Binghamton Bearcats Defeat Maine Black Bears 74-67
Saturday, February 28, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · Events Center (Binghamton)
Binghamton Bearcats 74, Maine Black Bears 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 Maine Black Bears vs Binghamton Bearcats?
Binghamton Bearcats beat Maine Black Bears 74-67 at Events Center (Binghamton) on February 28, 2026.
Who was favored in Maine Black Bears vs Binghamton Bearcats?
Maine Black Bears were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -125 (about 56% implied). The underdog won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Binghamton Bearcats triumphed over the Maine Black Bears with a final score of 74-67. This victory marks a significant achievement for the Bearcats, who have struggled throughout the season with a record of 8-23, while the Black Bears now sit at 8-22.
The game took place at the Events Center in Binghamton, where the Bearcats have shown a mixed performance at home, recording a home record of 2-2 in their last four games. In contrast, the Black Bears have had a more challenging time on the road, with a 2-2 away record in their recent outings. Binghamton's recent form includes a record of 3-7 over their last ten games, with an average of 69.6 points scored and 75.1 points allowed. They entered this game on a one-game winning streak, having narrowly defeated the New Hampshire Wildcats 65-63 in their previous outing.
Maine, on the other hand, has been relatively balanced in their recent performances with a 5-5 record in their last ten games. They have averaged 65.0 points scored and 67.3 points allowed during this stretch, and were riding a two-game winning streak after victories against UAlbany and New Hampshire.
In their previous meetings this season, the Bearcats faced the Black Bears on January 24, 2026, where they lost 63-79. However, Binghamton had secured a win against Maine in their previous encounter during the 2025 season, winning 71-69 at home. The head-to-head record now stands at 2-1 in favor of Maine over the last two seasons.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but both teams have had to navigate their respective challenges throughout the season. The betting market reflected a competitive matchup, with DraftKings listing Maine as a 1.5-point favorite, indicating a close contest was anticipated.
The conditions at the Events Center were conducive to basketball, and fans witnessed a thrilling second half where the Bearcats managed to pull away in the closing minutes. Key moments included a series of scoring plays that highlighted the Bearcats' resilience and ability to capitalize on opportunities. Notable plays included a layup by Ace Flagg, an alley-oop dunk by Stephan Snagg, and a critical three-point jumper by Jackson Benigni, which helped to extend Binghamton's lead.
As the game progressed, the Bearcats maintained their composure, converting free throws down the stretch to secure their victory. Jeremiah Quigley was instrumental in this effort, making crucial free throws that solidified their lead. Ultimately, Binghamton's win probability remained at 1.0 as they closed out the game, showcasing their determination to finish strong in front of their home crowd.
This match not only provided a thrilling spectacle for the fans but also highlighted the competitive spirit of both teams as they continue to navigate their respective seasons.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | ME -1.5 | 133.5 o -105 / u -115 | Maine Black Bears -125 · Binghamton Bearcats +105 |
Leaders
- PointsJeremiah Quigley24Binghamton Bearcats
- AssistsJeremiah Quigley5Binghamton Bearcats
- ReboundsJeremiah Quigley12Binghamton Bearcats
- PointsMekhi Gray19Maine Black Bears
- AssistsLogan Carey5Maine Black Bears
- ReboundsKeelan Steele10Maine Black Bears
Recent form
Binghamton Bearcats
Last 10: 3-7Streak W169.6 scored · 75.1 allowed per game2-2 at home
- W65-63vs New Hampshire WildcatsFeb 26
- L79-92at UMass Lowell River HawksFeb 21
- W79-67at Bryant BulldogsFeb 19
- L74-77vs UAlbany Great DanesFeb 14
- L65-73vs Vermont CatamountsFeb 12
- L64-73at NJIT HighlandersFeb 7
- L62-79at UMBC RetrieversFeb 5
- W63-60vs Bryant BulldogsJan 29
- L63-79at Maine Black BearsJan 24
- L82-88at New Hampshire WildcatsJan 22
Maine Black Bears
Last 10: 5-5Streak W265 scored · 67.3 allowed per game2-2 away
- W70-59at UAlbany Great DanesFeb 26
- W61-58at New Hampshire WildcatsFeb 21
- L58-67vs NJIT HighlandersFeb 14
- L62-78vs UMBC RetrieversFeb 12
- L67-73at Bryant BulldogsFeb 7
- W76-70vs Vermont CatamountsFeb 5
- L77-91at UMass Lowell River HawksJan 31
- W79-63vs Binghamton BearcatsJan 24
