hawkins assists)
- 2nd Half54-48Elijah Jones makes 1-foot dunk (Elijah Tucker assists)
- 2nd Half57-48Elijah Kelly makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jacoi Hutchinson assists)
- 2nd Half57-50Jamias Ferere makes layup
- 2nd Half57-51Jamias Ferere makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half59-51Emanuel Richards makes 14-foot jumper
- 2nd Half59-53Jacob Hudson makes layup
- 2nd Half60-53Emanuel Richards makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-55Jacob Hogarth makes layup (Spence Sims assists)
- 2nd Half60-56Jacob Hogarth makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half62-56Elijah Tucker makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half63-56Jacoi Hutchinson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-56Jacoi Hutchinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-56Jacoi Hutchinson makes layup (Elijah Tucker assists)
- 2nd Half66-58Jamias Ferere makes layup
- 2nd Half68-58Johan Nziemi makes driving layup
- 2nd Half70-58Emanuel Richards makes layup
- 2nd Half72-58Johan Nziemi makes layup
- 2nd Half72-61Spence Sims makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jacob Hudson assists)
- 2nd Half72-62Jacob Hudson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-62Jacoi Hutchinson makes 9-foot jumper
- 2nd Half74-64Colin Hawkins makes driving layup
- 2nd Half77-64Johan Nziemi makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jacoi Hutchinson assists)
- 2nd Half77-65Jamias Ferere makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-65Johan Nziemi makes layup
- 2nd Half80-65Johan Nziemi makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half80-66DJ Jefferson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half82-66Emanuel Richards makes layup (Johan Nziemi assists)
- 2nd Half84-66Johan Nziemi makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half86-66Johan Nziemi makes layup (Emanuel Richards assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Gardner-Webb Runnin' Bulldogs, below favours Longwood Lancers.
Venue
- Paul Porter ArenaBoiling Springs, NC
- Attendance430
- OfficialsJerry Heater, Kellen Miliner, Justin McKie
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