NCAAB · Final

Navy Midshipmen Defeat Loyola Maryland Greyhounds 87-71

Saturday, January 31, 2026, 4:00 PM ET · Alumni Hall (Navy)

Navy Midshipmen 87, Loyola Maryland Greyhounds 71, 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 Loyola Maryland Greyhounds vs Navy Midshipmen?

Navy Midshipmen beat Loyola Maryland Greyhounds 87-71 at Alumni Hall (Navy) on January 31, 2026.

Who was favored in Loyola Maryland Greyhounds vs Navy Midshipmen?

Navy Midshipmen were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -520 (about 84% implied). The favorite won.

The Navy Midshipmen secured a convincing 87-71 victory over the Loyola Maryland Greyhounds at Alumni Hall on January 31, 2026. This win continues Navy's strong performance this season, enhancing their home record to 6-0 and improving their overall record to 18-6. Meanwhile, Loyola Maryland's struggles persist, leaving them with an 8-16 record after the defeat.

Navy has been in excellent form, boasting a 9-1 record in their last ten games, with a current winning streak of four games. They have averaged 72.9 points per game while allowing only 58.1 points, showcasing a solid defense alongside their offensive capabilities. Their recent games include victories over Boston University, Army, and Holy Cross, all of which contributed to their current momentum. In contrast, Loyola Maryland has had a mixed performance, going 4-6 in their last ten outings, with an average of 74.2 points scored but conceding 75.6 points. They recently won against American University and Bucknell but have struggled against tougher opponents.

The matchup at Alumni Hall also highlighted the home advantage for Navy, who have been dominant on their home court. Their home record reflects their ability to perform well in familiar surroundings, while Loyola Maryland has faced difficulties on the road, holding a 1-4 record away from home in their last five games. The teams had previously met twice in the 2025 season, splitting the series with Navy winning the most recent encounter 81-68 at home.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but both teams have had to manage their rosters throughout the season. The absence of key players can significantly impact team performance, particularly in a competitive environment like this.

The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Navy favored by 9.5 points with a total set at 143.5. The odds reflected confidence in Navy's ability to cover the spread, which they ultimately did with their decisive victory. The over/under odds were -108 for the over and -112 for the under, indicating a balanced expectation for scoring.

Conditions during the game were typical for a basketball matchup, with both teams needing to adapt to the pace and physicality of the contest. Viewers were treated to a display of offensive skill, particularly from Navy, who executed several crucial plays in the second half to pull away from Loyola Maryland. Notable scoring plays included a series of layups and free throws that helped Navy maintain their lead as the game progressed.

Overall, this game was a testament to Navy's strong season and their ability to perform under pressure, while Loyola Maryland continues to seek consistency as they navigate the remainder of their schedule.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	NAVY -9.5	143.5 o -108 / u -112	Loyola Maryland Greyhounds +390 · Navy Midshipmen -520

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Leaders

PointsAidan Kehoe23Navy Midshipmen
AssistsJordan Pennick5Navy Midshipmen
ReboundsAidan Kehoe7Navy Midshipmen
PointsEmmett Adair28Loyola Maryland Greyhounds
AssistsBraeden Speed4Loyola Maryland Greyhounds
ReboundsEmmett Adair7Loyola Maryland Greyhounds

Recent form

Navy Midshipmen

Last 10: 9-1Streak W472.9 scored · 58.1 allowed per game6-0 at home

W58-50at Boston University TerriersJan 29
W84-56vs Army Black KnightsJan 24
W85-68vs Holy Cross CrusadersJan 22
W82-79at Lehigh Mountain HawksJan 17
L51-65at American University EaglesJan 13
W76-50vs Lafayette LeopardsJan 10
W76-55vs Bucknell BisonJan 8
W65-58at Holy Cross CrusadersJan 3
W82-77vs Boston University TerriersDec 31
W70-23vs Rosemont RavensDec 21

