Bellarmine Knights Dominate Stetson Hatters 92-71
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Knights Hall
Bellarmine Knights 92, Stetson Hatters 71, 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 Stetson Hatters vs Bellarmine Knights?
Bellarmine Knights beat Stetson Hatters 92-71 at Knights Hall on February 5, 2026.
Who was favored in Stetson Hatters vs Bellarmine Knights?
Bellarmine Knights were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -230 (about 70% implied). The favorite won.
The Bellarmine Knights secured a decisive victory over the Stetson Hatters, finishing the game with a score of 92-71. This match was particularly notable as it marked the Knights' third consecutive win, showcasing their resurgence in form after a challenging season. The Knights improved their record to 11-13, while the Hatters fell to 8-17.
In the lead-up to this game, both teams had shown mixed results. The Knights entered the contest with a 4-6 record over their last ten games, including a two-game winning streak. They had averaged 80.4 points scored per game while allowing 85.1 points. Their recent home record stood at 3-1, indicating a solid performance at Knights Hall. Conversely, the Hatters also had a 4-6 record in their last ten outings, but they were on a one-game losing streak. They averaged 76.8 points scored and allowed 79.4 points during that span, with a balanced home and away record of 2-3.
Historically, the Knights had struggled against the Hatters, losing both previous meetings in the 2025 season. The most recent encounter prior to this game saw the Knights narrowly defeated 76-81 at home. However, the Knights turned the tables in this matchup, demonstrating significant improvement.
The game unfolded at Knights Hall, where the Knights capitalized on their home court advantage. The betting market reflected a favorable outlook for the Knights, with DraftKings setting the spread at -4.5 in their favor, alongside a total of 148.5 points for the game. The Knights were listed at -230 for the moneyline, while the Hatters were at +190.
In terms of player performances, the Knights showcased a balanced scoring attack. Key plays in the second half included a 24-foot three-point jumper by Jake Johnson, which helped extend the Knights' lead. Sam Donald added a layup shortly after, followed by Donovan Hunter's long-range shot, pushing the score to 86-68. The Hatters attempted to respond, with Calvin Sirmans III contributing a jumper and free throws, but the Knights maintained their advantage.
The Knights' ability to score effectively, particularly in the second half, was crucial to their victory. They demonstrated strong offensive execution, which contrasted with the Hatters' struggles to keep pace defensively. The game concluded with the Knights firmly in control, sealing their win and boosting their confidence as they look to build on this momentum moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | BELL -4.5 | 148.5 o -112 / u -108 | Stetson Hatters +190 · Bellarmine Knights -230 |
Leaders
- PointsJack Karasinski26Bellarmine Knights
- AssistsTyler Doyle6Bellarmine Knights
- ReboundsTyler Doyle8Bellarmine Knights
- PointsEthan Copeland18Stetson Hatters
- AssistsJake Johnson5Stetson Hatters
- ReboundsCollin Kuhl7Stetson Hatters
Recent form
Bellarmine Knights
Last 10: 4-6Streak W280.4 scored · 85.1 allowed per game3-1 at home
- W78-75vs Queens University RoyalsJan 31
- W77-74vs West Georgia WolvesJan 29
- L114-117at North Florida OspreysJan 24
- W77-70at Jacksonville DolphinsJan 23
- L69-89at Eastern Kentucky ColonelsJan 18
- L71-81at Lipscomb BisonsJan 16
- L73-82vs North Alabama LionsJan 10
- W84-78vs Central Arkansas BearsJan 9
- L76-98at Queens University RoyalsJan 3
- L85-87at West Georgia WolvesJan 2
Stetson Hatters
Last 10: 4-6Streak L176.8 scored · 79.4 allowed per game2-3 away
- L66-68vs North Alabama LionsJan 31
- W84-77at North Florida OspreysJan 30
- L65-73at Austin Peay GovernorsJan 23
- L74-79at Lipscomb BisonsJan 22
- L81-87vs Queens University RoyalsJan 17
- W95-86vs West Georgia WolvesJan 16
- L69-81vs Austin Peay GovernorsJan 10
- W91-83vs Lipscomb BisonsJan 9
- L73-93at Central Arkansas BearsJan 3
- W70-67at North Alabama LionsJan 1
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 | Stetson Hatters | Bellarmine Knights |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-51 | 36-59 |
| Field goal % | 47 | 61 |
| Three-pointers | 13-33 | 14-25 |
| Three-point % | 39 | 56 |
| Free throws | 10-14 | 6-7 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 86 |
| Rebounds | 24 | 26 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 16 | 20 |
| Assists | 18 | 21 |
| Steals | 1 | 7 |
| Blocks | 0 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 6 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 5 | 12 |
| Fast-break points | 0 | 2 |
| Points in the paint | 20 | 40 |
| Fouls | 12 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 21 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 5 | 91 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half38-47Ethan Copeland makes 25-foot three point jumper (Finley Sheridan assists)
- 2nd Half38-49Brian Waddell makes layup (Kenyon Goodin assists)
- 2nd Half40-49Finley Sheridan makes 11-foot floating jump shot (Calvin Sirmans III assists)
- 2nd Half40-50Kenyon Goodin makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half40-51Kenyon Goodin makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half40-53Tyler Doyle makes driving layup
- 2nd Half41-53Calvin Sirmans III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half42-53Calvin Sirmans III makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half42-55Tyler Doyle makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half43-55Calvin Sirmans III makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-55Calvin Sirmans III makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-57Kenyon Goodin makes layup (Michael Wilson Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half44-59Jack Karasinski makes layup
- 2nd Half46-59Collin Kuhl makes layup (Ethan Copeland assists)
- 2nd Half46-62Jack Karasinski makes 25-foot three point jumper (Myles Watkins assists)
- 2nd Half48-62Collin Kuhl makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-62Collin Kuhl makes layup (Jake Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half50-65Donovan Hunter makes 26-foot three point jumper (Kenyon Goodin assists)
- 2nd Half50-67Brian Waddell makes layup
- 2nd Half53-67Daniel Macgregor makes 26-foot three point jumper (Alex Doyle assists)
- 2nd Half53-70Sam Donald makes 23-foot three point jumper (Brian Waddell assists)
- 2nd Half53-72Brian Waddell makes layup
- 2nd Half56-72Jake Johnson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Finley Sheridan assists)
- 2nd Half56-74Michael Wilson Jr. makes 21-foot jumper (Tyler Doyle assists)
- 2nd Half58-74Jake Johnson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half59-74Jake Johnson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half59-76Brian Waddell makes driving layup
- 2nd Half59-78Tyler Doyle makes layup (Brian Waddell assists)
- 2nd Half62-78J.R. Leonard makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jake Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half62-80Brian Waddell makes 3-foot dunk (Tyler Doyle assists)
- 2nd Half65-80Ethan Copeland makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jake Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half65-81Sam Donald makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-81Jake Johnson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ethan Copeland assists)
- 2nd Half68-83Sam Donald makes layup
- 2nd Half68-86Donovan Hunter makes 26-foot three point jumper (Brian Waddell assists)
- 2nd Half69-86Calvin Sirmans III makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-86Calvin Sirmans III makes 17-foot jumper
- 2nd Half71-89Jack Karasinski makes 26-foot three point jumper (Tyler Doyle assists)
- 2nd Half71-91Grant Neal makes 8-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half71-92Grant Neal makes free throw 1 of 1
Win probability
Above the line favours Bellarmine Knights, below favours Stetson Hatters.
Venue
- Knights HallLouisville, KY
- Attendance1593
- OfficialsCraig Murley, James Gibson, Chris Duprey
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