NCAAB · Final

UConn Tops Providence in Close Contest

Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 7:30 PM ET · Gampel Pavilion

UConn Huskies 87, Providence Friars 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 Providence Friars vs UConn Huskies?

UConn Huskies beat Providence Friars 87-81 at Gampel Pavilion on January 27, 2026.

Who was favored in Providence Friars vs UConn Huskies?

UConn Huskies were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1800 (about 95% implied). The favorite won.

In a thrilling matchup at Gampel Pavilion, the UConn Huskies secured a hard-fought victory over the Providence Friars, finishing the game with a score of 87-81. This win extends UConn's impressive home record to 21-1 while Providence falls to 9-13 on the season. The game was marked by intense back-and-forth play, showcasing the competitive spirit of both teams.

UConn entered the game riding a ten-game winning streak, having gone 10-0 in their last ten outings. The Huskies averaged 76.8 points per game while allowing 65.2 during this stretch. Their last five games saw them maintain a strong performance, averaging 76.6 points scored and 70.2 points allowed. In contrast, Providence struggled recently, with a record of 3-7 over their last ten games, and they were on a two-game losing streak prior to this matchup. The Friars averaged 87.9 points scored but also allowed 89.7 points during that same stretch, indicating defensive vulnerabilities.

Historically, UConn has dominated this matchup, winning all three previous meetings this season and last, including a high-scoring affair earlier in January where they triumphed 103-98. The teams' recent encounters have been closely contested, with UConn managing to edge out Providence in both scoring and defensive play.

The game featured several notable scoring plays in the second half, including free throws from Jaylin Sellers and Solo Ball, which kept the game competitive. UConn's Silas Demary Jr. contributed significantly with crucial free throws late in the game, helping to secure the victory. The final moments saw Providence's Oswin Erhunmwunse score a dunk, but it was not enough to close the gap.

The betting market reflected UConn's dominance, with DraftKings setting the spread at -15.5 in favor of the Huskies, while the total was set at 152.5. UConn's moneyline was priced at -1800, indicating strong confidence in their ability to win, while Providence's moneyline was set at 1000.

The conditions in Gampel Pavilion were conducive to an exciting game, with a lively crowd supporting the home team. As the game unfolded, viewers were treated to a showcase of athleticism and skill from both sides, with UConn's ability to execute under pressure being a key factor in their victory.

Overall, this game highlighted UConn's strength at home and their ability to perform under pressure, while Providence will need to regroup and address their defensive issues as they move forward in the season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	CONN -15.5	152.5 o -105 / u -115	Providence Friars +1000 · UConn Huskies -1800

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Leaders

PointsTarris Reed Jr.19UConn Huskies
AssistsMalachi Smith7UConn Huskies
ReboundsAlex Karaban9UConn Huskies
PointsJamier Jones20Providence Friars
AssistsJamier Jones4Providence Friars
ReboundsOswin Erhunmwunse10Providence Friars

Recent form

UConn Huskies

Last 10: 10-0Streak W1076.8 scored · 65.2 allowed per game5-0 at home

W75-67vs Villanova WildcatsJan 24
W64-62at Georgetown HoyasJan 17
W69-64at Seton Hall PiratesJan 14
W72-60vs DePaul Blue DemonsJan 10
W103-98at Providence FriarsJan 8
W73-57vs Marquette Golden EaglesJan 4
W90-67at Xavier MusketeersDec 31
W72-54at DePaul Blue DemonsDec 21
W79-60vs Butler BulldogsDec 17
W71-63vs Texas LonghornsDec 13

Providence Friars

Last 10: 3-7Streak L287.9 scored · 89.7 allowed per game1-3 away

L78-81vs Georgetown HoyasJan 24
L104-105at Marquette Golden EaglesJan 19
W93-88vs Creighton BluejaysJan 16
L82-88vs Villanova WildcatsJan 13
L84-97at Xavier MusketeersJan 10
L98-103vs UConn HuskiesJan 8
W77-71at St. John's Red StormJan 3
L67-72vs Seton Hall PiratesDec 19
L110-113at Butler BulldogsDec 13
W86-79vs Brown BearsDec 10

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
St. John's	30-7	-	18-2
UConn	34-6	1	17-3
Villanova	24-9	3	15-5
Seton Hall	21-12	8	10-10
Creighton	16-18	9	9-11
DePaul	16-16	10	8-12
Butler	16-16	11	7-13
Providence	15-18	11	7-13
Marquette	12-20	11	7-13
Georgetown	16-18	12	6-14
Xavier	15-18	12	6-14

Box score

Stat	Providence Friars	UConn Huskies
Field goals	26-54	29-65
Field goal %	48	45
Three-pointers	5-14	11-24
Three-point %	36	46
Free throws	24-31	18-28
Free throw %	77	64
Rebounds	35	37
Offensive rebounds	9	15
Defensive rebounds	26	22
Assists	10	23
Steals	5	8
Blocks	6	9
Turnovers	11	10
Team turnovers	1	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	1	0
Points off turnovers	9	13
Fast-break points	12	10
Points in the paint	38	34
Fouls	24	20
Largest lead	5	10
Lead changes	4	4
Time in front	6	91

How the scoring went

2nd Half48-53Oswin Erhunmwunse makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half48-55Eric Reibe makes 4-foot dunk (Alex Karaban assists)
2nd Half51-55Jamier Jones makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
2nd Half51-58Malachi Smith makes 23-foot three point jumper (Alex Karaban assists)
2nd Half54-58Nilavan Daniels makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jaylin Sellers assists)
2nd Half54-61Malachi Smith makes 26-foot three point jumper (Alex Karaban assists)
2nd Half55-61Jaylin Sellers makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half56-61Jaylin Sellers makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half56-63Eric Reibe makes layup (Malachi Smith assists)
2nd Half59-63Nilavan Daniels makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jamier Jones assists)
2nd Half61-63Oswin Erhunmwunse makes 0-foot tip in dunk
2nd Half61-65Tarris Reed Jr. makes layup (Silas Demary Jr. assists)
2nd Half63-65Jamier Jones makes driving layup
2nd Half64-65Nilavan Daniels makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half64-67Solo Ball makes 18-foot jumper (Tarris Reed Jr. assists)
2nd Half65-67Jamier Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half66-67Jamier Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half66-69Alex Karaban makes 12-foot floating jump shot (Malachi Smith assists)
2nd Half66-72Solo Ball makes 24-foot three pointer
2nd Half66-74Tarris Reed Jr. makes layup
2nd Half68-74Jaylin Sellers makes layup
2nd Half69-74Jaylin Sellers makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half71-74Jamier Jones makes 6-foot dunk
2nd Half71-76Solo Ball makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half73-76Jamier Jones makes driving layup
2nd Half73-78Tarris Reed Jr. makes layup (Alex Karaban assists)
2nd Half73-79Tarris Reed Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half73-81Tarris Reed Jr. makes 3-foot dunk
2nd Half74-81Jaylin Sellers makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half75-81Jaylin Sellers makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half75-82Silas Demary Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half75-83Silas Demary Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half76-83Jaylin Sellers makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half77-83Jaylin Sellers makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half77-84Solo Ball makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half77-85Solo Ball makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half79-85Oswin Erhunmwunse makes layup (Jamier Jones assists)
2nd Half79-86Silas Demary Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half79-87Silas Demary Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half81-87Oswin Erhunmwunse makes 2-foot dunk (Jamier Jones assists)