Delaware Blue Hens Edge Middle Tennessee in Overtime Thriller
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 1:00 PM ET · Bob Carpenter Center
Delaware Blue Hens 89, Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders 88, 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 Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders vs Delaware Blue Hens?
Delaware Blue Hens beat Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders 89-88 at Bob Carpenter Center on February 7, 2026.
Who was favored in Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders vs Delaware Blue Hens?
Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -218 (about 69% implied). The underdog won.
In a thrilling contest that went into overtime, the Delaware Blue Hens triumphed over the Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders with a final score of 89-88. This matchup, held at the Bob Carpenter Center, showcased the resilience of the Blue Hens, who improved their record to 8-16, while the Blue Raiders fell to 11-13.
The game was marked by intense back-and-forth action, particularly in the extra period. Key moments included a dunk by Macon Emory, which tied the game at 81-81, and a series of clutch shots from both teams. Notably, Justyn Fernandez hit a critical three-pointer to give Delaware an 84-83 lead, while Sean Smith responded with a three-pointer of his own for Middle Tennessee, putting them ahead 86-84. The final moments saw a flurry of scoring, with Christian Bliss hitting another three for Delaware, and Torey Alston converting two free throws to keep Middle Tennessee in contention. Ultimately, Fernandez's turnaround jumper sealed the victory for the Blue Hens.
Both teams entered the game struggling with recent form. Delaware had recorded a 2-8 record in their last ten games, with an average of 64.4 points scored and 70.4 points allowed. Their last five games saw them average 63.2 points while allowing 74.6. They were on a two-game losing streak before this match, having lost to Liberty Flames and UTEP Miners.
Middle Tennessee, on the other hand, had a slightly better record of 4-6 over their last ten games, but they were also on a four-game losing streak. The Blue Raiders averaged 71.0 points scored and 71.1 points allowed during this stretch. Their most recent loss came against Florida International Panthers, where they fell 84-88.
At home, Delaware's performance has been less than stellar, with a record of 1-4 in their last five home games. Conversely, Middle Tennessee has struggled on the road, holding a record of 1-3 in their last four away games.
In terms of betting, DraftKings had Middle Tennessee favored by 5.5 points, with a total set at 133.5. The odds for the moneyline were +180 for Delaware and -218 for Middle Tennessee.
The game was played under typical indoor basketball conditions, with no noted weather impacts. However, the atmosphere in the Bob Carpenter Center was electric, contributing to the intensity of the match.
Viewers were treated to a display of skill and determination from both teams, with standout performances from players like Justyn Fernandez for Delaware, who made crucial shots in the clutch, and Kamari Lands for Middle Tennessee, who consistently found ways to score.
Overall, this game was a testament to the competitive spirit of both teams, with Delaware managing to secure a hard-fought victory in a closely contested overtime battle.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MTSU -5.5 | 133.5 o -112 / u -108 | Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders -218 · Delaware Blue Hens +180 |
Leaders
- PointsJustyn Fernandez27Delaware Blue Hens
- AssistsChristian Bliss8Delaware Blue Hens
- ReboundsJustyn Fernandez8Delaware Blue Hens
- PointsTorey Alston21Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders
- AssistsJahvin Carter5Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders
- ReboundsChris Loofe8Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders
Recent form
Delaware Blue Hens
Last 10: 2-8Streak L264.4 scored · 70.4 allowed per game1-4 at home
- L69-75vs Liberty FlamesFeb 5
- L55-70at UTEP MinersFeb 1
- W73-64at New Mexico State AggiesJan 29
- L51-67at Liberty FlamesJan 24
- L68-97vs New Mexico State AggiesJan 17
- L69-70vs UTEP MinersJan 16
- L68-70at Louisiana Tech BulldogsJan 10
- L60-72at Sam Houston BearkatsJan 9
- W67-52vs Kennesaw State OwlsJan 4
- L64-67vs Jacksonville State GamecocksJan 3
Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders
Last 10: 4-6Streak L471 scored · 71.1 allowed per game1-3 away
- L84-88vs Florida International PanthersFeb 5
- L60-65vs Western Kentucky HilltoppersJan 31
- L65-81vs Liberty FlamesJan 30
- L58-75at Jacksonville State GamecocksJan 24
- W90-87vs Missouri State BearsJan 17
- L58-59at Louisiana Tech BulldogsJan 15
- W59-55at New Mexico State AggiesJan 11
