Manhattan Jaspers Defeat Niagara Purple Eagles 76-69
Friday, February 13, 2026, 6:30 PM ET · Gallagher Center
Manhattan Jaspers 76, Niagara Purple Eagles 69, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Manhattan Jaspers vs Niagara Purple Eagles?
Manhattan Jaspers beat Niagara Purple Eagles 76-69 at Gallagher Center on February 13, 2026.
Who was favored in Manhattan Jaspers vs Niagara Purple Eagles?
Manhattan Jaspers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -142 (about 59% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested matchup at the Gallagher Center, the Manhattan Jaspers emerged victorious over the Niagara Purple Eagles with a final score of 76-69. This game was notable as it continued the Jaspers' dominance over the Purple Eagles, marking their fourth consecutive win against them in head-to-head matchups. The Jaspers have now defeated Niagara in all three meetings during the current season and the previous one, with the last matchup before this one ending in a 79-70 win for Manhattan on January 11, 2026.
The Manhattan Jaspers entered the game with an away record of 11-16 and were looking to build on a recent win against the Sacred Heart Pioneers, where they scored 80 points. In their last ten games, the Jaspers had a record of 3-7, but they were riding a one-game winning streak into this contest. They averaged 72.8 points scored and allowed 78.6 points during this stretch, indicating a tendency for high-scoring games.
Conversely, the Niagara Purple Eagles, with a home record of 6-19, have struggled throughout the season. They came into this game with a record of 2-8 in their last ten games, including a loss to the Quinnipiac Bobcats just days prior. The Purple Eagles averaged 61.6 points scored and allowed 65.7 points in their last ten games, showcasing their difficulties in both scoring and defense.
The odds for this game, as provided by DraftKings, favored the Jaspers with a spread of 2.5 points. The total points line was set at 136.5, reflecting expectations for a moderately high-scoring affair. The moneyline indicated that a bet on the Jaspers would yield a return of -142, while a bet on the Purple Eagles was priced at +120.
In terms of player performances, the scoring plays highlighted key moments in the second half that helped Manhattan secure the win. Justin Hawkins made a crucial layup, extending the Jaspers' lead to 70-64. Jaden Winston contributed significantly with two free throws, pushing the score to 72-64. Vice Zanki responded for Niagara with a three-point jumper, narrowing the gap to 72-67, but it was not enough to shift the momentum back in their favor. The Jaspers maintained their lead with additional scoring from Terrance Jones and Devin Dinkins, who both made free throws to solidify the win.
The game was played under standard conditions, and both teams faced the challenge of maintaining focus and execution in a tightly contested matchup. Fans watching the game would have noted the Jaspers' ability to capitalize on free throw opportunities, as well as their strategic plays in the final minutes to fend off a late surge from the Purple Eagles.
Overall, the Manhattan Jaspers' victory over the Niagara Purple Eagles not only added to their win column but also reinforced their recent dominance in this matchup, setting the stage for future encounters as both teams continue to navigate their respective seasons.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MAN -2.5 | 136.5 o -112 / u -108 | Manhattan Jaspers -142 · Niagara Purple Eagles +120 |
Leaders
- PointsVice Zanki13Niagara Purple Eagles
- AssistsTrenton Walters5Niagara Purple Eagles
- ReboundsWill Shortt7Niagara Purple Eagles
- PointsTerrance Jones21Manhattan Jaspers
- AssistsDevin Dinkins5Manhattan Jaspers
- ReboundsTerrance Jones8Manhattan Jaspers
Recent form
Niagara Purple Eagles
Last 10: 2-8Streak L161.6 scored · 65.7 allowed per game1-3 at home
- L55-56at Quinnipiac BobcatsFeb 7
- W65-56vs Canisius Golden GriffinsFeb 3
- L46-58vs Marist Red FoxesFeb 1
- L79-82vs Siena SaintsJan 30
- L70-71at Sacred Heart PioneersJan 24
- L61-62at Fairfield StagsJan 23
- L58-68vs Mount St. Mary's MountaineersJan 19
- W59-54at Canisius Golden GriffinsJan 15
- L70-79at Manhattan JaspersJan 11
- L53-71at Iona GaelsJan 10
Manhattan Jaspers
Last 10: 3-7Streak W172.8 scored · 78.6 allowed per game0-4 away
- W80-68vs Sacred Heart PioneersFeb 7
- L75-80vs Saint Peter's PeacocksFeb 6
- L65-72at Mount St. Mary's MountaineersFeb 1
- W95-90vs Rider BroncsJan 31
- L57-66at Iona GaelsJan 25
- L92-98at Quinnipiac BobcatsJan 19
- L59-74vs Siena SaintsJan 17
