NCAAB · Final

Stetson Hatters Edge North Alabama Lions 70-67

Thursday, January 1, 2026, 1:00 PM ET · CB&S Bank Arena at Flowers Hall

Stetson Hatters 70, North Alabama Lions 67, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Stetson Hatters vs North Alabama Lions?

Stetson Hatters beat North Alabama Lions 70-67 at CB&S Bank Arena at Flowers Hall on January 1, 2026.

Who was favored in Stetson Hatters vs North Alabama Lions?

North Alabama Lions were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -485 (about 83% implied). The underdog won.

In a tightly contested game at the CB&S Bank Arena at Flowers Hall, the Stetson Hatters secured a narrow victory over the North Alabama Lions, finishing with a score of 70-67. This matchup was particularly intriguing as both teams entered the game with similar records, each looking to improve their standing in the NCAAB league. The Hatters, now with a record of 6-9, managed to break a losing streak and gain momentum, while the Lions fell to 5-8 after suffering their third consecutive defeat.

Analyzing the recent form of both teams, the Lions had a record of 5-5 in their last ten games, but they had been struggling recently, losing their last two matches. Their scoring average stood at 71.6 points per game, while they allowed an average of 74.5 points, indicating defensive vulnerabilities. In contrast, the Hatters had a less favorable record of 3-7 in their last ten games, with an average of 66.5 points scored and 77.7 points allowed. This performance reflects a significant challenge for Stetson, particularly in their away games, where they had not won any of their five attempts this season.

The home advantage for North Alabama had been notable, with a home record of 3-1 in their last four games, while Stetson struggled on the road, holding a dismal away record of 0-5. The previous meeting between these two teams earlier in the season saw the Lions dominate with a 92-64 victory over the Hatters, making this game a pivotal rematch for Stetson.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing from either side, which allowed both teams to field their full rosters. This aspect often plays a crucial role in the dynamics of a game, especially in collegiate basketball, where depth can significantly impact performance.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had North Alabama favored with a spread of -9.5, indicating expectations of a stronger performance from the Lions. The total points line was set at 142.5, with odds of -105.0 for the over and -115.0 for the under, reflecting a balanced view on the expected scoring output.

Conditions during the game were typical for indoor basketball, with no adverse weather factors affecting play. Fans could expect a high-energy atmosphere, especially given the stakes involved for both teams.

As the game unfolded, it was clear that the Hatters were determined to turn their season around. Key moments included Donte Bacchus making a crucial layup that brought Stetson's lead to 66-62 late in the second half. Free throws from Kevin de Kovachich and Daniel Macgregor further extended the lead to 68-64. A pivotal three-point shot from Canin Jefferson brought the Lions within one point at 68-67, but Stetson's Jamie Phillips Jr. sealed the game with two successful free throws, pushing the final score to 70-67.

This victory not only provided Stetson with a much-needed boost but also highlighted the competitive nature of this fixture, showcasing the resilience of the Hatters as they overcame their previous defeat against the Lions. The outcome serves as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of college basketball, where each game can shift the trajectory of a season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	UNA -9.5	142.5 o -105 / u -115	Stetson Hatters +370 · North Alabama Lions -485

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Leaders

PointsDonte Bacchus22North Alabama Lions
AssistsKevin de Kovachich3North Alabama Lions
ReboundsDarKaun King11North Alabama Lions
PointsJamie Phillips Jr.29Stetson Hatters
AssistsEthan Copeland6Stetson Hatters
ReboundsJamie Phillips Jr.9Stetson Hatters

Recent form

North Alabama Lions

Last 10: 5-5Streak L271.6 scored · 74.5 allowed per game3-1 at home

L57-91at Loyola Marymount LionsDec 20
L60-68at Alabama A&M BulldogsDec 16
W65-63at San Francisco DonsDec 4
W73-66at Jacksonville State GamecocksDec 2
W92-60vs UT Southern FirehawksNov 25
L57-71at Chattanooga MocsNov 22
L61-81at Clemson TigersNov 18
L74-78vs East Tennessee State BuccaneersNov 15
W87-83vs Northwestern State DemonsNov 12
W90-84vs Lane College DragonsNov 8

