Massachusetts Minutemen Edge Toledo Rockets 84-82
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · Mullins Center
Massachusetts Minutemen 84, Toledo Rockets 82, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Toledo Rockets vs Massachusetts Minutemen?
Massachusetts Minutemen beat Toledo Rockets 84-82 at Mullins Center on January 20, 2026.
Who was favored in Toledo Rockets vs Massachusetts Minutemen?
Massachusetts Minutemen were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -135 (about 57% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Massachusetts Minutemen triumphed over the Toledo Rockets with a final score of 84-82 at the Mullins Center. This game showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, each looking to improve their standings in the NCAAB league. The Minutemen, with a home record of 12-8, were favored to win, as reflected in the betting odds from DraftKings, which listed them at -2.5 on the spread and -135.0 on the money line.
Both teams entered the game with identical recent form, each holding a record of 5-5 in their last ten games. The Minutemen had been averaging 81.8 points per game while allowing 76.8, indicating a propensity for high-scoring affairs. Conversely, the Rockets averaged slightly higher at 83.1 points scored but allowed 80.6 points, suggesting a similar trend in their games. The Minutemen's last five games had seen them go 2-3, scoring an average of 83.0 points and allowing 82.0, while the Rockets boasted a 3-2 record in their last five, averaging 82.2 points scored and 79.0 points allowed.
The game unfolded with a back-and-forth intensity that kept fans on the edge of their seats. The scoring plays highlighted the tension in the final moments, with key free throws from both teams. Jayden Ndjigue and Austin Parks contributed crucial free throws for Toledo, while Marcus Banks Jr. sealed the game for Massachusetts with two successful free throws that pushed the score to 83-79. Leroy Blyden Jr. responded with a driving layup for Toledo, but K'Jei Parker and Kyler Vanderjagt's free throws ensured the Minutemen maintained their lead, ultimately finishing the game with an 84-82 victory.
In terms of home and away performance, the Minutemen had a home record of 2-2 in their last four games, while the Rockets struggled with a 2-4 record in away games. This home advantage appeared to play a crucial role in the outcome of the match. Both teams had faced off previously, but specific details about those encounters were not provided in the block.
Injuries were not mentioned in the provided facts, so it can be inferred that both teams were at full strength for this matchup. The conditions at the Mullins Center were conducive to a high-energy game, as both teams were eager to secure a win.
As the game concluded, the Minutemen's victory not only improved their record but also solidified their position as a competitive force in the league. Fans and analysts alike will be keenly observing how both teams adapt following this matchup, particularly in their upcoming games.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MASS -2.5 | 164.5 o -105 / u -115 | Toledo Rockets +114 · Massachusetts Minutemen -135 |
Leaders
- PointsLeonardo Bettiol20Massachusetts Minutemen
- AssistsDanny Carbuccia9Massachusetts Minutemen
- ReboundsDaniel Hankins-Sanford11Massachusetts Minutemen
- PointsLeroy Blyden Jr.22Toledo Rockets
- AssistsSonny Wilson7Toledo Rockets
- ReboundsLeroy Blyden Jr.5Toledo Rockets
Recent form
Massachusetts Minutemen
Last 10: 5-5Streak L181.8 scored · 76.8 allowed per game2-2 at home
- L68-70at Northern Illinois HuskiesJan 17
- W85-82at Western Michigan BroncosJan 14
- W79-71vs Ball State CardinalsJan 10
- L83-86at Ohio BobcatsJan 6
- L100-101vs Bowling Green FalconsJan 3
- L74-80at Eastern Michigan EaglesDec 31
- W91-40vs UMass Boston BeaconsDec 22
- L59-69vs Kent State Golden FlashesDec 20
- W103-95at Florida State SeminolesDec 13
- W76-74at Boston College EaglesDec 11
Toledo Rockets
Last 10: 5-5Streak L183.1 scored · 80.6 allowed per game2-4 away
- L84-87at Kent State Golden FlashesJan 16
- W101-85vs Ohio BobcatsJan 14
- L73-87vs Miami (OH) RedHawksJan 9
- W75-61at Northern Illinois HuskiesJan 7
- W78-75at Central Michigan ChippewasJan 3
- W84-79vs Western Michigan BroncosDec 30
- W100-67vs Lourdes Gray WolvesDec 20
- L69-92at Michigan State SpartansDec 16
- L70-75at Robert Morris ColonialsDec 13
- L97-98at Oakland Golden GrizzliesDec 6
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami (OH) | 32-2 | - | 18-0 |
