Hofstra Pride Defeats Northeastern Huskies 80-63
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · David S. Mack Sports and Exhibition Complex
Hofstra Pride 80, Northeastern Huskies 63, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Northeastern Huskies vs Hofstra Pride?
Hofstra Pride beat Northeastern Huskies 80-63 at David S. Mack Sports and Exhibition Complex on February 5, 2026.
Who was favored in Northeastern Huskies vs Hofstra Pride?
Hofstra Pride were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -455 (about 82% implied). The favorite won.
The Hofstra Pride secured a decisive victory over the Northeastern Huskies, winning 80-63 in a game held at the David S. Mack Sports and Exhibition Complex. This win marks a significant moment for Hofstra, who improved their overall record to 16-9, while Northeastern fell to 6-17. The Pride's performance showcased their ability to capitalize on their home court advantage, as they have had a solid home record of 13-3 this season.
In the lead-up to this matchup, Hofstra had shown mixed form with a record of 5-5 in their last ten games, but they were riding a one-game winning streak after defeating the Monmouth Hawks 73-57. The Pride averaged 75.4 points scored and allowed 72.6 points during this stretch, indicating a competitive edge in scoring. Their last five games had seen them score an average of 76.4 points while allowing 76.0, reflecting a slight defensive vulnerability that they managed to overcome in this game.
On the other hand, Northeastern struggled significantly, entering the game with a dismal 2-8 record in their last ten outings and a four-game losing streak. They had averaged 80.9 points scored but allowed a troubling 87.4 points per game in this same period, highlighting their defensive issues. The Huskies' last five games saw them average 79.0 points while conceding 85.2, which ultimately proved detrimental against Hofstra.
Historically, Hofstra and Northeastern have faced each other twice in the current season, with each team winning one game. Hofstra's earlier victory came on January 4, 2025, where they won 55-37 at Northeastern, while Northeastern took the second meeting on February 7, 2025, winning 77-68 at Hofstra. This latest game saw Hofstra turn the tables decisively, demonstrating their growth and ability to adapt.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing from either team, suggesting that both squads were at full strength for this encounter. This aspect often plays a crucial role in determining the outcome of games, especially in competitive matchups like this one.
The betting lines from DraftKings indicated Hofstra as heavy favorites, with a spread of -8.5 and a moneyline of -455. Northeastern was listed at +350 on the moneyline, reflecting their underdog status. The total points set at 153.5 suggested expectations for a moderately high-scoring game, which Hofstra's offensive performance met.
As the game progressed, Hofstra's offense was led by key scoring plays in the second half, including a series of free throws by Cruz Davis and a crucial dunk by Jaeden Roberts, which capped off their scoring efforts. The Pride maintained a consistent lead throughout the game, showcasing their offensive prowess and defensive resilience against a struggling Northeastern side.
