NCAAB · Final

Mastodons Edge Colonials in Close Contest

Sunday, January 11, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · UPMC Events Center

Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons 79, Robert Morris Colonials 74, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons vs Robert Morris Colonials?

Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons beat Robert Morris Colonials 79-74 at UPMC Events Center on January 11, 2026.

Who was favored in Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons vs Robert Morris Colonials?

Robert Morris Colonials were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -192 (about 66% implied). The underdog won.

In a tightly contested game, the Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons defeated the Robert Morris Colonials 79-74 at the UPMC Events Center. This matchup was significant as both teams entered with nearly identical records, with the Colonials at 11-7 and the Mastodons at 11-8. The game showcased the competitive nature of the NCAAB, highlighting the importance of this fixture in the context of their respective seasons.

Both teams have shown resilience in their recent performances. The Colonials had a record of 7-3 in their last 10 games, although they were on a one-game losing streak at the time of this matchup. They averaged 76.2 points scored and allowed 73.7 points during this stretch. Their last five games reflected a scoring average of 78.8, but they also allowed an average of 79.8 points, indicating defensive vulnerabilities. In contrast, the Mastodons also posted a 7-3 record in their last 10 games, but they were riding a two-game winning streak. They averaged 75.0 points scored and allowed 73.7 points, with their last five games showing a scoring average of 65.2 and an average of 71.6 points allowed.

When considering home and away performances, the Colonials had a home record of 4-1, while the Mastodons had a 5-1 record at home and a 2-2 record away. This game was crucial for both teams, as they aimed to improve their standings in the league.

Historically, the matchup between these two teams has been competitive, with a record of 1-1 in their previous meetings. In their last encounter on February 15, 2025, the Colonials emerged victorious with a score of 76-69, while the Mastodons had previously won 82-77 in December 2024.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the performance of key players often influences the outcome of such games. The odds from DraftKings reflected a competitive environment, with Robert Morris favored by 4.5 points, a total of 146.5 points set for the game, and moneyline odds of -192 for the home team and +160 for the away team. This indicates that the market viewed the Colonials as slight favorites, but the Mastodons' recent form may have influenced betting perceptions.

The game conditions were not detailed in the block, but typically, factors such as crowd support and venue familiarity can impact performance. As the game unfolded, viewers were treated to a series of scoring plays that defined the final moments. Notably, DeSean Goode contributed significantly to the Mastodons' victory, making crucial free throws and a layup that helped maintain their lead in the closing minutes. The Colonials fought hard, with Nikolaos Chitikoudis and others trying to close the gap, but ultimately fell short.

The final score of 79-74 in favor of Purdue Fort Wayne not only highlights the competitiveness of the matchup but also sets the stage for both teams as they move forward in the season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	RMU -4.5	146.5 o -108 / u -112	Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons +160 · Robert Morris Colonials -192

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Leaders

PointsRyan Prather Jr.20Robert Morris Colonials
AssistsAlbert Vargas9Robert Morris Colonials
ReboundsDeSean Goode8Robert Morris Colonials
PointsCorey Hadnot II17Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons
AssistsMikale Stevenson3Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons
ReboundsDarius Duffy6Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons

Recent form

Robert Morris Colonials

Last 10: 7-3Streak L176.2 scored · 73.7 allowed per game4-1 at home

L73-96at Oakland Golden GrizzliesJan 4
W85-77at Detroit Mercy TitansJan 3
L77-79vs Northern Kentucky NorseDec 30
W79-70at Saint Francis Red WolvesDec 20
W80-77vs Youngstown State PenguinsDec 18
W75-70vs Toledo RocketsDec 13
L72-74at Milwaukee PanthersDec 7
W80-78at Green Bay PhoenixDec 5
W80-62vs Stetson HattersNov 30
W61-54vs Southern Utah ThunderbirdsNov 28

Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons

Last 10: 7-3Streak W275 scored · 73.7 allowed per game2-2 away

W71-69at Youngstown State PenguinsJan 8
W74-71vs Cleveland State VikingsJan 4
L54-72vs Green Bay PhoenixJan 1
L55-77at Milwaukee PanthersDec 30
W72-69at Notre Dame Fighting IrishDec 21
W81-77vs Detroit Mercy TitansDec 14
W80-65vs Eastern Michigan EaglesDec 11
W79-77vs Northern Kentucky NorseDec 6
L92-101at Oakland Golden GrizzliesDec 4
W92-59vs Holy Cross (IN) SaintsNov 28

