New Haven Chargers Defeat Saint Francis Red Wolves 81-69
Saturday, January 31, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · DeGol Arena
New Haven Chargers 81, Saint Francis Red Wolves 69, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won New Haven Chargers vs Saint Francis Red Wolves?
New Haven Chargers beat Saint Francis Red Wolves 81-69 at DeGol Arena on January 31, 2026.
Who was favored in New Haven Chargers vs Saint Francis Red Wolves?
Saint Francis Red Wolves were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -115 (about 53% implied). The underdog won.
In a decisive matchup, the New Haven Chargers triumphed over the Saint Francis Red Wolves with a final score of 81-69 at DeGol Arena. This game was particularly noteworthy as it marked the second meeting between these two teams in the 2026 season, following a previous encounter that ended in a draw on January 25. The Chargers improved their record to 11-12, while the Red Wolves fell to 6-16.
The Chargers entered the game with a record of 10-12, having struggled recently with a record of 4-5-1 over their last ten games, including a loss in their most recent outing against the Mercyhurst Lakers. Their average scoring during this stretch was 54.6 points, while they allowed 61.2 points per game. In contrast, the Red Wolves had a slightly better recent form, going 4-5-1 in their last ten games as well, but with a higher scoring average of 64.2 points per game, although they allowed an average of 70.2 points.
At home, the Red Wolves had a record of 3-3, while their away record stood at 1-2. The Chargers, on the other hand, had a home record of 2-1 and an away record of 2-4. This game showcased the Red Wolves' struggles at home, as they were unable to capitalize on their home-court advantage.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but both teams have faced challenges throughout the season that could have impacted their lineups. The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, favored the Red Wolves slightly with a spread of -1.5, indicating that they were expected to be favored in this matchup. The total points line was set at 131.5, with the over at -112.0 and the under at -108.0, reflecting the anticipated scoring pace of the game.
The game conditions were typical for a basketball matchup in February, with no specific weather-related factors affecting play. However, the atmosphere in DeGol Arena was electric, with fans eager to support their home team.
As the game unfolded, the Chargers took control, leading by significant margins at various points. Key moments included Kheni Briggs making a crucial 24-foot three-point jumper, which extended the Chargers' lead to 77-59 in the second half. The Red Wolves attempted to rally back, with Ahmad Harrison hitting a three-pointer to bring the score to 78-64, but it was not enough to overcome the deficit.
Overall, the performance of the Chargers was characterized by effective shooting and solid defense, while the Red Wolves struggled to maintain consistency throughout the game. The final score of 81-69 reflects the Chargers' ability to execute their game plan effectively, while the Red Wolves will need to regroup and address their defensive shortcomings as they move forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SFPA -1.5 | 131.5 o -112 / u -108 | New Haven Chargers -105 · Saint Francis Red Wolves -115 |
Leaders
- PointsAhmad Harrison16Saint Francis Red Wolves
- AssistsGestin Liberis5Saint Francis Red Wolves
- ReboundsSkylar Wicks7Saint Francis Red Wolves
- PointsKheni Briggs29New Haven Chargers
- AssistsNajimi George4New Haven Chargers
- ReboundsNajimi George8New Haven Chargers
Recent form
Saint Francis Red Wolves
Last 10: 4-5-1Streak D164.2 scored · 70.2 allowed per game3-3 at home
- D0-0at New Haven ChargersJan 25
- W81-60vs Chicago State CougarsJan 24
- W63-61vs Stonehill SkyhawksJan 19
- L90-98vs Central Connecticut Blue DevilsJan 17
- L63-67at Long Island University SharksJan 10
- W71-69at Wagner SeahawksJan 9
- W85-82vs Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsJan 4
- L58-84vs Le Moyne DolphinsJan 3
- L70-79vs Robert Morris ColonialsDec 20
- L61-102at Florida GatorsDec 17
New Haven Chargers
Last 10: 4-5-1Streak L154.6 scored · 61.2 allowed per game2-4 away
- L51-70at Mercyhurst LakersJan 30
- D0-0vs Saint Francis Red WolvesJan 25
- L57-61vs Mercyhurst LakersJan 23
- W62-56at Chicago State CougarsJan 20
- W80-74vs Wagner SeahawksJan 17
- W65-55vs Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsJan 10
- L47-73at Le Moyne DolphinsJan 9