Overall, Hofstra's victory not only bolstered their standings but also highlighted their potential as a formidable contender in the league. Fans and analysts alike will be watching closely to see how both teams respond in their upcoming fixtures, particularly how Northeastern addresses their defensive challenges moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | HOF -8.5 | 153.5 o -112 / u -108 | Northeastern Huskies +350 · Hofstra Pride -455 |
Leaders
- PointsPreston Edmead23Hofstra Pride
- AssistsPreston Edmead8Hofstra Pride
- ReboundsVictory Onuetu12Hofstra Pride
- PointsRyan Williams17Northeastern Huskies
- AssistsWilliam Kermoury5Northeastern Huskies
- ReboundsLuca Soroa Schaller9Northeastern Huskies
Recent form
Hofstra Pride
Last 10: 5-5Streak W175.4 scored · 72.6 allowed per game2-2 at home
- W73-57at Monmouth HawksJan 31
- L64-66vs Charleston CougarsJan 30
- L82-89at William & Mary TribeJan 24
- L78-79at North Carolina A&T AggiesJan 23
- L85-89vs Elon PhoenixJan 17
- L71-76at Stony Brook SeawolvesJan 16
- W67-64vs Monmouth HawksJan 10
- W78-67at Towson TigersJan 8
- W70-67at Drexel DragonsJan 3
- W86-72vs Campbell Fighting CamelsDec 30
Northeastern Huskies
Last 10: 2-8Streak L480.9 scored · 87.4 allowed per game1-4 away
- L84-89vs Charleston CougarsJan 31
- L78-83at Drexel DragonsJan 24
- L80-95vs Stony Brook SeawolvesJan 23
- L68-81at Monmouth HawksJan 19
- W85-78vs Elon PhoenixJan 16
- L78-87vs Towson TigersJan 10
- L78-87vs UNC Wilmington SeahawksJan 9
- L82-97at Campbell Fighting CamelsJan 3
- W85-74at North Carolina A&T AggiesDec 31
- L91-103at Elon PhoenixDec 30
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 | Northeastern Huskies | Hofstra Pride |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-51 | 30-63 |
| Field goal % | 45 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 8-22 | 8-23 |
| Three-point % | 36 | 35 |
| Free throws | 9-14 | 12-15 |
| Free throw % | 64 | 80 |
| Rebounds | 24 | 41 |
| Offensive rebounds | 3 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 27 |
| Assists | 16 | 18 |
| Steals | 5 | 5 |
| Blocks | 2 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 19 |
| Fast-break points | 9 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 22 | 38 |
| Fouls | 15 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 17 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 98 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half32-44Luca Soroa Schaller makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half33-44Luca Soroa Schaller makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half33-47Preston Edmead makes 24-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half36-47William Kermoury makes 26-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half37-47William Kermoury makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half37-49German Plotnikov makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half37-51German Plotnikov makes layup (Cruz Davis assists)
- 2nd Half39-51Youri Fritz makes layup (William Kermoury assists)
- 2nd Half39-53Cruz Davis makes 20-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half42-53Xavier Abreu makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot (Youri Fritz assists)
- 2nd Half42-55German Plotnikov makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half42-56Preston Edmead makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half42-57Preston Edmead makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-57Xavier Abreu makes 12-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half44-59German Plotnikov makes 1-foot dunk (Cruz Davis assists)
- 2nd Half46-59William Kermoury makes 16-foot pullup jump shot (JB Frankel assists)
- 2nd Half46-60Joshua DeCady makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-61Joshua DeCady makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half48-61Petar Pinter makes layup (Xavier Abreu assists)
- 2nd Half48-64Preston Edmead makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half49-64JB Frankel makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half50-64JB Frankel makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-66Biggie Patterson makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Cruz Davis assists)
- 2nd Half51-66Xavier Abreu makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-66Xavier Abreu makes 23-foot three point jumper (Ryan Williams assists)
- 2nd Half54-68Silas Sunday makes 1-foot dunk (Cruz Davis assists)
- 2nd Half56-68Xavier Abreu makes driving layup (William Kermoury assists)
- 2nd Half57-68Xavier Abreu makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half57-70Victory Onuetu makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Preston Edmead assists)
- 2nd Half58-70William Kermoury makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-72Cruz Davis makes layup
- 2nd Half59-72Ty Francis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-73Cruz Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-74Cruz Davis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-74Xavier Abreu makes layup (Mike Loughnane assists)
- 2nd Half61-76Cruz Davis makes 12-foot floating jump shot (Victory Onuetu assists)
- 2nd Half61-77Joshua DeCady makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-78Cruz Davis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-78JB Frankel makes 20-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half63-80Jaeden Roberts makes 1-foot dunk (German Plotnikov assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Hofstra Pride, below favours Northeastern Huskies.
Venue
- David S. Mack Sports and Exhibition ComplexHempstead, NY
- Attendance1773
- OfficialsJeff Clark, Brian O'Connell, Ed Corliss
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