Monmouth Hawks Defeat Northeastern Huskies 81-68
Monday, January 19, 2026, 11:00 AM ET · OceanFirst Bank Center
Monmouth Hawks 81, Northeastern Huskies 68, 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 Northeastern Huskies vs Monmouth Hawks?
Monmouth Hawks beat Northeastern Huskies 81-68 at OceanFirst Bank Center on January 19, 2026.
Who was favored in Northeastern Huskies vs Monmouth Hawks?
Monmouth Hawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -192 (about 66% implied). The favorite won.
The Monmouth Hawks secured a decisive victory against the Northeastern Huskies with a final score of 81-68 at the OceanFirst Bank Center. This win marks an important moment for the Hawks, who have struggled recently, as they broke a two-game losing streak and improved their overall record to 10-10. The Hawks had previously lost to Drexel Dragons and Hofstra Pride, but their performance against the Huskies showcased their potential to bounce back in the season.
In contrast, the Northeastern Huskies, now at 6-13, have had a challenging season, with their recent form reflecting a record of 3-7 over their last ten games. They entered this matchup with a one-game winning streak after defeating Elon Phoenix 85-78 but have struggled to maintain consistency, as evidenced by their average of 79.1 points scored and 83.4 points allowed during that stretch.
Both teams have had contrasting performances at home and away. The Hawks have a home record of 4-6 in their last ten games, while the Huskies have struggled significantly on the road, holding a record of 1-5 in away games. The Hawks averaged 66.9 points scored and allowed 68.3 points in their last ten games, while the Huskies' scoring average was notably higher at 79.1, but they allowed 83.4 points, indicating defensive vulnerabilities.
The two teams had met previously in the 2025 season, where Monmouth also emerged victorious with a score of 78-73, giving them a 1-0 record in their head-to-head matchups. This history may have played a role in the Hawks' confidence heading into this game.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but both teams have had to navigate the challenges of player availability throughout the season. The absence of key players can often impact a team's performance, and this game was no exception.
From a betting perspective, DraftKings had Monmouth favored by 3.5 points, with a total set at 143.5. The odds indicated a strong belief in the Hawks' ability to perform at home, as reflected in their moneyline of -192, compared to the Huskies' +160.
The game conditions were favorable for a competitive matchup, and the atmosphere at the OceanFirst Bank Center contributed to the home team's energy. Fans witnessed a variety of scoring plays, including notable contributions from players like Jason Rivera-Torres and Xavier Abreu, who made key baskets in the second half to help solidify the Hawks' lead.
Overall, the Hawks' victory over the Huskies highlights their capacity to overcome recent struggles and sets a positive tone as they move forward in the season. With the performance of both teams contrasting sharply, it will be interesting to see how they adjust in their upcoming games.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MONM -3.5 | 143.5 o -115 / u -105 | Northeastern Huskies +160 · Monmouth Hawks -192 |
Leaders
- PointsJustin Ray27Monmouth Hawks
- AssistsJack Collins10Monmouth Hawks
- ReboundsJason Rivera-Torres11Monmouth Hawks
- PointsMike Loughnane15Northeastern Huskies
- AssistsMike Loughnane2Northeastern Huskies
- ReboundsMike Loughnane7Northeastern Huskies
Recent form
Monmouth Hawks
Last 10: 4-6Streak L266.9 scored · 68.3 allowed per game3-3 at home
- L51-73vs Drexel DragonsJan 16
- L64-67at Hofstra PrideJan 10
- W81-70vs William & Mary TribeJan 9
- W62-48at Towson TigersJan 3
- L65-68vs Campbell Fighting CamelsDec 31
- W76-62vs Lehigh Mountain HawksDec 21
- L75-85vs Quinnipiac BobcatsDec 18
- L65-73at Fairfield StagsDec 14
- L67-79at Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsDec 6
- W63-58vs Princeton TigersDec 4
Northeastern Huskies
Last 10: 3-7Streak W179.1 scored · 83.4 allowed per game1-5 away
- 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
- L77-85at Rhode Island RamsDec 23
- L83-91at Syracuse OrangeDec 20
- W73-56vs Central Connecticut Blue DevilsDec 7
- L59-76at Holy Cross CrusadersDec 3
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 | Monmouth Hawks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-62 | 32-69 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 4-24 | 10-27 |
| Three-point % | 17 | 37 |
| Free throws | 10-14 | 7-12 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 58 |
| Rebounds | 40 | 38 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 14 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 24 |
| Assists | 8 | 21 |
| Steals | 8 | 9 |
| Blocks | 2 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 18 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 18 | 24 |
| Fast-break points | 12 | 15 |
| Points in the paint | 44 | 44 |
| Fouls | 15 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 12 | 19 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 49 | 44 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half38-30Stefanos Spartalis makes layup (Jason Rivera-Torres assists)
- 2nd Half39-30JB Frankel makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-33Jason Rivera-Torres makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half41-33Mike Loughnane makes driving layup
- 2nd Half41-36Justin Ray makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jack Collins assists)
- 2nd Half41-39Justin Ray makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jack Collins assists)
- 2nd Half41-40Cornelius Robinson III makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half41-43Justin Ray makes 29-foot three point jumper (Jack Collins assists)
- 2nd Half43-43William Kermoury makes 5-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half43-46Justin Ray makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jack Collins assists)
- 2nd Half45-46Xavier Abreu makes layup
- 2nd Half45-49Justin Ray makes 27-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half47-49William Kermoury makes 21-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half47-51Dok Muordar makes 5-foot jumper (Jason Rivera-Torres assists)
- 2nd Half49-51Liam Koelsch makes 2-foot dunk (Xavier Abreu assists)
- 2nd Half49-53Dok Muordar makes layup
- 2nd Half51-53Mike Loughnane makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half51-56Justin Ray makes 23-foot three point jumper (Corey Miller assists)
- 2nd Half51-58Jason Rivera-Torres makes layup
- 2nd Half53-58Mike Loughnane makes 7-foot jumper
- 2nd Half53-61Corey Miller makes 25-foot three point jumper (Justin Ray assists)
- 2nd Half53-62Justin Ray makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-63Justin Ray makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-66Justin Ray makes 31-foot three point jumper (Andrew Ball assists)
- 2nd Half53-68Jason Rivera-Torres makes 6-foot jumper
- 2nd Half53-70Jason Rivera-Torres makes 4-foot dunk (Justin Ray assists)
- 2nd Half55-70Luca Soroa Schaller makes 4-foot dunk
- 2nd Half55-72Justin Ray makes layup
- 2nd Half56-72Mike Loughnane makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-73Cornelius Robinson III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-73William Kermoury makes driving layup
- 2nd Half58-75Cornelius Robinson III makes layup (Jack Collins assists)
- 2nd Half58-77Jason Rivera-Torres makes 9-foot jumper
- 2nd Half60-77Xavier Abreu makes layup
- 2nd Half60-79Justin Ray makes layup (Jack Collins assists)
- 2nd Half62-79Xavier Abreu makes 4-foot jumper
- 2nd Half62-81Jason Rivera-Torres makes layup (Justin Ray assists)
- 2nd Half64-81JB Frankel makes driving layup
- 2nd Half66-81Ryan Williams makes driving layup
- 2nd Half68-81Luca Soroa Schaller makes driving layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Monmouth Hawks, below favours Northeastern Huskies.
Venue
- OceanFirst Bank CenterWest Long Branch, NJ
- Attendance2313
- OfficialsJeff Clark, Robert Riley, Mikerlange Fleury
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