NCAAB · Final

Quinnipiac Edges Niagara in Nail-Biting Finish

Saturday, February 7, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · M&T Bank Arena

Quinnipiac Bobcats 56, Niagara Purple Eagles 55, 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 Niagara Purple Eagles vs Quinnipiac Bobcats?

Quinnipiac Bobcats beat Niagara Purple Eagles 56-55 at M&T Bank Arena on February 7, 2026.

Who was favored in Niagara Purple Eagles vs Quinnipiac Bobcats?

Quinnipiac Bobcats were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1000 (about 91% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Quinnipiac Bobcats narrowly defeated the Niagara Purple Eagles 56-55 at the M&T Bank Arena on February 7, 2026. This game was significant as it showcased the contrasting fortunes of both teams in the NCAAB landscape, with Quinnipiac boasting a solid home record of 17-9 compared to Niagara's struggles at 6-18.

Quinnipiac entered the game with a recent form of 6-4 over their last ten games, riding a two-game winning streak. They averaged 76.8 points scored while allowing 73.4 points per game during that stretch. Their last match was a convincing 75-60 victory over the Canisius Golden Griffins, further solidifying their home court advantage. In contrast, Niagara had a record of 2-8 in their last ten games and were on a one-game winning streak after defeating Canisius 65-56. The Purple Eagles averaged just 63.6 points scored and allowed 68.4 points during this period, indicating their struggles on both ends of the court.

The home team, Quinnipiac, had a record of 3-2 in their last five games, while Niagara's away record was also 1-4 in the same timeframe. This fixture was particularly interesting as it featured a rematch of the previous season's encounter, where Quinnipiac had lost to Niagara 75-76, making this win a chance for redemption.

In terms of player availability, the block did not provide specific details on injuries affecting either team, but the performance of key players would have been crucial in such a close game.

The betting lines from DraftKings indicated Quinnipiac as heavy favorites, with a spread of -12.5 and a money line of -1000. Niagara's money line was set at 650, reflecting the market's expectations of the matchup. The total points set at 137.5, with both the over and under priced at -110.0, suggested that a competitive scoring environment was anticipated.

As the game unfolded, the action was intense, with both teams exchanging leads throughout the second half. Key moments included Landon Williams making a 30-foot three-point jumper, which put Niagara ahead 49-45, followed by a series of scoring plays that kept the game within a single possession. Jaden Zimmerman made crucial three-pointers for Quinnipiac, helping them regain the lead at 56-55 with just moments left on the clock. The final scoring play came from Grant Randall, who hit a 27-foot three-pointer to seal the victory for the Bobcats.

The conditions at M&T Bank Arena were conducive to a high-stakes college basketball atmosphere, and the close scoreline reflected the competitive nature of the game. Viewers were treated to a showcase of resilience and tactical play from both teams, with Quinnipiac ultimately prevailing in a game that could have gone either way.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	QUIN -12.5	137.5 o -110 / u -110	Niagara Purple Eagles +650 · Quinnipiac Bobcats -1000

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Leaders

PointsAmarri Monroe15Quinnipiac Bobcats
AssistsAmarri Monroe3Quinnipiac Bobcats
ReboundsAmarri Monroe11Quinnipiac Bobcats
PointsWill Shortt14Niagara Purple Eagles
AssistsJustin Hawkins3Niagara Purple Eagles
ReboundsWill Shortt11Niagara Purple Eagles

Recent form

Quinnipiac Bobcats

Last 10: 6-4Streak W276.8 scored · 73.4 allowed per game3-2 at home

W75-60vs Canisius Golden GriffinsFeb 6
W72-65at Fairfield StagsFeb 1
L91-98vs Sacred Heart PioneersJan 31
L64-71at Marist Red FoxesJan 24
W77-62at Mount St. Mary's MountaineersJan 23
W98-92vs Manhattan JaspersJan 19
L71-83at Merrimack WarriorsJan 17
L70-74vs Saint Peter's PeacocksJan 15
W70-60at Sacred Heart PioneersJan 11
W80-69vs Mount St. Mary's MountaineersJan 4

