NCAAB · Final

Manhattan Edges Quinnipiac in Thrilling Finish

Friday, January 2, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Draddy Gymnasium

Manhattan Jaspers 80, Quinnipiac Bobcats 79, 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 Quinnipiac Bobcats vs Manhattan Jaspers?

Manhattan Jaspers beat Quinnipiac Bobcats 80-79 at Draddy Gymnasium on January 2, 2026.

Who was favored in Quinnipiac Bobcats vs Manhattan Jaspers?

Quinnipiac Bobcats were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -305 (about 75% implied). The underdog won.

In a closely contested matchup, the Manhattan Jaspers triumphed over the Quinnipiac Bobcats with a final score of 80-79 at Draddy Gymnasium. This game was particularly notable as it marked Manhattan's first victory against Quinnipiac, having lost their previous meeting earlier in the season by a score of 71-74. The Jaspers improved their record to 8-8, while the Bobcats fell to 10-6.

Manhattan entered the game with a home record of 7-8 and had been 4-6 in their last ten games, riding a two-game winning streak. Their recent form showed an average of 74.7 points scored and 82.1 points allowed over the last ten games. In contrast, Quinnipiac had a stronger away record of 10-5 and was 8-2 in their last ten games, averaging 81.3 points scored and allowing only 69.5 points per game.

The Jaspers had been performing well at home, with a record of 3-2 in their last five home games, while Quinnipiac had a solid away record of 3-2 in their last five road games. The game was marked by a series of lead changes and tight scoring, particularly in the second half, where both teams exchanged baskets frequently.

The conditions in Draddy Gymnasium were favorable for basketball, providing an exciting atmosphere for the fans. The market had Quinnipiac favored by 7.5 points according to DraftKings, with a total set at 159.5. The odds indicated a strong belief in Quinnipiac's ability to perform, but Manhattan's home advantage played a crucial role in the outcome.

As the game unfolded, key plays highlighted the intensity of the match. Notably, Keith Mcknight's layup, assisted by Asim Jones, brought Quinnipiac within two points at 72-70. However, Marko Ljubicic quickly responded with a three-pointer, giving Manhattan a brief lead. The back-and-forth continued as Asim Jones hit a three-pointer for Quinnipiac, followed by a driving layup from Devin Dinkins for Manhattan, showcasing the clutch performances from both sides.

The final moments of the game were particularly thrilling, with Jaden Winston's floating jump shot giving Manhattan an 80-77 lead before Mcknight's tip-in brought Quinnipiac within one point. Ultimately, Manhattan held on for the victory, demonstrating resilience and a strong home-court advantage.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant absences impacting either team, allowing both squads to field their best players. This contributed to the high level of play witnessed throughout the game.

Fans watching the game were treated to a display of skill and determination, with standout performances from both teams. The Jaspers' ability to execute under pressure and their effective scoring strategies were crucial in securing the win. The close nature of the game kept spectators on the edge of their seats, highlighting the competitive spirit of NCAAB basketball.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	QUIN -7.5	159.5 o -105 / u -115	Quinnipiac Bobcats -305 · Manhattan Jaspers +245

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Leaders

PointsJaden Winston22Manhattan Jaspers
AssistsJaden Winston6Manhattan Jaspers
ReboundsAnthony Isaac13Manhattan Jaspers
PointsGrant Randall22Quinnipiac Bobcats
AssistsAsim Jones10Quinnipiac Bobcats
ReboundsGrant Randall8Quinnipiac Bobcats

Recent form

Manhattan Jaspers

Last 10: 4-6Streak W274.7 scored · 82.1 allowed per game3-2 at home

W74-71at Rider BroncsDec 30
W87-81vs Presbyterian Blue HoseDec 21
L68-75vs Furman PaladinsDec 19
L53-82at Fordham RamsDec 13
L68-80at Marist Red FoxesDec 7
W70-66vs Fairfield StagsDec 6
L78-81at Army Black KnightsNov 29
L101-103vs Wagner SeahawksNov 26
L68-109at Texas A&M AggiesNov 22
W80-73vs Mississippi Valley State Delta DevilsNov 16