- W52-49vs UAlbany Great DanesJan 22
- L48-65vs New Hampshire WildcatsJan 19
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| UMBC | 24-9 | - | 14-2 |
| Vermont | 22-12 | 2 | 12-4 |
| NJIT | 16-17 | 4 | 10-6 |
| UMass Lowell | 15-18 | 5 | 9-7 |
| UAlbany | 11-21 | 7 | 7-9 |
| Maine | 8-24 | 8 | 6-10 |
| New Hampshire | 9-21 | 9 | 5-11 |
| Bryant | 9-22 | 9 | 5-11 |
| Binghamton | 8-23 | 10 | 4-12 |
Box score
| Stat | Maine Black Bears | Binghamton Bearcats |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-50 | 28-52 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 54 |
| Three-pointers | 9-20 | 9-21 |
| Three-point % | 45 | 43 |
| Free throws | 12-19 | 9-16 |
| Free throw % | 63 | 56 |
| Rebounds | 27 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 3 | 4 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 27 |
| Assists | 14 | 11 |
| Steals | 7 | 4 |
| Blocks | 2 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 2 | 2 |
| Technical fouls, total | 2 | 2 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 7 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 3 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 36 |
| Fouls | 14 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 15 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 99 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half29-39Jeremiah Quigley makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half30-39Mekhi Gray makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half33-39Ryan Mabrey makes 22-foot three point jumper (Logan Carey assists)
- 2nd Half33-42Jake Blackburn makes 22-foot three point jumper (Wes Peterson Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half36-42Logan Carey makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half36-44Jeremiah Quigley makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half36-46Jeremiah Quigley makes driving layup
- 2nd Half37-46Mekhi Gray makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half38-46Mekhi Gray makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half40-46Mekhi Gray makes 1-foot dunk (Logan Carey assists)
- 2nd Half40-49Jackson Benigni makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jake Blackburn assists)
- 2nd Half41-49Ace Flagg makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half42-49Ace Flagg makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half43-49Ace Flagg makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half43-51Jeremiah Quigley makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half43-53Stephan Snagg makes 1-foot dunk (Wes Peterson Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half43-54Wes Peterson Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-55Wes Peterson Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-55Ryan Mabrey makes 25-foot three point jumper (Ace Flagg assists)
- 2nd Half46-57Jeremiah Quigley makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half48-57Ace Flagg makes 15-foot jumper (Mekhi Gray assists)
- 2nd Half48-60Jake Blackburn makes 22-foot three point jumper (Jeremiah Quigley assists)
- 2nd Half48-62Jeremiah Quigley makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half48-63Jeremiah Quigley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-63Caleb Crawford makes 9-foot jumper (Ace Flagg assists)
- 2nd Half52-63Ace Flagg makes layup
- 2nd Half55-63Logan Carey makes 22-foot three point jumper (Ryan Mabrey assists)
- 2nd Half56-63Logan Carey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-63Logan Carey makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-63Ace Flagg makes layup
- 2nd Half62-63Ryan Mabrey makes 24-foot three point jumper (Logan Carey assists)
- 2nd Half62-66Jackson Benigni makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half64-66Ace Flagg makes layup (Ryan Mabrey assists)
- 2nd Half64-68Stephan Snagg makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Jeremiah Quigley assists)
- 2nd Half65-68Ace Flagg makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-71Jackson Benigni makes 24-foot three point jumper (Wes Peterson Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half67-71Mekhi Gray makes layup
- 2nd Half67-72Wes Peterson Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-73Jeremiah Quigley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-74Jeremiah Quigley makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Binghamton Bearcats, below favours Maine Black Bears.
Venue
- Events Center (Binghamton)Binghamton, NY
- Attendance1959
- OfficialsJason Bradwell, Josean Vega, Vasili Mallios
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