Longwood Lancers Defeat Presbyterian Blue Hose 77-70
Saturday, January 10, 2026, 3:00 PM ET · Joan Perry Brock Center
Longwood Lancers 77, Presbyterian Blue Hose 70, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Presbyterian Blue Hose vs Longwood Lancers?
Longwood Lancers beat Presbyterian Blue Hose 77-70 at Joan Perry Brock Center on January 10, 2026.
Who was favored in Presbyterian Blue Hose vs Longwood Lancers?
Longwood Lancers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -162 (about 62% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Longwood Lancers emerged victorious against the Presbyterian Blue Hose with a final score of 77-70 at the Joan Perry Brock Center. This game was particularly noteworthy as it marked the first victory for Longwood against Presbyterian in three meetings, having lost their previous two encounters in the 2025 season. Longwood's home record improved to 11-9, while Presbyterian fell to 8-11 on the season.
Both teams entered the game with similar records, Longwood at 10-9 and Presbyterian at 8-10. The Lancers had a recent form of 5-5 in their last ten games, but they were on a two-game losing streak prior to this match. Their scoring average over the last ten games was 77.1 points per game, while they allowed an average of 72.2 points. In contrast, Presbyterian also had a record of 5-5 in their last ten, but they were coming off a loss, having scored an average of 71.6 points and allowed 69.4 points.
At home, Longwood had a record of 3-1 in their last four games, while Presbyterian struggled on the road with a 1-5 away record. The Lancers had shown a slight edge in scoring at home, averaging 75.2 points and allowing 68.6 points in their last five games. Meanwhile, Presbyterian averaged 74.4 points but allowed 76.4 points in their last five outings.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide any specific details about player availability for either team, which could have impacted the game dynamics. However, both teams fielded their regular lineups, leading to a competitive atmosphere.
The betting odds from DraftKings indicated Longwood as the favorites with a spread of -3.5, a moneyline of -162.0 for Longwood and 136.0 for Presbyterian. The total points line was set at 139.5, with over odds at -112.0 and under odds at -108.0. This pricing reflected the expectations for a close game, which ultimately played out as anticipated.
The conditions during the game were conducive to a high-paced contest, with both teams showcasing their offensive capabilities. Longwood capitalized on their home court advantage, which was evident in their ability to maintain a lead in the second half. Key scoring plays included a layup by Jonah Pierce assisted by Josh Pickett, which brought the score to 72-64 in favor of Longwood. The Lancers continued to extend their lead with free throws from Emanuel Richards, who made both attempts to secure a 77-70 lead late in the game.
Fans watching the game were treated to a display of resilience from both teams, with Longwood managing to fend off Presbyterian's attempts to close the gap. The Lancers' ability to execute crucial plays in the final moments of the game was a decisive factor in their victory. Overall, this matchup highlighted the competitive nature of the NCAAB season, with both teams striving to improve their standings as they move forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LONG -3.5 | 139.5 o -112 / u -108 | Presbyterian Blue Hose +136 · Longwood Lancers -162 |
Leaders
- PointsElijah Tucker17Longwood Lancers
- AssistsJacoi Hutchinson5Longwood Lancers
- ReboundsElijah Tucker10Longwood Lancers
- PointsJaylen Peterson21Presbyterian Blue Hose
- AssistsJosh Pickett6Presbyterian Blue Hose
- ReboundsJonah Pierce10Presbyterian Blue Hose
Recent form
Longwood Lancers
Last 10: 5-5Streak L277.1 scored · 72.2 allowed per game3-1 at home
- L61-72at UNC Asheville BulldogsJan 7
- L67-80at High Point PanthersJan 3
- W82-70vs Winthrop EaglesDec 31
- W92-49vs Averett CougarsDec 28
- W74-72at North Carolina Central EaglesDec 20
- L68-71at Wake Forest Demon DeaconsDec 18
- L76-81vs Delaware State HornetsDec 13
- W84-80at Morgan State BearsDec 6
- W101-55vs Pfeiffer FalconsDec 4
- L66-92at American University EaglesNov 30
Presbyterian Blue Hose
Last 10: 5-5Streak L171.6 scored · 69.4 allowed per game1-5 away
- 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
- W80-72vs Morehead State EaglesDec 6
- L56-63at Wofford TerriersDec 4
- W69-41at The Citadel BulldogsNov 30
- W93-50vs Columbia International RamsNov 26
- L46-86at UCLA BruinsNov 22
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 | Longwood Lancers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-50 | 28-58 |
| Field goal % | 52 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 8-21 | 9-19 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 47 |
| Free throws | 10-16 | 12-14 |
| Free throw % | 63 | 86 |
| Rebounds | 26 | 34 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 19 | 22 |
| Assists | 11 | 17 |
| Steals | 4 | 10 |
| Blocks | 3 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 15 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 0 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 32 |
| Fouls | 13 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 1 | 16 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 1 | 97 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half30-45Elijah Tucker makes 15-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half33-45Iverson King makes 29-foot three point jumper (Carl Parrish assists)
- 2nd Half35-45Jonah Pierce makes layup
- 2nd Half36-45Jaylen Peterson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half36-48Redd Thompson Jr. makes 32-foot three point jumper (Jaylin Payne assists)
- 2nd Half38-48Jaylen Peterson makes layup
- 2nd Half38-50Johan Nziemi makes layup
- 2nd Half38-51Johan Nziemi makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half40-51Chidi Chiakwelu makes driving layup
- 2nd Half40-52Johan Nziemi makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half40-53Johan Nziemi makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half40-54Alphonzo Billups III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half40-55Alphonzo Billups III makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-55Carl Parrish makes 28-foot three point jumper (Josh Pickett assists)
- 2nd Half43-58Alphonzo Billups III makes 29-foot three point jumper (Jacoi Hutchinson assists)
- 2nd Half46-58Iverson King makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jonah Pierce assists)
- 2nd Half46-60Elijah Jones makes driving layup (Jacoi Hutchinson assists)
- 2nd Half48-60Josh Pickett makes 15-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half50-60Jaylen Peterson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-62Elijah Tucker makes layup
- 2nd Half51-62Jaylen Peterson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-64Elijah Tucker makes 11-foot pullup jump shot (Jacoi Hutchinson assists)
- 2nd Half54-64Iverson King makes 23-foot three point jumper (Josh Pickett assists)
- 2nd Half54-67Jaylen Benard makes 26-foot three point jumper (Redd Thompson Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half55-67Triston Wilson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-67Triston Wilson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-69Elijah Jones makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half56-72Jaylen Benard makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jacoi Hutchinson assists)
- 2nd Half59-72Josh Pickett makes 29-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half60-72Jaylen Peterson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-72Jaylen Peterson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-72Jaylen Peterson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-72Jonah Pierce makes layup (Josh Pickett assists)
- 2nd Half64-73Elijah Tucker makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-73Jaylen Peterson makes layup
- 2nd Half66-75Jacoi Hutchinson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half68-75Jaylen Peterson makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half70-75Jonah Pierce makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half70-76Emanuel Richards makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-77Emanuel Richards makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Longwood Lancers, below favours Presbyterian Blue Hose.
Venue
- Joan Perry Brock CenterFarmville, VA
- Attendance1448
- OfficialsEddie Shannon, Garrett Nestor, Justin McKie
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