NCAAB · Final

Colonials Edge Titans in Close Contest

Friday, January 2, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Calihan Hall

Robert Morris Colonials 85, Detroit Mercy Titans 77, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Robert Morris Colonials vs Detroit Mercy Titans?

Robert Morris Colonials beat Detroit Mercy Titans 85-77 at Calihan Hall on January 2, 2026.

Who was favored in Robert Morris Colonials vs Detroit Mercy Titans?

Robert Morris Colonials were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -170 (about 63% implied). The favorite won.

In a thrilling matchup at Calihan Hall, the Robert Morris Colonials defeated the Detroit Mercy Titans with a final score of 85-77. This victory not only showcased the Colonials' ability to perform under pressure but also highlighted the Titans' struggles to secure wins at home. The game was particularly significant as it marked the first meeting of the season between these two teams, with Robert Morris now leading the head-to-head record 2-1 after winning both encounters this season.

The Titans entered the game with a home record of 6-8 and were looking to build on their recent form, which included a 5-5 record over their last ten games. They had won their last two games, scoring an average of 80.8 points while allowing 69.2 points in that stretch. Their recent victories included a notable win against Siena Heights Saints, where they scored 91 points, and a close win against Youngstown State Penguins, finishing 73-68. However, their overall performance at home has been inconsistent, with a home record of 2-1 in their last three games.

On the other hand, the Colonials came into the contest with a stronger away record of 11-5 and had a recent record of 7-3 in their last ten games, although they were on a one-game losing streak after falling to Northern Kentucky Norse. Their scoring average in the last five games was 76.6 points, while they allowed 74.0 points. The Colonials had previously shown their capability to win on the road, with a 5-1 home record and a balanced away record of 2-2.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any players missing from either team, suggesting that both squads were at full strength for this encounter. This factor likely contributed to the competitive nature of the game.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Colonials favored by 3.5 points, with a total set at 148.5. The odds indicated a strong belief in Robert Morris's ability to secure a win, reflected in their money line of -170, while Detroit Mercy was at +142.

The game unfolded with both teams exchanging leads, but the Colonials managed to pull away in the second half. Key scoring plays included a 13-foot jumper from TJ Nadeau, which helped the Colonials maintain their lead, and a series of free throws from Kaleb Brown and Eddie Cooke III that extended their advantage late in the game. Orlando Lovejoy also contributed with a crucial three-pointer that kept the momentum in favor of Robert Morris.

As the game progressed, the Titans struggled to keep pace with the Colonials' scoring, ultimately falling short despite their efforts. The final score of 85-77 reflected the Colonials' effectiveness in executing their game plan and capitalizing on scoring opportunities, particularly in the latter stages of the match.

For viewers, the match highlighted the importance of free-throw shooting and three-point accuracy, which proved decisive in the outcome. The Colonials' ability to convert from the charity stripe and their timely three-pointers were critical in their victory, showcasing their offensive prowess.

Overall, this matchup not only provided an exciting contest but also underscored the contrasting fortunes of both teams as they navigate their respective seasons.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	RMU -3.5	148.5 o -110 / u -110	Robert Morris Colonials -170 · Detroit Mercy Titans +142

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Leaders

PointsTJ Nadeau20Detroit Mercy Titans
AssistsOrlando Lovejoy5Detroit Mercy Titans
ReboundsRyan Kalambay5Detroit Mercy Titans
PointsDeSean Goode18Robert Morris Colonials
AssistsKaleb Brown5Robert Morris Colonials
ReboundsNikolaos Chitikoudis10Robert Morris Colonials

Recent form

Detroit Mercy Titans

Last 10: 5-5Streak W275 scored · 75.3 allowed per game2-1 at home

W73-68at Youngstown State PenguinsDec 29
W91-60vs Siena Heights SaintsDec 20
L77-81at Purdue Fort Wayne MastodonsDec 14
W71-59at Cleveland State VikingsDec 6
W92-78vs IU Indianapolis JaguarsDec 4
W70-66at Niagara Purple EaglesNov 29
L75-95at DePaul Blue DemonsNov 23
L56-84at Michigan State SpartansNov 21
L62-72vs Eastern Michigan EaglesNov 19
L83-90at Toledo RocketsNov 15

Robert Morris Colonials

Last 10: 7-3Streak L176.2 scored · 70.9 allowed per game2-2 away

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
W88-74vs UIC FlamesNov 26
L70-71at Monmouth HawksNov 23

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	Robert Morris Colonials	Detroit Mercy Titans
Field goals	25-55	25-52
Field goal %	45	48
Three-pointers	7-19	7-13
Three-point %	37	54
Free throws	28-32	20-26
Free throw %	88	77
Rebounds	36	26
Offensive rebounds	15	10
Defensive rebounds	21	16
Assists	17	10
Steals	8	7
Blocks	1	5
Turnovers	13	14
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	1
Technical fouls, total	0	1
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	22	21
Fast-break points	10	18
Points in the paint	36	24
Fouls	22	20
Largest lead	12	8
Lead changes	7	7
Time in front	39	53

How the scoring went

2nd Half51-46DeSean Goode makes layup (Nikolaos Chitikoudis assists)
2nd Half51-48London Maiden makes layup (Orlando Lovejoy assists)
2nd Half51-49Keshawn Fisher makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half51-50Keshawn Fisher makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half53-50Josh Hill makes layup (Ryan Prather Jr. assists)
2nd Half54-50Josh Hill makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half57-50DeSean Goode makes 24-foot three point jumper (Eddie Cooke Iii assists)
2nd Half57-52Orlando Lovejoy makes layup
2nd Half60-52DeSean Goode makes 23-foot three point jumper (Albert Vargas assists)
2nd Half61-52Josh Hill makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half62-52Josh Hill makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half62-53Orlando Lovejoy makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half65-53Ryan Prather Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (DeSean Goode assists)
2nd Half65-54Orlando Lovejoy makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half65-55Orlando Lovejoy makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half67-55DeSean Goode makes layup (Kaleb Brown assists)
2nd Half67-58TJ Nadeau makes 23-foot three point jumper (Lance Stone assists)
2nd Half67-60Tyler Spratt makes layup
2nd Half67-61Tyler Spratt makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half69-61Nikolaos Chitikoudis makes layup (Kaleb Brown assists)
2nd Half69-64Orlando Lovejoy makes 24-foot three point jumper
2nd Half71-64Albert Vargas makes layup (Cam Wilds assists)
2nd Half71-67Tyler Spratt makes 22-foot three point jumper (Orlando Lovejoy assists)
2nd Half73-67Nikolaos Chitikoudis makes layup (Kaleb Brown assists)
2nd Half75-67Albert Vargas makes 15-foot jumper
2nd Half75-70Tyler Spratt makes 24-foot three point jumper (Orlando Lovejoy assists)
2nd Half76-70Kaleb Brown makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half77-70Kaleb Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half77-71Orlando Lovejoy makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half77-72Orlando Lovejoy makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half78-72Ryan Prather Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half79-72Ryan Prather Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half79-74TJ Nadeau makes 13-foot jumper
2nd Half80-74Kaleb Brown makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half81-74Kaleb Brown makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half82-74Eddie Cooke Iii makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half83-74Eddie Cooke Iii makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half83-77Orlando Lovejoy makes 24-foot three point jumper
2nd Half84-77Ryan Prather Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half85-77Ryan Prather Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2

Win probability

Above the line favours Detroit Mercy Titans, below favours Robert Morris Colonials.