New Hampshire Wildcats Defeat Maine Black Bears 65-48
Monday, January 19, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · Skip Chappelle Court in Memorial Gymnasium
New Hampshire Wildcats 65, Maine Black Bears 48, 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 New Hampshire Wildcats vs Maine Black Bears?
New Hampshire Wildcats beat Maine Black Bears 65-48 at Skip Chappelle Court in Memorial Gymnasium on January 19, 2026.
Who was favored in New Hampshire Wildcats vs Maine Black Bears?
Maine Black Bears were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -135 (about 57% implied). The underdog won.
In a decisive matchup, the New Hampshire Wildcats triumphed over the Maine Black Bears with a final score of 65-48 at Skip Chappelle Court in Memorial Gymnasium. This victory marked a continuation of New Hampshire's recent success against Maine, extending their head-to-head record to 2-0 for the season, following previous wins of 73-66 and 71-46 in earlier encounters.
The Wildcats, now holding a 5-12 overall record, have struggled in their recent outings, entering this game on a five-game losing streak. Their last ten games yielded a record of 2-8, with an average of 67.5 points scored and 75.4 points allowed. In contrast, the Black Bears, with a 3-17 record, have also faced challenges, winning only three of their last ten games, which included a recent loss to the Vermont Catamounts by a score of 67-62. Maine's average points scored in their last ten games was 63.9, while they allowed 70.3 points per game.
Both teams have faced difficulties in their away and home games. Maine's home record stands at 1-2, while their away record is 2-5. New Hampshire has not fared well on the road, with an away record of 0-6, although they managed to secure two wins at home. The Wildcats' recent form has been particularly concerning, as they have averaged only 69.0 points over their last five games but allowed a staggering 82.8 points per game.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but both teams have been dealing with the usual challenges that come with a long season. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Maine as a slight favorite with a spread of -1.5 and a total set at 129.5 points, reflecting the close nature of the matchup despite their records.
The game conditions were typical for a basketball matchup in January, with fans filling the stands to support their teams. As the game progressed, viewers witnessed key moments, including Tyler Bike's impressive 25-foot three-point step back jumpshot, which contributed to New Hampshire's growing lead. The Wildcats maintained control throughout the second half, with significant contributions from players like Davide Poser, who hit a crucial three-pointer to push the score to 63-48.
Overall, the Wildcats' performance showcased their ability to capitalize on Maine's struggles, effectively managing the game and securing a much-needed victory. Fans can look forward to how both teams will adjust in their upcoming fixtures as they continue to navigate the challenges of the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | ME -1.5 | 129.5 o -112 / u -108 | New Hampshire Wildcats +114 · Maine Black Bears -135 |
Leaders
- PointsKeelan Steele9Maine Black Bears
- AssistsTJ Biel1Maine Black Bears
- ReboundsKeelan Steele8Maine Black Bears
- PointsBelal El Shakery11New Hampshire Wildcats
- AssistsTyler Bike4New Hampshire Wildcats
- ReboundsJohn Squire8New Hampshire Wildcats
Recent form
Maine Black Bears
Last 10: 3-7Streak L163.9 scored · 70.3 allowed per game1-2 at home
- L62-67at Vermont CatamountsJan 16
- W74-70at NJIT HighlandersJan 10
- L62-69at UMBC RetrieversJan 8
- L51-56vs Bryant BulldogsJan 3
- W104-66vs Maine Fort Kent BengalsDec 30
- L56-74at Drexel DragonsDec 21
- L43-70vs Canisius Golden GriffinsDec 13
- W69-59at Boston University TerriersDec 11
- L61-93at Miami (OH) RedHawksDec 6
- L57-79at Ohio BobcatsDec 4
New Hampshire Wildcats
Last 10: 2-8Streak L567.5 scored · 75.4 allowed per game0-6 away
- L74-75at UMBC RetrieversJan 10
- L76-80at NJIT HighlandersJan 9
- L61-80vs Vermont CatamountsJan 3
- L55-86at Nebraska CornhuskersDec 31
- L79-93at Saint Louis BillikensDec 21
- W59-58vs Stonehill SkyhawksDec 17
- W88-82vs Boston University TerriersDec 7
- L68-69at Dartmouth Big GreenDec 4
- L68-72at Fairfield StagsNov 30
- L47-59vs Brown BearsNov 26
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 | New Hampshire Wildcats | Maine Black Bears |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-59 | 14-41 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 34 |
| Three-pointers | 5-18 | 1-14 |
| Three-point % | 28 | 7 |
| Free throws | 8-15 | 19-23 |
| Free throw % | 53 | 83 |
| Rebounds | 39 | 25 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 1 |
| Defensive rebounds | 28 | 24 |
| Assists | 15 | 6 |
| Steals | 7 | 5 |
| Blocks | 2 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 7 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 2 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 22 |
| Fouls | 21 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 20 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 97 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half30-19Bashir N'Galang makes layup
- 1st Half32-19Belal El Shakery makes layup (Jack Graham assists)
- 1st Half33-19Jack Graham makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half34-19Jack Graham makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half34-20Ace Flagg makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half34-21Ace Flagg makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half35-21Belal El Shakery makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half37-21Belal El Shakery makes layup
- 2nd Half37-23Keelan Steele makes 10-foot dunk (Logan Carey assists)
- 2nd Half39-23Belal El Shakery makes 3-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half39-25Mekhi Gray makes driving layup
- 2nd Half39-26Mekhi Gray makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half39-27TJ Biel makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-28TJ Biel makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half41-28Comeh Emuobor makes layup (R.J. Kennedy assists)
- 2nd Half41-29Mekhi Gray makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-30Mekhi Gray makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-30Tyler Bike makes 17-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half45-30Comeh Emuobor makes layup
- 2nd Half45-31Ace Flagg makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-32Ace Flagg makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half47-32John Squire makes 4-foot dunk (Tyler Bike assists)
- 2nd Half50-32Tyler Bike makes 24-foot three point jumper (R.J. Kennedy assists)
- 2nd Half52-32Tyler Bike makes 10-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half52-34Keelan Steele makes layup (Ryan Mabrey assists)
- 2nd Half54-34Belal El Shakery makes layup
- 2nd Half54-36Bashir N'Galang makes driving layup
- 2nd Half56-36KiJan Robinson makes layup (Tyler Bike assists)
- 2nd Half56-38Mekhi Gray makes driving layup
- 2nd Half56-39Bashir N'Galang makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-42Ryan Mabrey makes 28-foot three point jumper (TJ Biel assists)
- 2nd Half56-43Ryan Mabrey makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-43Tyler Bike makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half59-45TJ Biel makes 13-foot jumper (Bashir N'Galang assists)
- 2nd Half59-46Logan Carey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-47Logan Carey makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-47Davide Poser makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-48Logan Carey makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-48Davide Poser makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tyler Bike assists)
- 2nd Half65-48John Squire makes layup (Davide Poser assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Maine Black Bears, below favours New Hampshire Wildcats.
Venue
- Skip Chappelle Court in Memorial GymnasiumOrono, ME
- Attendance1157
- OfficialsTyler Sandmann, Mike Evans, Christopher Brown
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