- L61-72at Central Connecticut Blue DevilsJan 4
- W70-55at Stonehill SkyhawksJan 3
- L53-96at Vanderbilt CommodoresDec 30
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long Island University | 24-11 | - | 15-3 |
| Central Connecticut | 18-12 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Mercyhurst | 17-17 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Le Moyne | 15-17 | 5 | 10-8 |
| New Haven | 14-17 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Wagner | 14-17 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Stonehill | 12-21 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Fairleigh Dickinson | 11-21 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Saint Francis | 7-24 | 10 | 5-13 |
| Chicago State | 7-25 | 10 | 5-13 |
Box score
| Stat | New Haven Chargers | Saint Francis Red Wolves |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-48 | 25-56 |
| Field goal % | 52 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 10-20 | 7-21 |
| Three-point % | 50 | 33 |
| Free throws | 21-27 | 12-18 |
| Free throw % | 78 | 67 |
| Rebounds | 32 | 30 |
| Offensive rebounds | 5 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 22 |
| Assists | 15 | 15 |
| Steals | 3 | 6 |
| Blocks | 1 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 4 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 34 |
| Fouls | 16 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 18 | 5 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 77 | 17 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half41-40Victor Payne makes 27-foot three point jumper (Skylar Wicks assists)
- 2nd Half43-40Najimi George makes layup
- 2nd Half43-41Chris Moncrief makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-41Kheni Briggs makes layup
- 2nd Half45-44Skylar Wicks makes 27-foot three point jumper (Ahmad Harrison assists)
- 2nd Half47-44Kheni Briggs makes layup (Najimi George assists)
- 2nd Half47-46Chris Moncrief makes 10-foot jumper (Ahmad Harrison assists)
- 2nd Half50-46Andre Pasha makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jabri Fitzpatrick assists)
- 2nd Half51-46Najimi George makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-46Najimi George makes layup
- 2nd Half55-46Jabri Fitzpatrick makes layup (Najimi George assists)
- 2nd Half55-48Skylar Wicks makes layup (Zion Russell assists)
- 2nd Half57-48Stefano Faloppa makes layup (Teshaun Steele assists)
- 2nd Half59-48Stefano Faloppa makes layup (Maison Adeleye assists)
- 2nd Half59-49Ahmad Harrison makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-49Maison Adeleye makes layup
- 2nd Half61-51Ahmad Harrison makes layup
- 2nd Half63-51Andre Pasha makes layup
- 2nd Half63-52Zion Russell makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half63-53Zion Russell makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half65-53Jabri Fitzpatrick makes layup
- 2nd Half65-55Chris Moncrief makes layup (Zion Russell assists)
- 2nd Half66-55Kheni Briggs makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-55Kheni Briggs makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-55Stefano Faloppa makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jabri Fitzpatrick assists)
- 2nd Half71-55Jabri Fitzpatrick makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-55Jabri Fitzpatrick makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-57Gestin Liberis makes 4-foot dunk (Zion Russell assists)
- 2nd Half72-58Zion Russell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-59Zion Russell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-59Andre Pasha makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-59Andre Pasha makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-59Kheni Briggs makes 24-foot three point jumper (Andre Pasha assists)
- 2nd Half77-60Zion Russell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-61Gestin Liberis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-61Jabri Fitzpatrick makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-64Ahmad Harrison makes 25-foot three point jumper (Paris Papadatos assists)
- 2nd Half81-64Jabri Fitzpatrick makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kheni Briggs assists)
- 2nd Half81-67Ahmad Harrison makes 25-foot three point jumper (Gestin Liberis assists)
- 2nd Half81-69Zion Russell makes layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Saint Francis Red Wolves, below favours New Haven Chargers.
Venue
- DeGol ArenaLoretto, PA
- Attendance709
- OfficialsJames Ostwalt, Dave Fernandez, Thomas McDermott
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