High Point Panthers Defeat Longwood Lancers 80-67
Saturday, January 3, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · Qubein Center
High Point Panthers 80, Longwood Lancers 67, 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 Longwood Lancers vs High Point Panthers?
High Point Panthers beat Longwood Lancers 80-67 at Qubein Center on January 3, 2026.
Who was favored in Longwood Lancers vs High Point Panthers?
High Point Panthers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1650 (about 94% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup at the Qubein Center, the High Point Panthers secured a solid victory over the Longwood Lancers, finishing the game with a score of 80-67. This win extends High Point's impressive home record to 8-2 in their last ten games, showcasing their strong performance on their home court. The Panthers have been on a remarkable five-game winning streak, averaging 103.2 points in their last five outings while allowing just 59.8 points, indicating a dominant offensive and defensive display.
The Panthers entered the game with a home record of 14-3 overall, while the Lancers, with an away record of 9-8, have had a mixed season. Longwood's recent form shows a record of 6-4 in their last ten games, with a three-game winning streak leading up to this matchup. They have averaged 77.1 points scored and allowed 70.1 points during this stretch, demonstrating their capability to compete, albeit with less consistency than their opponents.
In their previous meetings, the teams were evenly matched, with each winning one game against the other in the current season. High Point's earlier victory on February 14, 2025, saw them triumph 83-72 at home, while they lost to Longwood 80-82 in an away game on January 17, 2025. This history added a layer of rivalry to the contest, making the stakes even higher for both teams.
In terms of player availability, the block does not specify any injuries affecting either team, which means both squads likely fielded their strongest lineups for this important game. The conditions at the Qubein Center were conducive to a high-scoring affair, with the total set at 160.5 by DraftKings, reflecting expectations for an offensive showcase.
The betting market had High Point favored significantly, with a spread of -16.5 and moneyline odds of -1650, while Longwood was listed at +950. This indicates that the Panthers were heavily favored to win, and they lived up to that expectation with their performance.
As the game unfolded, High Point's offensive execution was evident, with key plays contributing to their lead. Notable moments included Redd Thompson Jr. hitting a three-pointer and Emanuel Richards making crucial layups, showcasing the Panthers' ability to capitalize on scoring opportunities in the second half. The final score of 80-67 reflects the Panthers' control over the game, particularly in the latter stages, where they maintained their lead and secured the victory.
Overall, this matchup highlighted the strength of the High Point Panthers at home and their ability to perform under pressure, while the Longwood Lancers will look to regroup and build on their recent successes as they continue their season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | HPU -16.5 | 160.5 o -110 / u -110 | Longwood Lancers +950 · High Point Panthers -1650 |
Leaders
- PointsTerry Anderson29High Point Panthers
- AssistsOwen Aquino3High Point Panthers
- ReboundsTerry Anderson8High Point Panthers
- PointsEmanuel Richards16Longwood Lancers
- AssistsJohan Nziemi4Longwood Lancers
- ReboundsEmanuel Richards6Longwood Lancers
Recent form
High Point Panthers
Last 10: 8-2Streak W595.1 scored · 69.6 allowed per game7-1 at home
- W87-69at UNC Asheville BulldogsDec 31
- W123-64vs Pfeiffer FalconsDec 28
- W93-47vs Bryant BulldogsDec 23
- W84-72vs La Salle ExplorersDec 20
- W129-47vs Mary Baldwin Fighting SquirrelsDec 17
- L78-86at App State MountaineersDec 14
- W89-72vs NJIT HighlandersDec 6
- L84-86vs Southern Illinois SalukisDec 4
- W93-73vs Western Carolina CatamountsNov 29
- W91-80vs Incarnate Word CardinalsNov 23
Longwood Lancers
Last 10: 6-4Streak W377.1 scored · 70.1 allowed per game2-3 away
- W82-70vs Winthrop EaglesDec 31
- W92-49vs Averett CougarsDec 28
- W74-72at North Carolina Central EaglesDec 20
- L68-71at Wake Forest Demon DeaconsDec 18
- L76-81vs Delaware State HornetsDec 13
- W84-80at Morgan State BearsDec 6
- W101-55vs Pfeiffer FalconsDec 4
- L66-92at American University EaglesNov 30
- W65-61vs Maine Black BearsNov 29
- L63-70at Siena SaintsNov 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 | High Point Panthers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-55 | 28-53 |
| Field goal % | 47 | 53 |
| Three-pointers | 7-20 | 7-23 |
| Three-point % | 35 | 30 |
| Free throws | 8-12 | 17-22 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 77 |
| Rebounds | 32 | 28 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 22 |
| Assists | 12 | 15 |
| Steals | 7 | 11 |
| Blocks | 2 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 7 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 3 | 22 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 42 |
| Fouls | 18 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 2 | 17 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 3 | 90 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half37-42Terry Anderson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half40-42Redd Thompson Jr. makes 26-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half40-43Rob Martin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half40-44Rob Martin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half41-44Jacoi Hutchinson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half42-44Jacoi Hutchinson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-44Alphonzo Billups III makes 0-foot dunk
- 2nd Half44-46Braden Hausen makes layup
- 2nd Half46-46Alphonzo Billups III makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half46-48Terry Anderson makes 5-foot dunk
- 2nd Half46-50Owen Aquino makes layup
- 2nd Half46-52Terry Anderson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half46-53Terry Anderson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half46-55Conrad Martinez makes layup (Owen Aquino assists)
- 2nd Half48-55Jaylen Benard makes driving layup
- 2nd Half48-57Owen Aquino makes layup (Conrad Martinez assists)
- 2nd Half48-58Owen Aquino makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half50-58Redd Thompson Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half50-60Owen Aquino makes 4-foot dunk
- 2nd Half50-63Chase Johnston makes 23-foot three point jumper (Braden Hausen assists)
- 2nd Half53-63Jacoi Hutchinson makes 22-foot three point jumper (Redd Thompson Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half53-65Terry Anderson makes layup (Conrad Martinez assists)
- 2nd Half53-67Terry Anderson makes layup (Scotty Washington assists)
- 2nd Half53-68Terry Anderson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half53-70Rob Martin makes layup (Conrad Martinez assists)
- 2nd Half55-70Johan Nziemi makes 4-foot dunk (Elijah Tucker assists)
- 2nd Half55-72Rob Martin makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half57-72Elijah Tucker makes 4-foot dunk (Johan Nziemi assists)
- 2nd Half57-74Terry Anderson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half59-74Johan Nziemi makes layup
- 2nd Half59-75Terry Anderson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-76Terry Anderson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-76Redd Thompson Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Johan Nziemi assists)
- 2nd Half62-77Conrad Martinez makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-78Conrad Martinez makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-78Emanuel Richards makes layup (Johan Nziemi assists)
- 2nd Half66-78Emanuel Richards makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half66-79Rob Martin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-79Emanuel Richards makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-80Conrad Martinez makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours High Point Panthers, below favours Longwood Lancers.
Venue
- Qubein CenterHigh Point, NC
- Attendance2143
- OfficialsJeremy Mosier, J.W. Lucas, Connor Penn
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