Quinnipiac Bobcats

Last 10: 8-2Streak W181.3 scored · 69.5 allowed per game3-2 away

W64-58vs Marist Red FoxesDec 29
L66-74at Hofstra PrideDec 21
W85-75at Monmouth HawksDec 18
W75-71vs UMass Lowell River HawksDec 13
W72-58vs Rider BroncsDec 7
W89-68at Iona GaelsDec 6
W76-62vs Stonehill SkyhawksNov 30
L91-102at UCF KnightsNov 26
W83-75at Pittsburgh PanthersNov 23
W112-52vs City College NY BeaversNov 20

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Merrimack	23-11	-	17-3
Saint Peter's	17-12	3	14-6
Siena	23-12	4	13-7
Marist	19-12	5	12-8
Quinnipiac	19-13	5	12-8
Fairfield	21-13	6	11-9
Mount St. Mary's	15-17	6	11-9
Iona	18-14	7	10-10
Sacred Heart	14-19	8	9-11
Manhattan	12-20	9	8-12
Canisius	10-21	12	5-15
Niagara	8-22	12	5-15
Rider	4-25	14	3-17

Box score

Stat	Quinnipiac Bobcats	Manhattan Jaspers
Field goals	30-65	29-62
Field goal %	46	47
Three-pointers	9-22	7-21
Three-point %	41	33
Free throws	10-10	15-16
Free throw %	100	94
Rebounds	38	30
Offensive rebounds	13	9
Defensive rebounds	25	21
Assists	21	12
Steals	8	8
Blocks	4	3
Turnovers	15	11
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	1	1
Technical fouls, total	1	1
Flagrant fouls	1	1
Points off turnovers	14	12
Fast-break points	6	4
Points in the paint	36	40
Fouls	12	12
Largest lead	18	3
Lead changes	7	7
Time in front	91	5

How the scoring went

2nd Half51-33Samson Reilly makes 23-foot three point jumper (Asim Jones assists)
2nd Half51-35Jaden Winston makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half53-35Spence Wewe makes layup
2nd Half53-37Erik Oliver-Bush makes driving layup (Jaden Winston assists)
2nd Half54-37Amarri Monroe makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half55-37Amarri Monroe makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half55-38Devin Dinkins makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half55-39Devin Dinkins makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half55-40Devin Dinkins makes free throw 1 of 3
2nd Half55-41Devin Dinkins makes free throw 2 of 3
2nd Half55-42Devin Dinkins makes free throw 3 of 3
2nd Half57-42Grant Randall makes driving layup
2nd Half59-42Amarri Monroe makes 2-foot dunk (Asim Jones assists)
2nd Half59-44Fraser Roxburgh makes 1-foot dunk (Erik Oliver-Bush assists)
2nd Half59-46Jaden Winston makes driving layup
2nd Half59-49Terrance Jones makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot
2nd Half62-49Grant Randall makes 25-foot three point jumper (Keith Mcknight assists)
2nd Half62-51Anthony Isaac makes driving layup
2nd Half62-53Jaden Winston makes layup (Terrance Jones assists)
2nd Half64-53Grant Randall makes 1-foot dunk (Asim Jones assists)
2nd Half64-55Anthony Isaac makes layup
2nd Half64-57Devin Dinkins makes driving layup
2nd Half64-58Fraser Roxburgh makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half64-59Fraser Roxburgh makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half66-59Keith Mcknight makes 1-foot dunk
2nd Half66-62Terrance Jones makes 22-foot three point jumper (Jaden Winston assists)
2nd Half67-62Asim Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half68-62Asim Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half68-64Devin Dinkins makes driving layup
2nd Half70-64Grant Randall makes layup
2nd Half70-67Fraser Roxburgh makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jaden Winston assists)
2nd Half70-70Fraser Roxburgh makes 26-foot three point jumper (Erik Oliver-Bush assists)
2nd Half72-70Keith Mcknight makes layup (Asim Jones assists)
2nd Half72-73Marko Ljubicic makes 23-foot three point jumper (Devin Dinkins assists)
2nd Half75-73Asim Jones makes 26-foot three point jumper (Amarri Monroe assists)
2nd Half75-76Devin Dinkins makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jaden Winston assists)
2nd Half77-76Keith Mcknight makes layup
2nd Half77-78Devin Dinkins makes driving layup
2nd Half77-80Jaden Winston makes 8-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half79-80Keith Mcknight makes 0-foot tip in layup