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Wright State	23-12	-	15-5
Robert Morris	22-11	2	13-7
Green Bay	18-15	3	12-8
Detroit Mercy	17-15	3	12-8
Oakland	16-16	3	12-8
Purdue Fort Wayne	17-15	4	11-9
Northern Kentucky	20-14	5	10-10
Youngstown State	15-17	7	8-12
Milwaukee	12-20	7	8-12
Cleveland State	11-22	9	6-14
IU Indianapolis	7-25	12	3-17

Box score

Stat	Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons	Robert Morris Colonials
Field goals	28-51	28-63
Field goal %	55	44
Three-pointers	11-24	11-30
Three-point %	46	37
Free throws	12-17	7-10
Free throw %	71	70
Rebounds	30	33
Offensive rebounds	7	14
Defensive rebounds	23	19
Assists	12	20
Steals	5	4
Blocks	4	0
Turnovers	12	11
Team turnovers	1	2
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	10	6
Fast-break points	6	6
Points in the paint	32	30
Fouls	13	15
Largest lead	14	3
Lead changes	5	5
Time in front	85	6

How the scoring went

1st Half40-35Mikale Stevenson makes free throw 2 of 2
1st Half40-37DeSean Goode makes driving layup
1st Half43-37Maximus Nelson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Mikale Stevenson assists)
2nd Half45-37Corey Hadnot II makes 15-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half45-40Ryan Prather Jr. makes 24-foot three point jumper (Albert Vargas assists)
2nd Half45-42Ryan Prather Jr. makes 11-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half45-44DeSean Goode makes layup (Albert Vargas assists)
2nd Half45-46Samuel Obenjo makes layup (Darius Livingston assists)
2nd Half47-46Corey Hadnot II makes 9-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half50-46Chris Morgan makes 24-foot three point jumper (Mikale Stevenson assists)
2nd Half50-48Nikolaos Chitikoudis makes layup
2nd Half51-48Mikale Stevenson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half52-48Mikale Stevenson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half53-48Mikale Stevenson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half54-48DeAndre Craig Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half54-51Ryan Prather Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Nikolaos Chitikoudis assists)
2nd Half56-51DeAndre Craig Jr. makes driving layup
2nd Half58-51Yuval Levin makes layup (EJ Mosley assists)
2nd Half60-51EJ Mosley makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half63-51DeAndre Craig Jr. makes 24-foot three point jumper
2nd Half63-53Ryan Prather Jr. makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half65-53Corey Hadnot II makes 13-foot step back jumpshot
2nd Half67-53Darius Duffy makes 6-foot dunk (Mikale Stevenson assists)
2nd Half67-55DeSean Goode makes layup (Albert Vargas assists)
2nd Half69-55Chris Morgan makes 13-foot step back jumpshot
2nd Half69-58Albert Vargas makes 23-foot three point jumper (Ryan Prather Jr. assists)
2nd Half69-60DeSean Goode makes layup (Albert Vargas assists)
2nd Half69-62Samuel Obenjo makes layup (Albert Vargas assists)
2nd Half71-62Darius Duffy makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half71-65Darius Livingston makes 25-foot three point jumper (DeSean Goode assists)
2nd Half71-68Ryan Prather Jr. makes 22-foot three point jumper (Darius Livingston assists)
2nd Half73-68DeAndre Craig Jr. makes driving layup
2nd Half73-69DeSean Goode makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half73-70DeSean Goode makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half75-70Corey Hadnot II makes 16-foot step back jumpshot
2nd Half75-72DeSean Goode makes layup (Darius Livingston assists)
2nd Half77-72Mikale Stevenson makes layup
2nd Half77-74Nikolaos Chitikoudis makes layup (Albert Vargas assists)
2nd Half78-74DeAndre Craig Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half79-74DeAndre Craig Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2

Win probability

Above the line favours Robert Morris Colonials, below favours Purdue Fort Wayne Mastodons.