- L80-83at UTEP MinersJan 9
- W68-67vs Sam Houston BearkatsJan 4
- W88-51vs Louisiana Tech BulldogsJan 3
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liberty | 26-8 | - | 17-3 |
| Sam Houston | 22-12 | 4 | 13-7 |
| Louisiana Tech | 20-14 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Western Kentucky | 18-14 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Middle Tennessee | 17-15 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Kennesaw State | 21-14 | 7 | 10-10 |
| Jacksonville State | 15-17 | 7 | 10-10 |
| New Mexico State | 16-16 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Missouri State | 16-18 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Florida International | 15-17 | 9 | 8-12 |
| UTEP | 11-20 | 8 | 7-13 |
| Delaware | 10-21 | 11 | 6-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders | Delaware Blue Hens |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 32-65 | 28-51 |
| Field goal % | 49 | 55 |
| Three-pointers | 11-33 | 14-28 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 50 |
| Free throws | 13-19 | 19-21 |
| Free throw % | 68 | 90 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 26 |
| Offensive rebounds | 15 | 5 |
| Defensive rebounds | 18 | 21 |
| Assists | 20 | 13 |
| Steals | 7 | 7 |
| Blocks | 2 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Points off turnovers | 21 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 10 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 26 | 28 |
| Fouls | 15 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 8 | 10 |
| Lead changes | 21 | 21 |
| Time in front | 46 | 45 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half56-54Tre Green makes 25-foot three point jumper (Alec Oglesby assists)
- 2nd Half56-55Tyler Houser makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-56Tyler Houser makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-57Justyn Fernandez makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-58Justyn Fernandez makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-61Justyn Fernandez makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half56-64Christian Bliss makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half59-64Tre Green makes 25-foot three point jumper (Sean Smith assists)
- 2nd Half61-64Kamari Lands makes 22-foot jumper (Sean Smith assists)
- 2nd Half61-65Christian Bliss makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-66Christian Bliss makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-66Torey Alston makes 14-foot jumper (Jahvin Carter assists)
- 2nd Half63-67Justyn Fernandez makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-68Justyn Fernandez makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-68Jahvin Carter makes 11-foot jumper
- 2nd Half65-71Alex Kazanecki makes 24-foot three point jumper (Justyn Fernandez assists)
- 2nd Half65-72Christian Bliss makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-73Christian Bliss makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-74Christian Bliss makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half65-75Christian Bliss makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half66-75Chris Loofe makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-75Chris Loofe makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-77Macon Emory makes layup (Justyn Fernandez assists)
- 2nd Half69-77Torey Alston makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half71-77Sean Smith makes 13-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half72-77Torey Alston makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-77Sean Smith makes 9-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half74-79Christian Bliss makes driving layup
- 2nd Half77-79Alec Oglesby makes 24-foot three point jumper (Torey Alston assists)
- 2nd Half78-79Kamari Lands makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-79Kamari Lands makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT81-79Torey Alston makes layup
- OT81-81Macon Emory makes 2-foot dunk (Christian Bliss assists)
- OT83-81Kamari Lands makes 11-foot turnaround jump shot
- OT83-84Justyn Fernandez makes 23-foot three point jumper (Christian Bliss assists)
- OT86-84Sean Smith makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kamari Lands assists)
- OT86-87Christian Bliss makes 25-foot three point jumper
- OT87-87Torey Alston makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT88-87Torey Alston makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT88-89Justyn Fernandez makes 13-foot turnaround jump shot
Win probability
Above the line favours Delaware Blue Hens, below favours Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders.
Venue
- Bob Carpenter CenterNewark, DE
- Attendance2460
- OfficialsBlake Harris, Bradley Yorkovich, James Gibson
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