Queens University Tops North Florida in Close Contest
Saturday, January 10, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · UNF Arena
Queens University Royals 89, North Florida Ospreys 82, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Queens University Royals vs North Florida Ospreys?
Queens University Royals beat North Florida Ospreys 89-82 at UNF Arena on January 10, 2026.
Who was favored in Queens University Royals vs North Florida Ospreys?
Queens University Royals were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -850 (about 89% implied). The favorite won.
In an exciting matchup at the UNF Arena, the Queens University Royals edged out the North Florida Ospreys with a final score of 89-82. This victory marks a continuation of Queens' positive momentum, as they have now won three consecutive games, improving their season record to 10-8. In contrast, North Florida remains mired in a difficult stretch, having lost their last nine games, bringing their record to 2-16.
The Royals entered the game with a recent form of 5-5 over their last ten contests. They have averaged 84.1 points per game while allowing 87.7 points during that span. Their most recent victory came against the Jacksonville Dolphins, where they won decisively with a score of 77-51. In contrast, the Ospreys have struggled significantly, averaging 76.2 points scored while allowing a staggering 90.9 points against during their last ten games. Their last outing resulted in a loss to the West Georgia Wolves, where they fell 73-85.
At home, North Florida has a record of 1-3, while their away performance has been even less favorable, with an 0-6 record. Conversely, the Royals have been strong at home with a record of 4-0, but their away record has been less impressive at 1-5. This game was crucial for both teams, with North Florida desperately seeking to break their losing streak and Queens looking to maintain their winning form.
In terms of previous meetings, the two teams faced off earlier in the 2025 season, where North Florida managed to secure a victory with a score of 90-81. However, this time around, the Royals demonstrated their improvement and resilience, ultimately taking the win.
Injury concerns were not highlighted in the provided information, so both teams seemed to be at full strength for this contest. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, favored Queens University with a spread of 11.5 points and a money line of -850, while North Florida was listed at +575. The total points for the game were set at 173.5, indicating expectations for a high-scoring affair, which indeed played out as both teams combined for 171 points.
The game conditions were not detailed in the block, but the atmosphere in the UNF Arena was likely charged, given the stakes for both teams. Viewers were treated to a competitive game, with key moments highlighted by scoring plays from both sides. Notable plays included a layup by Yoav Berman and a three-point jumper from Kamrin Oriol, which helped extend Queens' lead in the second half.
Overall, this matchup showcased the contrasting trajectories of both teams, with Queens University solidifying their recent success while North Florida continues to search for answers amidst a challenging season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | QUC -11.5 | 173.5 o -112 / u -108 | Queens University Royals -850 · North Florida Ospreys +575 |
Leaders
- PointsKamrin Oriol29North Florida Ospreys
- AssistsDalton Gayman5North Florida Ospreys
- ReboundsMason Lee8North Florida Ospreys
- PointsAvantae Parker17Queens University Royals
- AssistsJordan Watford6Queens University Royals
- ReboundsAvantae Parker12Queens University Royals
Recent form
North Florida Ospreys
Last 10: 1-9Streak L976.2 scored · 90.9 allowed per game1-3 at home
- L73-85vs West Georgia WolvesJan 9
- L74-82at Lipscomb BisonsJan 3
- L83-102at Austin Peay GovernorsJan 2
- L82-90vs Columbia LionsDec 28
- L67-105at Miami HurricanesDec 21
- L90-113at Charleston Southern BuccaneersDec 18
- L61-84at Dayton FlyersDec 14
- L58-109at Gonzaga BulldogsDec 8
- L63-72vs SIU Edwardsville CougarsDec 3
- W111-67vs Trinity College of Jacksonville EaglesNov 29
Queens University Royals
Last 10: 5-5Streak W384.1 scored · 87.7 allowed per game1-5 away
- W77-51at Jacksonville DolphinsJan 9
- W98-76vs Bellarmine KnightsJan 3
- W91-89vs Eastern Kentucky ColonelsJan 2
- L65-106at Auburn TigersDec 30
- L80-108at Arkansas RazorbacksDec 17
- L73-111at Wake Forest Demon DeaconsDec 14
