NJIT Highlanders Defeat UAlbany Great Danes 77-68
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 6:30 PM ET · Broadview Center
NJIT Highlanders 77, UAlbany Great Danes 68, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won NJIT Highlanders vs UAlbany Great Danes?
NJIT Highlanders beat UAlbany Great Danes 77-68 at Broadview Center on January 29, 2026.
Who was favored in NJIT Highlanders vs UAlbany Great Danes?
UAlbany Great Danes were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -270 (about 73% implied). The underdog won.
In a competitive NCAAB matchup, the NJIT Highlanders triumphed over the UAlbany Great Danes with a final score of 77-68 at the Broadview Center. This victory marked NJIT's third consecutive win against UAlbany, adding to their previous successes in the 2025 season, where they won both meetings, including an earlier game this season with a score of 68-62.
Entering the game, UAlbany had a home record of 7-15, while NJIT held a slightly better away record of 10-12. UAlbany's recent form showed a mixed performance with a record of 4-6 over their last ten games, but they were on a two-game losing streak, having lost to New Hampshire and Maine. Their average scoring during this stretch was 69.9 points per game, while they allowed an average of 72.1 points.
In contrast, NJIT's recent form was more balanced, with a record of 5-5 in their last ten games, although they were coming off a loss to UMBC. The Highlanders averaged 70.6 points scored and allowed 72.7 points during this same period. Notably, NJIT's scoring improved in their last five games, averaging 75.2 points while allowing 71.2 points.
The game unfolded in front of a competitive crowd at the Broadview Center, where UAlbany had a home record of 3-1 in their last four home games. NJIT, on the other hand, had struggled slightly on the road with a 2-3 record in their last five away games. The odds from DraftKings reflected UAlbany as a 5.5-point favorite, with a total set at 139.5 points, indicating expectations for a moderately high-scoring game.
Injuries were not highlighted in the provided facts, suggesting both teams may have fielded their full rosters for this critical matchup. As the game progressed, key moments included Amir Lindsey making crucial free throws and Quentin Duncan hitting a significant three-pointer, which extended NJIT's lead in the second half. UAlbany attempted to close the gap with a three-pointer from Isaac Abidde, but NJIT maintained control, ultimately sealing the victory with free throws from Sebastian Robinson.
The Highlanders' ability to execute in the clutch and capitalize on free throw opportunities proved decisive, as they converted several key free throws late in the game. UAlbany's defense struggled to contain NJIT's scoring, particularly in the second half, where NJIT outscored them significantly.
As the game concluded, UAlbany's chances of a comeback dwindled, and they finished with a home win probability of 0.0, reflecting their inability to turn the tide against NJIT. This result not only affects the standings but also highlights the ongoing challenges UAlbany faces as they continue their season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UALB -5.5 | 139.5 o -115 / u -105 | NJIT Highlanders +220 · UAlbany Great Danes -270 |
Leaders
- PointsAmir Lindsey23UAlbany Great Danes
- AssistsAmir Lindsey6UAlbany Great Danes
- ReboundsOkechukwu Okeke8UAlbany Great Danes
- PointsSebastian Robinson17NJIT Highlanders
- AssistsDavid Bolden4NJIT Highlanders
- ReboundsMelvyn Ebonkoli7NJIT Highlanders
Recent form
UAlbany Great Danes
Last 10: 4-6Streak L269.9 scored · 72.1 allowed per game3-1 at home
- L72-80at New Hampshire WildcatsJan 24
- L49-52at Maine Black BearsJan 22
- W75-68vs Vermont CatamountsJan 19
- W69-53vs Binghamton BearcatsJan 15
- W71-46vs Bryant BulldogsJan 10
- L71-83at UMass Lowell River HawksJan 3
- L67-96at South Carolina GamecocksDec 30
- L75-83vs Cornell Big RedDec 21
- W71-55at Stony Brook SeawolvesDec 18
- L79-105at Florida Atlantic OwlsDec 13
NJIT Highlanders
Last 10: 5-5Streak L170.6 scored · 72.7 allowed per game2-3 away
- L74-87at UMBC RetrieversJan 22
- W79-55vs Bryant BulldogsJan 19
- W73-64at UMass Lowell River HawksJan 15
- L70-74vs Maine Black BearsJan 10
- W80-76vs New Hampshire WildcatsJan 9
- W73-65at Binghamton BearcatsJan 3
- L61-80at Pennsylvania QuakersDec 31
- W95-60vs SUNY Canton RoosDec 29
- L52-101at Butler BulldogsDec 22
- L49-65vs Sacred Heart PioneersDec 13
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 | NJIT Highlanders | UAlbany Great Danes |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-60 | 26-65 |
| Field goal % | 47 | 40 |
| Three-pointers | 8-22 | 7-25 |
| Three-point % | 36 | 28 |
| Free throws | 13-16 | 9-14 |
| Free throw % | 81 | 64 |
| Rebounds | 40 | 33 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 29 | 21 |
| Assists | 14 | 11 |
| Steals | 7 | 5 |
| Blocks | 6 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 8 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 4 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 34 |
| Fouls | 13 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 11 | 2 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 90 | 9 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half44-33David Bolden makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half44-36Isaac Abidde makes 22-foot three point jumper (Abdoulaye Fall assists)
- 2nd Half46-36Melvyn Ebonkoli makes layup
- 2nd Half46-38Amir Lindsey makes layup
- 2nd Half46-40Abdoulaye Fall makes layup (Miles Rose assists)
- 2nd Half46-42Amir Lindsey makes layup (Miles Rose assists)
- 2nd Half48-42Sebastian Robinson makes driving layup (Ari Fulton assists)
- 2nd Half49-42Sebastian Robinson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half50-42David Bolden makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-42David Bolden makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-43Abdoulaye Fall makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-43Quentin Duncan makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half53-45Amir Lindsey makes driving layup
- 2nd Half53-46Amir Lindsey makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half53-48Abdoulaye Fall makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half53-50Okechukwu Okeke makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half53-52Miles Rose makes driving layup
- 2nd Half53-54Amir Lindsey makes driving layup
- 2nd Half56-54David Bolden makes 25-foot three point jumper (Melvyn Ebonkoli assists)
- 2nd Half56-55Miles Rose makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-55Quentin Duncan makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half60-55Melvyn Ebonkoli makes layup
- 2nd Half63-55Quentin Duncan makes 22-foot three point jumper (David Bolden assists)
- 2nd Half65-55Sebastian Robinson makes 10-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half65-57Amir Lindsey makes 8-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half65-58Amir Lindsey makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half65-59Abdoulaye Fall makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-60Abdoulaye Fall makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-62Okechukwu Okeke makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half68-62Jordan Rogers makes 26-foot three point jumper (David Bolden assists)
- 2nd Half69-62David Bolden makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-62David Bolden makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-63Amir Lindsey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-63Quentin Duncan makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jordan Rogers assists)
- 2nd Half73-65Amir Lindsey makes 9-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half73-68Isaac Abidde makes 24-foot three pointer (Amir Lindsey assists)
- 2nd Half74-68David Bolden makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-68David Bolden makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-68Sebastian Robinson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-68Sebastian Robinson makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours UAlbany Great Danes, below favours NJIT Highlanders.
Venue
- Broadview CenterAlbany, NY
- Attendance2006
- OfficialsJohn Cahill Jr., Mikerlange Fleury, Michael Nardone
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