- L62-98at Fairfield StagsJan 15
- W79-70vs Niagara Purple EaglesJan 11
- L64-70vs Canisius Golden GriffinsJan 10
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merrimack | 23-11 | - | 17-3 |
| Saint Peter's | 17-12 | 3 | 14-6 |
| Siena | 23-12 | 4 | 13-7 |
| Marist | 19-12 | 5 | 12-8 |
| Quinnipiac | 19-13 | 5 | 12-8 |
| Fairfield | 21-13 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Mount St. Mary's | 15-17 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Iona | 18-14 | 7 | 10-10 |
| Sacred Heart | 14-19 | 8 | 9-11 |
| Manhattan | 12-20 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Canisius | 10-21 | 12 | 5-15 |
| Niagara | 8-22 | 12 | 5-15 |
| Rider | 4-25 | 14 | 3-17 |
Box score
| Stat | Manhattan Jaspers | Niagara Purple Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-56 | 25-49 |
| Field goal % | 48 | 51 |
| Three-pointers | 11-23 | 6-19 |
| Three-point % | 48 | 32 |
| Free throws | 11-13 | 13-16 |
| Free throw % | 85 | 81 |
| Rebounds | 30 | 26 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 4 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 22 |
| Assists | 14 | 15 |
| Steals | 10 | 5 |
| Blocks | 2 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 16 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 13 | 6 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 32 |
| Fouls | 10 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 13 | 4 |
| Lead changes | 7 | 7 |
| Time in front | 85 | 11 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half41-33Jaden Winston makes 25-foot three point jumper (Devin Dinkins assists)
- 2nd Half41-35Vice Zanki makes 18-foot jumper
- 2nd Half43-35Devin Dinkins makes layup
- 2nd Half45-35Marko Ljubicic makes 18-foot jumper (Terrance Jones assists)
- 2nd Half47-35Terrance Jones makes layup
- 2nd Half48-35Terrance Jones makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half48-37Josiah Sabino makes layup (Brian Griffith assists)
- 2nd Half49-37Jaden Winston makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-37Jaden Winston makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-39Josiah Sabino makes layup (Brian Griffith assists)
- 2nd Half50-40Josiah Sabino makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half50-43Brian Griffith makes 26-foot three point jumper (Vice Zanki assists)
- 2nd Half52-43Fraser Roxburgh makes layup
- 2nd Half54-43Jaden Winston makes layup
- 2nd Half54-44Vice Zanki makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half54-45Vice Zanki makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half54-46Vice Zanki makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half54-48Will Shortt makes 4-foot alley oop dunk (Trenton Walters assists)
- 2nd Half54-51Gael Dalmau makes 25-foot three point jumper (Trenton Walters assists)
- 2nd Half54-53Will Shortt makes 5-foot alley oop dunk (Trenton Walters assists)
- 2nd Half56-53Terrance Jones makes layup
- 2nd Half59-53Devin Dinkins makes 24-foot three point jumper (Fraser Roxburgh assists)
- 2nd Half59-55Justin Hawkins makes layup
- 2nd Half62-55Fraser Roxburgh makes 25-foot three point jumper (Devin Dinkins assists)
- 2nd Half62-58Brian Griffith makes 24-foot three point jumper (Trenton Walters assists)
- 2nd Half65-58Marko Ljubicic makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jaden Winston assists)
- 2nd Half65-59Trenton Walters makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-60Trenton Walters makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-60Jaden Winston makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half67-61Trenton Walters makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-62Trenton Walters makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-62Terrance Jones makes 28-foot three point jumper (Fraser Roxburgh assists)
- 2nd Half70-64Justin Hawkins makes layup
- 2nd Half71-64Jaden Winston makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-64Jaden Winston makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-67Vice Zanki makes 23-foot three point jumper (Will Shortt assists)
- 2nd Half74-67Terrance Jones makes layup (Jaden Winston assists)
- 2nd Half75-67Devin Dinkins makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-67Devin Dinkins makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-69Trenton Walters makes layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Niagara Purple Eagles, below favours Manhattan Jaspers.
Venue
- Gallagher CenterNiagara Falls, NY
- Attendance706
- OfficialsTony Henderson, Michael Luckie, Daniel Basile
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