- W102-78vs South Carolina State BulldogsDec 13
- W107-74vs Gardner-Webb Runnin' BulldogsDec 4
- L69-94at Virginia CavaliersNov 28
- L79-90at Furman PaladinsNov 23
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Peay | 22-9 | +1 | 15-3 |
| Central Arkansas | 22-12 | +1 | 15-3 |
| Queens University | 21-14 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Lipscomb | 19-13 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Florida Gulf Coast | 16-18 | 7 | 8-10 |
| West Georgia | 15-17 | 6 | 8-10 |
| Bellarmine | 13-19 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Jacksonville | 12-20 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Stetson | 12-21 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Eastern Kentucky | 11-21 | 7 | 7-11 |
| North Florida | 7-25 | 10 | 5-13 |
| North Alabama | 9-21 | 10 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Queens University Royals | North Florida Ospreys |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-65 | 31-67 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 11-34 | 10-32 |
| Three-point % | 32 | 31 |
| Free throws | 18-24 | 10-12 |
| Free throw % | 75 | 83 |
| Rebounds | 41 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 23 |
| Assists | 14 | 19 |
| Steals | 6 | 5 |
| Blocks | 2 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 12 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 34 |
| Fouls | 13 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 10 | 8 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 66 | 27 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half52-48Trey Cady makes 14-foot jumper (Dalton Gayman assists)
- 2nd Half54-48Nasir Mann makes layup
- 2nd Half55-48Nasir Mann makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half55-50Trey Cady makes layup (BJ Plummer assists)
- 2nd Half56-50Nasir Mann makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-51Kamrin Oriol makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-52Kamrin Oriol makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-52Carson Schwieger makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half61-52Kam Clark makes layup
- 2nd Half61-54Nestor Dyachok makes layup (Kamrin Oriol assists)
- 2nd Half63-54Jordan Watford makes layup
- 2nd Half64-54Gus Larson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-56Kamrin Oriol makes layup
- 2nd Half66-56Nasir Mann makes layup
- 2nd Half66-59Kamrin Oriol makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half66-61Mason Lee makes layup (Dalton Gayman assists)
- 2nd Half68-61Jordan Watford makes layup
- 2nd Half68-63Kamrin Oriol makes 18-foot jumper
- 2nd Half69-63Nasir Mann makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-63Nasir Mann makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-66Kamrin Oriol makes 27-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half70-68Dalton Gayman makes layup (Kamrin Oriol assists)
- 2nd Half71-68Yoav Berman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-68Yoav Berman makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-68Carson Schwieger makes 25-foot three point jumper (Yoav Berman assists)
- 2nd Half75-69Mason Lee makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-70Mason Lee makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-70Nasir Mann makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jordan Watford assists)
- 2nd Half78-73Kent Jackson makes 27-foot three point jumper (Mason Lee assists)
- 2nd Half80-73Jordan Watford makes layup
- 2nd Half80-76BJ Plummer makes 25-foot three point jumper (Mason Lee assists)
- 2nd Half83-76Chris Ashby makes 24-foot three point jumper (Yoav Berman assists)
- 2nd Half85-76Yoav Berman makes layup
- 2nd Half85-79Kamrin Oriol makes 23-foot three point jumper (Mason Lee assists)
- 2nd Half86-79Yoav Berman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half87-79Chris Ashby makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half88-79Chris Ashby makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half88-80Dalton Gayman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half89-80Jordan Watford makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half89-82Kent Jackson makes layup
Win probability
Above the line favours North Florida Ospreys, below favours Queens University Royals.
Venue
- UNF ArenaJacksonville, FL
- Attendance1280
- OfficialsMarcus Gossard, John Atanassov, Felix Fuerte
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