High Point Panthers Edge Presbyterian Blue Hose 84-81
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 9:00 PM ET · Qubein Center
High Point Panthers 84, Presbyterian Blue Hose 81, 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 Presbyterian Blue Hose vs High Point Panthers?
High Point Panthers beat Presbyterian Blue Hose 84-81 at Qubein Center on January 29, 2026.
Who was favored in Presbyterian Blue Hose vs High Point Panthers?
High Point Panthers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1600 (about 94% implied). The favorite won.
In a thrilling matchup at the Qubein Center, the High Point Panthers narrowly defeated the Presbyterian Blue Hose with a final score of 84-81. This game showcased the Panthers' strong home record, which now stands at 20-4, while Presbyterian falls to 11-13 on the season. The contest was notable not only for its close scoreline but also for the intense back-and-forth action that characterized the second half.
High Point entered the game with a solid recent form, boasting a record of 9-1 in their last ten games, including a two-game winning streak. They averaged an impressive 91.2 points scored per game while allowing 69.4 points during this stretch. Their last five games saw them score an average of 89.0 points, indicating a potent offensive capability. At home, the Panthers have been particularly strong, maintaining a perfect home record of 7-0 this season.
On the other hand, Presbyterian's recent form has been more mixed, with a record of 5-5 over their last ten games and a current losing streak of one game. The Blue Hose have averaged 76.4 points scored per game while allowing 74.9 points. In their last five games, they scored an average of 78.4 points, which reflects a slightly less potent offense compared to their opponents. Their away record now stands at 1-5, highlighting their struggles on the road.
This matchup was the third meeting between the two teams, with High Point having won the previous two encounters earlier in the 2025 season. In those games, High Point secured victories of 84-72 and 77-66, further establishing their dominance in this rivalry.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details on player availability for either team, but such factors can often play a significant role in the outcome of games. The conditions for the game were not detailed in the block, leaving fans to speculate on how factors like crowd support and venue atmosphere may have influenced the play.
Betting lines from DraftKings indicated High Point as the favorites, with a spread of -14.5 and a moneyline of -1600. Presbyterian was listed with a moneyline of 900, reflecting the odds against them in this matchup. The total points line was set at 149.5, suggesting expectations for a high-scoring game, which ultimately played out as both teams showcased their offensive talents.
As the game unfolded, High Point managed to maintain a slight lead throughout the second half, with key plays from players like Triston Wilson and Conrad Martinez. Wilson's layups and Martinez's free throws were crucial in the final moments, helping the Panthers secure their victory. The final scoring plays highlighted the tension as Presbyterian attempted to close the gap, but High Point's ability to respond effectively kept them ahead.
Overall, this game was a testament to High Point's strength at home and their ability to perform under pressure, while Presbyterian will need to regroup as they continue their season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | HPU -14.5 | 149.5 o -110 / u -110 | Presbyterian Blue Hose +900 · High Point Panthers -1600 |
Leaders
- PointsRob Martin21High Point Panthers
- AssistsConrad Martinez4High Point Panthers
- ReboundsOwen Aquino7High Point Panthers
- PointsJonah Pierce25Presbyterian Blue Hose
- AssistsTriston Wilson5Presbyterian Blue Hose
- ReboundsJonah Pierce10Presbyterian Blue Hose
Recent form
High Point Panthers
Last 10: 9-1Streak W291.2 scored · 69.4 allowed per game6-0 at home
- W93-83at Radford HighlandersJan 24
- W89-69vs South Carolina Upstate SpartansJan 18
- L75-92at Winthrop EaglesJan 14
- W84-82at Charleston Southern BuccaneersJan 10
- W104-49vs Gardner-Webb Runnin' BulldogsJan 8
- W80-67vs Longwood LancersJan 3
- W87-69at UNC Asheville BulldogsDec 31
- W123-64vs Pfeiffer FalconsDec 28
- W93-47vs Bryant BulldogsDec 23
- W84-72vs La Salle ExplorersDec 20
Presbyterian Blue Hose
Last 10: 5-5Streak L176.4 scored · 74.9 allowed per game1-4 away
- L72-82vs Winthrop EaglesJan 24
- W87-83vs Charleston Southern BuccaneersJan 22
- W92-55at Gardner-Webb Runnin' BulldogsJan 17