Niagara Purple Eagles

Last 10: 2-8Streak W163.6 scored · 68.4 allowed per game1-4 away

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
L75-83vs Fairfield StagsJan 4

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	Niagara Purple Eagles	Quinnipiac Bobcats
Field goals	20-49	18-60
Field goal %	41	30
Three-pointers	8-25	8-22
Three-point %	32	36
Free throws	7-10	12-16
Free throw %	70	75
Rebounds	37	39
Offensive rebounds	11	19
Defensive rebounds	26	20
Assists	13	13
Steals	8	8
Blocks	4	2
Turnovers	15	12
Team turnovers	3	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	1	0
Points off turnovers	8	16
Fast-break points	0	2
Points in the paint	20	18
Fouls	15	12
Largest lead	4	17
Lead changes	7	7
Time in front	12	81

How the scoring went

1st Half12-22Jaden Zimmerman makes layup (Tai Turnage assists)
1st Half14-22Vice Zanki makes 8-foot pullup jump shot
1st Half14-23Nate Guerengomba makes free throw 1 of 2
1st Half14-24Nate Guerengomba makes free throw 2 of 2
1st Half14-26Keith McKnight makes 0-foot tip in layup
1st Half15-26Vice Zanki makes free throw 1 of 2
1st Half15-28Keith McKnight makes 2-foot dunk (Tai Turnage assists)
1st Half17-28Brian Griffith makes layup
1st Half17-30Keith McKnight makes layup (Asim Jones assists)
1st Half17-31Amarri Monroe makes free throw 1 of 2
1st Half17-32Amarri Monroe makes free throw 2 of 2
1st Half17-34Asim Jones makes 16-foot jumper
1st Half19-34Will Shortt makes layup
1st Half22-34Brian Griffith makes 28-foot three point jumper
1st Half22-35Grant Randall makes free throw 1 of 2
1st Half22-36Grant Randall makes free throw 2 of 2
1st Half24-36Will Shortt makes layup (Landon Williams assists)
2nd Half25-36Justin Hawkins makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half26-36Justin Hawkins makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half27-36Justin Hawkins makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half28-36Justin Hawkins makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half28-39Amarri Monroe makes 28-foot three point jumper (Asim Jones assists)
2nd Half30-39Will Shortt makes 10-foot hook shot (Reggie Prudhomme assists)
2nd Half33-39Vice Zanki makes 28-foot three point jumper (Will Shortt assists)
2nd Half33-42Amarri Monroe makes 28-foot three point jumper (Keith McKnight assists)
2nd Half35-42Justin Hawkins makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half38-42Drew Larson makes 28-foot three point jumper (Landon Williams assists)
2nd Half40-42Drew Larson makes 8-foot dunk (Trenton Walters assists)
2nd Half40-44Braylan Ritvo makes layup (Jaden Zimmerman assists)
2nd Half43-44Landon Williams makes 29-foot three point jumper (Drew Larson assists)
2nd Half46-44Drew Larson makes 31-foot three point jumper (Trenton Walters assists)
2nd Half46-45Jaden Zimmerman makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half49-45Landon Williams makes 30-foot three point jumper (Trenton Walters assists)
2nd Half49-47Keith McKnight makes 7-foot dunk (Amarri Monroe assists)
2nd Half49-50Jaden Zimmerman makes 26-foot three point jumper (Amarri Monroe assists)
2nd Half49-53Jaden Zimmerman makes 26-foot three point jumper
2nd Half51-53Will Shortt makes layup (Justin Hawkins assists)
2nd Half54-53Landon Williams makes 28-foot three point jumper (Justin Hawkins assists)
2nd Half55-53Landon Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half55-56Grant Randall makes 27-foot three point jumper (Amarri Monroe assists)