| Akron | 29-6 | 1 | 17-1 |
| Kent State | 24-10 | 4 | 14-4 |
| Toledo | 19-15 | 7 | 11-7 |
| Bowling Green | 18-14 | 9 | 9-9 |
| Ohio | 15-17 | 9 | 9-9 |
| Buffalo | 17-15 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Massachusetts | 17-16 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Ball State | 12-19 | 11 | 7-11 |
| Central Michigan | 10-21 | 12 | 6-12 |
| Western Michigan | 10-21 | 14 | 4-14 |
| Eastern Michigan | 10-21 | 14 | 4-14 |
| Northern Illinois | 9-21 | 10 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Toledo Rockets | Massachusetts Minutemen |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-51 | 30-61 |
| Field goal % | 55 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 6-14 | 9-22 |
| Three-point % | 43 | 41 |
| Free throws | 20-25 | 15-22 |
| Free throw % | 80 | 68 |
| Rebounds | 27 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 15 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 20 |
| Assists | 14 | 19 |
| Steals | 9 | 8 |
| Blocks | 3 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 14 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 12 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 42 |
| Fouls | 16 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 7 |
| Lead changes | 7 | 7 |
| Time in front | 20 | 66 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half51-53Marcus Banks Jr. makes driving layup (Luka Damjanac assists)
- 2nd Half51-55Daniel Hankins-Sanford makes layup
- 2nd Half54-55Sean Craig makes 23-foot three point jumper (Sonny Wilson assists)
- 2nd Half54-58Isaiah Placide makes 25-foot three point jumper (Marcus Banks Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half56-58Sonny Wilson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half56-59Marcus Banks Jr. makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half56-60Marcus Banks Jr. makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half56-61Marcus Banks Jr. makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half59-61Sean Craig makes 23-foot three point jumper (Sonny Wilson assists)
- 2nd Half59-63Luka Damjanac makes layup (Isaiah Placide assists)
- 2nd Half61-63Sonny Wilson makes layup
- 2nd Half62-63Austin Parks makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-63Austin Parks makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-65Jayden Ndjigue makes layup (Marcus Banks Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half64-65Jaylan Ouwinga makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-65Jaylan Ouwinga makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-65Kyler Vanderjagt makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-65Kyler Vanderjagt makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-68Isaiah Placide makes 30-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half69-68Austin Parks makes layup
- 2nd Half69-70Jayden Ndjigue makes layup
- 2nd Half69-71Daniel Hankins-Sanford makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-72Daniel Hankins-Sanford makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-74Marcus Banks Jr. makes 6-foot jumper
- 2nd Half70-74Leroy Blyden Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-74Leroy Blyden Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-74Kyler Vanderjagt makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-76Leonardo Bettiol makes layup (Danny Carbuccia assists)
- 2nd Half75-76Leroy Blyden Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (Austin Parks assists)
- 2nd Half75-79K'Jei Parker makes 23-foot three point jumper (Daniel Hankins-Sanford assists)
- 2nd Half77-79Sonny Wilson makes layup
- 2nd Half77-80Jayden Ndjigue makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-81Jayden Ndjigue makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-81Austin Parks makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-81Austin Parks makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-82Marcus Banks Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-83Marcus Banks Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half81-83Leroy Blyden Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half81-84K'Jei Parker makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half82-84Kyler Vanderjagt makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Massachusetts Minutemen, below favours Toledo Rockets.
Venue
- Mullins CenterAmherst, MA
- Attendance2507
- OfficialsAmy Bonner, John Floyd, King Whetstone
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