- W71-70vs UNC Asheville BulldogsJan 15
- L70-77at Longwood LancersJan 10
- L61-80at Radford HighlandersJan 8
- W86-77vs South Carolina Upstate SpartansJan 3
- W91-64vs Truett McConnell BearsDec 28
- L81-87at Manhattan JaspersDec 21
- L53-74at East Carolina PiratesDec 18
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Point | 31-5 | - | 15-1 |
| Winthrop | 23-11 | 2 | 13-3 |
| Radford | 16-16 | 6 | 9-7 |
| Longwood | 16-16 | 7 | 8-8 |
| UNC Asheville | 15-17 | 7 | 8-8 |
| Presbyterian | 15-18 | 8 | 7-9 |
| Charleston Southern | 15-17 | 9 | 6-10 |
| South Carolina Upstate | 13-19 | 10 | 5-11 |
| Gardner-Webb | 4-29 | 14 | 1-15 |
Box score
| Stat | Presbyterian Blue Hose | High Point Panthers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-52 | 28-67 |
| Field goal % | 54 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 6-12 | 6-26 |
| Three-point % | 50 | 23 |
| Free throws | 19-24 | 22-28 |
| Free throw % | 79 | 79 |
| Rebounds | 37 | 32 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 15 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 17 |
| Assists | 13 | 13 |
| Steals | 2 | 11 |
| Blocks | 7 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 4 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 2 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 13 | 18 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 40 |
| Fouls | 22 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 9 |
| Lead changes | 14 | 14 |
| Time in front | 21 | 66 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half51-56Cam'Ron Fletcher makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half51-57Cam'Ron Fletcher makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half53-57Chidi Chiakwelu makes layup
- 2nd Half53-59Rob Martin makes 11-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half55-59Jonah Pierce makes layup
- 2nd Half56-59Jonah Pierce makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-59Jonah Pierce makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-62Terry Anderson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Rob Martin assists)
- 2nd Half59-62Jonah Pierce makes layup
- 2nd Half59-63Rob Martin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-66Rob Martin makes 23-foot three point jumper (Scotty Washington assists)
- 2nd Half59-67Rob Martin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-68Rob Martin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-68Jonah Pierce makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-68Jonah Pierce makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-70Terry Anderson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half63-70Jonah Pierce makes layup (Triston Wilson assists)
- 2nd Half64-70Jonah Pierce makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-70Triston Wilson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-70Triston Wilson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-71Rob Martin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-72Rob Martin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-72Jonah Pierce makes layup (Josh Pickett assists)
- 2nd Half68-73Owen Aquino makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-73Jonah Pierce makes 7-foot turnaround jump shot (Josh Pickett assists)
- 2nd Half70-75Braden Hausen makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half70-76Braden Hausen makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half70-77Conrad Martinez makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-78Conrad Martinez makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-78Carl Parrish makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half73-79Owen Aquino makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-80Owen Aquino makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-80Triston Wilson makes layup (Carl Parrish assists)
- 2nd Half77-80Triston Wilson makes layup (Carl Parrish assists)
- 2nd Half77-81Conrad Martinez makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-82Conrad Martinez makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-82Khalon Hudson makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half79-83Rob Martin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-84Rob Martin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half81-84Carl Parrish makes 8-foot floating jump shot
Win probability
Above the line favours High Point Panthers, below favours Presbyterian Blue Hose.
Venue
- Qubein CenterHigh Point, NC
- Attendance5245
- OfficialsJerry Heater, J.W. Lucas, Anthony Eades
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