Stetson Hatters

Last 10: 3-7Streak L166.5 scored · 77.7 allowed per game0-5 away

L54-107at Oklahoma SoonersDec 23
W95-76vs Rhodes LynxDec 16
L51-82at South Carolina GamecocksDec 6
L45-67at Grand Canyon LopesDec 3
L62-80at Robert Morris ColonialsNov 30
L68-70vs Southern Utah ThunderbirdsNov 29
L62-79vs Wright State RaidersNov 26
W99-80vs VMI KeydetsNov 23
W64-60vs Howard BisonNov 20
L65-76at Western Carolina CatamountsNov 16

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
Utah Valley	25-9	-	14-4
California Baptist	25-9	1	13-5
Utah Tech	19-15	2	11-7
UT Arlington	18-14	5	9-9
Southern Utah	10-22	7	6-12
Tarleton State	14-18	9	5-13
Abilene Christian	14-19	9	5-13

Box score

Stat	Stetson Hatters	North Alabama Lions
Field goals	25-50	25-61
Field goal %	50	41
Three-pointers	6-22	6-29
Three-point %	27	21
Free throws	14-19	11-16
Free throw %	74	69
Rebounds	32	35
Offensive rebounds	7	14
Defensive rebounds	25	21
Assists	17	5
Steals	9	11
Blocks	1	3
Turnovers	13	12
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	15	16
Fast-break points	15	8
Points in the paint	34	36
Fouls	15	16
Largest lead	7	13
Lead changes	4	4
Time in front	53	38

How the scoring went

2nd Half33-37Donte Bacchus makes layup
2nd Half35-37Finley Sheridan makes 4-foot dunk (Calvin Sirmans III assists)
2nd Half37-37Jamie Phillips Jr. makes 6-foot turnaround jump shot (Finley Sheridan assists)
2nd Half37-39Kevin de Kovachich makes 10-foot step back jumpshot
2nd Half37-41Canin Jefferson makes layup
2nd Half37-43Donte Bacchus makes layup
2nd Half37-46Donte Bacchus makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kevin de Kovachich assists)
2nd Half39-46Jamie Phillips Jr. makes layup (Daniel Macgregor assists)
2nd Half39-47Corneilous Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half39-48Corneilous Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half39-49Kevin de Kovachich makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half39-51Canin Jefferson makes layup
2nd Half40-51Matar Diop makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half40-53Cortez Graham-Howard makes layup
2nd Half42-53Jamie Phillips Jr. makes 15-foot jumper (Daniel Macgregor assists)
2nd Half45-53Ethan Copeland makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jamie Phillips Jr. assists)
2nd Half47-53Janusz Ratowski makes layup (Ethan Copeland assists)
2nd Half47-55Cortez Graham-Howard makes 9-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half50-55Jamie Phillips Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (Daniel Macgregor assists)
2nd Half52-55Janusz Ratowski makes 3-foot dunk (Ethan Copeland assists)
2nd Half54-55Janusz Ratowski makes layup (Ethan Copeland assists)
2nd Half56-55Jamie Phillips Jr. makes layup
2nd Half57-55Jamie Phillips Jr. makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half59-55Janusz Ratowski makes layup (Jamie Phillips Jr. assists)
2nd Half62-55Jamie Phillips Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper
2nd Half62-57Donte Bacchus makes layup (Kevin de Kovachich assists)
2nd Half62-58Donte Bacchus makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half63-58Jamie Phillips Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half64-58Jamie Phillips Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half64-59Canin Jefferson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half64-60Canin Jefferson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half66-60Ethan Copeland makes layup
2nd Half66-62Donte Bacchus makes layup
2nd Half66-63Kevin de Kovachich makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half66-64Kevin de Kovachich makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half67-64Daniel Macgregor makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half68-64Daniel Macgregor makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half68-67Canin Jefferson makes 24-foot three point jumper
2nd Half69-67Jamie Phillips Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half70-67Jamie Phillips Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2