Loyola Maryland Greyhounds

Last 10: 4-6Streak W274.2 scored · 75.6 allowed per game1-4 away

W77-68vs American University EaglesJan 29
W67-62vs Bucknell BisonJan 24
L81-88at Lehigh Mountain HawksJan 20
W74-57vs Boston University TerriersJan 17
L80-86vs Colgate RaidersJan 15
L67-70at Bucknell BisonJan 10
W84-76at Army Black KnightsJan 7
L64-79vs Lafayette LeopardsJan 3
L69-84at American University EaglesDec 31
L79-86at George Mason PatriotsDec 21

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	Loyola Maryland Greyhounds	Navy Midshipmen
Field goals	25-62	38-58
Field goal %	40	66
Three-pointers	12-30	6-15
Three-point %	40	40
Free throws	9-10	5-10
Free throw %	90	50
Rebounds	24	36
Offensive rebounds	12	10
Defensive rebounds	12	26
Assists	11	27
Steals	5	8
Blocks	2	3
Turnovers	12	11
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	13	14
Fast-break points	4	10
Points in the paint	24	50
Fouls	13	11
Largest lead	3	17
Lead changes	4	4
Time in front	9	87

How the scoring went

2nd Half38-46Aidan Kehoe makes layup (Jordan Pennick assists)
2nd Half38-49Jinwoo Kim makes 24-foot three point jumper (Aidan Kehoe assists)
2nd Half40-49Carter Berg-McLean makes layup
2nd Half40-50Jordan Pennick makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half40-51Jordan Pennick makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half40-53Austin Benigni makes layup
2nd Half40-55Aidan Kehoe makes layup (Jinwoo Kim assists)
2nd Half43-55Emmett Adair makes 25-foot three point jumper
2nd Half43-57Jinwoo Kim makes 15-foot jumper (Cam Cole assists)
2nd Half45-57Braeden Speed makes layup (Emmett Adair assists)
2nd Half46-57Braeden Speed makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half46-59Aidan Kehoe makes layup (Donovan Draper assists)
2nd Half48-59Braeden Speed makes 4-foot jumper
2nd Half48-62Jordan Pennick makes 25-foot three point jumper (Austin Benigni assists)
2nd Half49-62Emmett Adair makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half50-62Emmett Adair makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half50-64Austin Benigni makes layup
2nd Half52-64Carter Berg-McLean makes 8-foot jumper
2nd Half52-66Mike Woods makes 22-foot jumper (Austin Benigni assists)
2nd Half52-67Austin Benigni makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half52-68Austin Benigni makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half54-68Braeden Speed makes layup
2nd Half56-68Braeden Speed makes layup
2nd Half58-68Emmett Adair makes 6-foot jumper
2nd Half58-70Aidan Kehoe makes layup (Donovan Draper assists)
2nd Half61-70Emmett Adair makes 25-foot three point jumper
2nd Half61-72Donovan Draper makes 19-foot jumper (Jordan Pennick assists)
2nd Half64-72Emmett Adair makes 25-foot three point jumper (Braeden Speed assists)
2nd Half64-74Jordan Pennick makes 15-foot jumper
2nd Half64-76Donovan Draper makes 5-foot jumper (Cam Cole assists)
2nd Half64-79Austin Benigni makes 25-foot three point jumper (Mike Woods assists)
2nd Half65-79Tyson Commander makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half66-79Tyson Commander makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half66-81Austin Benigni makes 15-foot jumper
2nd Half67-81Sam Springer makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half68-81Sam Springer makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half68-83Donovan Draper makes layup (Mike Woods assists)
2nd Half68-85Jordan Pennick makes layup
2nd Half71-85Jordan Stiemke makes 26-foot three point jumper (Braeden Speed assists)
2nd Half71-87Cam Cole makes layup

Win probability

Above the line favours Navy Midshipmen, below favours Loyola Maryland Greyhounds.