William & Mary Triumphs Over Northeastern in Close Contest
Thursday, February 26, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Kaplan Arena
William & Mary Tribe 84, Northeastern Huskies 77, 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 William & Mary Tribe?
William & Mary Tribe beat Northeastern Huskies 84-77 at Kaplan Arena on February 26, 2026.
Who was favored in Northeastern Huskies vs William & Mary Tribe?
William & Mary Tribe were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -850 (about 89% implied). The favorite won.
In an engaging matchup at Kaplan Arena, the William & Mary Tribe secured a victory against the Northeastern Huskies with a final score of 84-77. This game was notable as it showcased the Tribe's ability to capitalize on their home advantage, improving their home record to 11-3 this season. The Tribe entered the game with a home record of 17-11, while the Huskies struggled with an away record of 6-21.
Both teams had contrasting recent forms leading up to this fixture. William & Mary had a record of 5-5 over their last ten games, but they were on a two-game losing streak prior to this win. In that span, they averaged 84.9 points scored per game while allowing 81.1 points. Their last five games saw them average 82.8 points scored and 77.4 points allowed. In contrast, Northeastern had a dismal record of 1-9 in their last ten games, suffering from a nine-game losing streak. They averaged 70.9 points scored while allowing 82.1 points, and their last five games were even more troubling, with an average of 62.8 points scored and 79.0 points allowed.
The previous meeting between these two teams occurred just two weeks prior, on February 13, 2026, where William & Mary dominated with a 94-67 victory over Northeastern. Historically, the teams have split their last two meetings, with each team winning one game. In their earlier encounter in the 2025 season, William & Mary lost a close match at home, 68-70.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details on player availability, but it is important to consider how injuries can impact team performance, especially for a struggling team like Northeastern.
The betting odds from DraftKings indicated that William & Mary was a strong favorite, listed at -11.5 on the spread, with a moneyline of -850. Northeastern was priced at +575 on the moneyline, reflecting their underdog status. The total points line was set at 164.5, suggesting expectations for a high-scoring game.
The conditions at Kaplan Arena were conducive to an exciting matchup, with both teams looking to establish their rhythm early. Fans witnessed a competitive game where scoring plays were pivotal in maintaining momentum. Key moments included Jo'el Emanuel making a free throw to bring the score to 79-71 in favor of William & Mary, and Chase Lowe sealing the game with a dunk that pushed the score to 84-77.
Viewers should have noted the Tribe's ability to respond under pressure, especially after a two-game losing streak. Their performance in the second half demonstrated resilience and a commitment to reclaiming their winning form. The Huskies, while struggling, showed flashes of potential, particularly through Mike Loughnane's driving layups that kept the game within reach.
Overall, this game highlighted the Tribe's home court advantage and their capacity to bounce back from recent struggles, while the Huskies continued to seek answers to their ongoing challenges.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | W&M -11.5 | 164.5 o -108 / u -112 | Northeastern Huskies +575 · William & Mary Tribe -850 |
Leaders
- PointsKilian Brockhoff21William & Mary Tribe
- AssistsTunde Vahlberg Fasasi5William & Mary Tribe
- ReboundsTunde Vahlberg Fasasi5William & Mary Tribe
- PointsRyan Williams29Northeastern Huskies
- AssistsMike Loughnane9Northeastern Huskies
- ReboundsYouri Fritz12Northeastern Huskies
Recent form
William & Mary Tribe
Last 10: 5-5Streak L284.9 scored · 81.1 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L83-84at Campbell Fighting CamelsFeb 20
- L78-81vs Elon PhoenixFeb 14
- W94-67at Northeastern HuskiesFeb 13
- L74-77at Hampton PiratesFeb 7
- W85-78at UNC Wilmington SeahawksFeb 6
- L96-104vs Campbell Fighting CamelsJan 31
- L76-79at Elon PhoenixJan 30
- W89-82vs Hofstra PrideJan 24
- W77-70vs UNC Wilmington SeahawksJan 23
- W97-89vs North Carolina A&T AggiesJan 16
Northeastern Huskies
Last 10: 1-9Streak L970.9 scored · 82.1 allowed per game0-4 away
- L68-82vs Hofstra PrideFeb 21
- L61-70vs Drexel DragonsFeb 20
- L67-94vs William & Mary TribeFeb 13
- L55-69at Stony Brook SeawolvesFeb 7
- L63-80at Hofstra PrideFeb 6
- 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
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 | William & Mary Tribe |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-60 | 25-55 |
| Field goal % | 50 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 11-29 | 2-18 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 11 |
| Free throws | 6-9 | 32-39 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 82 |
| Rebounds | 38 | 28 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 2 |
| Defensive rebounds | 32 | 26 |
| Assists | 17 | 20 |
| Steals | 4 | 14 |
| Blocks | 1 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 22 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 6 | 22 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 23 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 44 |
| Fouls | 28 | 13 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 12 |
| Lead changes | 8 | 8 |
| Time in front | 30 | 64 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half45-50Kilian Brockhoff makes layup (Chase Lowe assists)
- 2nd Half45-51Kilian Brockhoff makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half45-53Kyle Pulliam makes layup (Chase Lowe assists)
- 2nd Half48-53Ryan Williams makes 24-foot three point jumper (Mike Loughnane assists)
- 2nd Half51-53Ryan Williams makes 26-foot three point jumper (Mike Loughnane assists)
- 2nd Half51-55Reese Miller makes driving layup
- 2nd Half53-55Youri Fritz makes layup (Mike Loughnane assists)
- 2nd Half53-56Jo'el Emanuel makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-57Jo'el Emanuel makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-58Jo'el Emanuel makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-59Jo'el Emanuel makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-61Kilian Brockhoff makes 9-foot jumper (Reese Miller assists)
- 2nd Half53-62Kilian Brockhoff makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half53-63Tunde Vahlberg Fasasi makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-64Tunde Vahlberg Fasasi makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-64Ty Francis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half54-66Kyle Pulliam makes layup (Tunde Vahlberg Fasasi assists)
- 2nd Half56-66JB Frankel makes 11-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half56-68Kilian Brockhoff makes layup (Reese Miller assists)
- 2nd Half59-68Mike Loughnane makes 27-foot three point jumper (Ryan Williams assists)
- 2nd Half59-70Finn Lally makes layup (Tunde Vahlberg Fasasi assists)
- 2nd Half61-70Youri Fritz makes layup (Mike Loughnane assists)
- 2nd Half61-71Jo'el Emanuel makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-72Jo'el Emanuel makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-72Youri Fritz makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half63-74Kilian Brockhoff makes 7-foot dunk (Reese Miller assists)
- 2nd Half65-74Ryan Williams makes 11-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half68-74Ryan Williams makes 26-foot three point jumper (JB Frankel assists)
- 2nd Half68-75Kilian Brockhoff makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-76Kilian Brockhoff makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-76Ryan Williams makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half71-78Jo'el Emanuel makes layup (Tunde Vahlberg Fasasi assists)
- 2nd Half71-79Jo'el Emanuel makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half71-80Tunde Vahlberg Fasasi makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-81Tunde Vahlberg Fasasi makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-81Mike Loughnane makes driving layup
- 2nd Half75-81Mike Loughnane makes driving layup
- 2nd Half75-82Kyle Pulliam makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-82Ty Francis makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half77-84Chase Lowe makes 7-foot dunk
Win probability
Above the line favours William & Mary Tribe, below favours Northeastern Huskies.
Venue
- Kaplan ArenaWilliamsburg, VA
- Attendance4319
- OfficialsTim Clougherty, Roger Ayers, Tommy Morrissey
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