NCAAB · Final

Hofstra Defeats Monmouth in Close Contest

Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · CareFirst Arena

Hofstra Pride 75, Monmouth Hawks 69, 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 Monmouth Hawks vs Hofstra Pride?

Hofstra Pride beat Monmouth Hawks 75-69 at CareFirst Arena on March 10, 2026.

Who was favored in Monmouth Hawks vs Hofstra Pride?

Hofstra Pride were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -192 (about 66% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Hofstra Pride emerged victorious against the Monmouth Hawks with a final score of 75-69 at CareFirst Arena. This game was noteworthy as it showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, each looking to solidify their standing in the NCAAB landscape. Hofstra, boasting a strong home record of 24-10, demonstrated their prowess on their court, particularly evident in their recent form, where they have won nine of their last ten games, including a five-game winning streak leading into this contest.

Hofstra's recent performances have been impressive, averaging 73.8 points scored while allowing only 58.2 points over their last ten games. Their home record is particularly strong, standing at 6-0 in their last six home games. In contrast, Monmouth, with an overall record of 19-15, has also been in good form, winning eight of their last ten games and riding their own five-game winning streak into this matchup. They have averaged 75.6 points scored and allowed 70.2 points during this stretch.

The teams had met previously in the current season, with Hofstra winning two of the four encounters, including a 73-57 victory on January 31, 2026, in Monmouth. The back-and-forth nature of their head-to-head record, now standing at 2-2, added an extra layer of intrigue to this matchup. The Pride had previously defeated the Hawks at home on January 10, 2026, in a close 67-64 game.

In terms of player availability, the block did not specify any injuries impacting either team, suggesting both squads were at full strength for this crucial game. The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Hofstra favored by 4.5 points, with a total set at 133.5. The odds reflected confidence in Hofstra's home advantage, with a moneyline of -192 for the Pride compared to +160 for the Hawks.

Conditions in the arena were typical for a late-season college basketball game, with both teams likely feeling the weight of the moment as they aimed for a strong finish to their respective seasons. As the game progressed, viewers were treated to a series of scoring plays that highlighted the intensity of the contest. Key moments included Preston Edmead making critical free throws in the second half, which helped Hofstra maintain their lead. Kavion McClain also made a significant impact with a three-pointer that kept Monmouth within striking distance.

Ultimately, Hofstra's ability to capitalize on free-throw opportunities in the closing minutes, including successful shots from Cruz Davis and German Plotnikov, sealed their victory. The final score of 75-69 not only underscored Hofstra's dominance at home but also showcased the competitive nature of both teams as they prepare for the challenges ahead.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	HOF -4.5	133.5 o -115 / u -105	Monmouth Hawks +160 · Hofstra Pride -192

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Leaders

PointsPreston Edmead26Hofstra Pride
AssistsCruz Davis5Hofstra Pride
ReboundsSilas Sunday12Hofstra Pride
PointsKavion McClain19Monmouth Hawks
AssistsKavion McClain6Monmouth Hawks
ReboundsStefanos Spartalis11Monmouth Hawks

Recent form

Hofstra Pride

Last 10: 9-1Streak W573.8 scored · 58.2 allowed per game6-0 at home

W92-61vs William & Mary TribeMar 9
W62-51vs Drexel DragonsMar 4
W67-58vs Stony Brook SeawolvesMar 1
W82-68at Northeastern HuskiesFeb 21
W79-43vs Hampton PiratesFeb 20
L66-70at UNC Wilmington SeahawksFeb 14
W66-62at Charleston CougarsFeb 13
W71-49vs Towson TigersFeb 7
W80-63vs Northeastern HuskiesFeb 6
W73-57at Monmouth HawksJan 31

Monmouth Hawks

Last 10: 8-2Streak W575.6 scored · 70.2 allowed per game3-2 away

W74-64vs Campbell Fighting CamelsMar 9
W65-57vs Drexel DragonsMar 8
W89-83at Northeastern HuskiesMar 4
W73-57vs Elon PhoenixFeb 28
W82-69vs Stony Brook SeawolvesFeb 27
L63-74at Charleston CougarsFeb 21
L69-79at UNC Wilmington SeahawksFeb 20
W72-71vs Towson TigersFeb 16
W93-73at Drexel DragonsFeb 13
W76-75at Stony Brook SeawolvesFeb 6

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
UNC Wilmington	27-7	-	15-3
Charleston	21-11	1	14-4
Hofstra	24-11	3	12-6
Monmouth	19-15	4	11-7
William & Mary	20-12	5	10-8
Drexel	17-16	5	10-8
Towson	19-15	6	9-9
Stony Brook	17-15	6	9-9
Campbell	16-18	7	8-10
Hampton	13-19	8	7-11
Elon	14-18	9	6-12
North Carolina A&T	11-19	11	4-14
Northeastern	7-24	13	2-16

Box score

Stat	Monmouth Hawks	Hofstra Pride
Field goals	24-55	23-58
Field goal %	44	40
Three-pointers	7-23	6-22
Three-point %	30	27
Free throws	14-20	23-28
Free throw %	70	82
Rebounds	31	43
Offensive rebounds	8	15
Defensive rebounds	23	28
Assists	11	10
Steals	7	7
Blocks	2	1
Turnovers	9	11
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	11	8
Fast-break points	18	2
Points in the paint	28	26
Fouls	19	20
Largest lead	7	7
Lead changes	3	3
Time in front	35	58

How the scoring went

2nd Half45-39Kavion McClain makes 25-foot three pointer
2nd Half45-41Preston Edmead makes 10-foot floating jump shot (Cruz Davis assists)
2nd Half45-42Cruz Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half45-43Cruz Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half45-45Cruz Davis makes 9-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half45-47Silas Sunday makes layup
2nd Half45-49Victory Onuetu makes 1-foot dunk (Cruz Davis assists)
2nd Half47-49Dok Muordar makes layup
2nd Half47-51Victory Onuetu makes 7-foot hook shot
2nd Half49-51Jason Rivera-Torres makes driving layup
2nd Half49-52Victory Onuetu makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half49-53Victory Onuetu makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half50-53Stefanos Spartalis makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half51-53Stefanos Spartalis makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half51-54Cruz Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half51-56Silas Sunday makes 6-foot hook shot
2nd Half51-57Silas Sunday makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half51-58Silas Sunday makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half52-58Andrew Ball makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half52-59Preston Edmead makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half54-59Stefanos Spartalis makes 11-foot jumper (Kavion McClain assists)
2nd Half56-59Jason Rivera-Torres makes 11-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half56-61Preston Edmead makes driving layup
2nd Half57-61Kavion McClain makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half58-61Kavion McClain makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half58-64Preston Edmead makes 25-foot three pointer (Joshua DeCady assists)
2nd Half60-64Jason Rivera-Torres makes 9-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half61-64Jason Rivera-Torres makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half62-64Jason Rivera-Torres makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half62-66Cruz Davis makes 7-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half65-66Justin Ray makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kavion McClain assists)
2nd Half65-69German Plotnikov makes 24-foot three point jumper (Cruz Davis assists)
2nd Half65-70Preston Edmead makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half65-71Preston Edmead makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half68-71Kavion McClain makes 26-foot three pointer
2nd Half69-71Kavion McClain makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half69-72Cruz Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half69-73Cruz Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half69-74German Plotnikov makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half69-75German Plotnikov makes free throw 2 of 2