North Carolina A&T Defeats Towson in Close Contest
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 12:00 PM ET · Corbett Sports Center
North Carolina A&T Aggies 80, Towson Tigers 73, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Towson Tigers vs North Carolina A&T Aggies?
North Carolina A&T Aggies beat Towson Tigers 80-73 at Corbett Sports Center on January 24, 2026.
Who was favored in Towson Tigers vs North Carolina A&T Aggies?
Towson Tigers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -340 (about 77% implied). The underdog won.
In an exciting matchup at Corbett Sports Center, the North Carolina A&T Aggies triumphed over the Towson Tigers with a final score of 80-73. This victory marks a significant moment for the Aggies, who improved their record to 10-10, while the Tigers fell to 12-11. The win also snapped Towson's four-game winning streak, showcasing the competitive nature of this NCAAB fixture.
The Aggies entered the game with a recent form of 4-6 over their last ten games, having won their previous match against Hofstra Pride just a day prior, 79-78. Their scoring average during this stretch was 77.3 points, while they allowed an average of 77.8 points per game. In contrast, the Tigers had a stronger record of 6-4 in their last ten games, with their last victory also coming against Elon Phoenix, where they won 72-59. Towson averaged 70.5 points scored and allowed 64.1 points during this period, demonstrating a solid defensive effort.
At home, North Carolina A&T has a record of 3-3 this season, while their away record stands at 1-3. On the other hand, Towson has performed well on the road, holding a 2-2 away record, which contributed to their confidence heading into this game. The two teams had met previously in the 2025 season, where Towson emerged victorious with an 83-67 win.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing from either side, allowing both teams to field their strongest lineups for this crucial game. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Towson favored by 7.5 points, with a total set at 139.5. The odds indicated a moneyline of +270 for North Carolina A&T and -340 for Towson, reflecting the expectations placed on both teams.
The conditions for the game were conducive to an exciting atmosphere, with fans filling the Corbett Sports Center to support their teams. As the match unfolded, viewers were treated to a thrilling second half where both teams exchanged leads. Key moments included a series of free throws by Lewis Walker and driving layups from Tyler Tejada, which helped the Aggies maintain their lead in the closing minutes.
Overall, this game was a testament to the competitiveness of college basketball, with North Carolina A&T proving that they could rise to the occasion against a previously dominant Towson team. The Aggies' ability to execute under pressure and their effective scoring in the second half ultimately secured their victory.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | TOW -7.5 | 139.5 o -105 / u -115 | Towson Tigers -340 · North Carolina A&T Aggies +270 |
Leaders
- PointsLewis Walker33North Carolina A&T Aggies
- AssistsLewis Walker4North Carolina A&T Aggies
- ReboundsZamoku Weluche-Ume15North Carolina A&T Aggies
- PointsTyler Tejada22Towson Tigers
- AssistsJack Doumbia Jr.4Towson Tigers
- ReboundsTyler Tejada7Towson Tigers
Recent form
North Carolina A&T Aggies
Last 10: 4-6Streak W177.3 scored · 77.8 allowed per game3-3 at home
- W79-78vs Hofstra PrideJan 23
- L61-82at Hampton PiratesJan 20
- L89-97at William & Mary TribeJan 16
- L64-69vs Elon PhoenixJan 9
- L80-81at Stony Brook SeawolvesJan 3
- L74-85vs Northeastern HuskiesDec 31
- L78-87vs UNC Wilmington SeahawksDec 30
- W95-55vs Mid Atlantic Christian MustangsDec 20
- W71-65at UNC Greensboro SpartansDec 17
- W82-79vs Maryland Eastern Shore HawksDec 13
Towson Tigers
Last 10: 6-4Streak W470.5 scored · 64.1 allowed per game2-2 away
- W72-59at Elon PhoenixJan 23
- W59-58vs Drexel DragonsJan 19
- W61-52vs Charleston CougarsJan 16
- W87-78at Northeastern HuskiesJan 10
- L67-78vs Hofstra PrideJan 8
- L48-62vs Monmouth HawksJan 3
- L62-63at Hampton PiratesDec 31
- L70-84at William & Mary TribeDec 29
- W72-47vs Sacred Heart PioneersDec 22
- W107-60vs Notre Dame (MD) GatorsDec 19
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNC Wilmington | 27-7 | - | 15-3 |
| Charleston | 21-11 | 1 | 14-4 |
| Hofstra | 24-11 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Monmouth | 19-15 | 4 | 11-7 |
| William & Mary | 20-12 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Drexel | 17-16 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Towson | 19-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Stony Brook | 17-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Campbell | 16-18 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Hampton | 13-19 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Elon | 14-18 | 9 | 6-12 |
| North Carolina A&T | 11-19 | 11 | 4-14 |
| Northeastern | 7-24 | 13 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | Towson Tigers | North Carolina A&T Aggies |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-56 | 25-47 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 53 |
| Three-pointers | 5-22 | 7-20 |
| Three-point % | 23 | 35 |
| Free throws | 20-29 | 23-33 |
| Free throw % | 69 | 70 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 21 | 29 |
| Assists | 11 | 11 |
| Steals | 8 | 4 |
| Blocks | 1 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 15 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 14 | 25 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 32 |
| Fouls | 23 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 17 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 23 | 60 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half43-48Tyler Schmidt makes 24-foot three point jumper (Dylan Williamson assists)
- 2nd Half44-48Caleb Embeya makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half44-51Dwayne Pierce makes 25-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half44-53Lewis Walker makes 8-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half44-55Zamoku Weluche-Ume makes layup
- 2nd Half44-57Trent Middleton Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half46-57Tyler Coleman makes 1-foot dunk (Jaquan Womack assists)
- 2nd Half46-58Lewis Walker makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-59Lewis Walker makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-61Will Felton makes layup
- 2nd Half47-61Jaquan Womack makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-63Dwayne Pierce makes driving layup
- 2nd Half48-63Tyler Tejada makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-65Trent Middleton Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-65Jack Doumbia Jr. makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half50-67Lewis Walker makes driving layup
- 2nd Half52-67Tyler Tejada makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half54-67Jack Doumbia Jr. makes 11-foot jumper
- 2nd Half55-67Jack Doumbia Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-67Jack Doumbia Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-67Tyler Tejada makes 27-foot three point jumper (Dylan Williamson assists)
- 2nd Half59-68Trent Middleton Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-69Trent Middleton Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-69Tyler Tejada makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-69Tyler Tejada makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-70Trent Middleton Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-71Trent Middleton Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-71Tyler Tejada makes driving layup
- 2nd Half63-74Lewis Walker makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half63-75Zamoku Weluche-Ume makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-75Tyler Coleman makes 24-foot three point jumper (Dylan Williamson assists)
- 2nd Half66-76Trent Middleton Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-76Dylan Williamson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half68-77Lewis Walker makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-78Lewis Walker makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-78Tyler Tejada makes driving layup
- 2nd Half71-78Tyler Tejada makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half71-79Lewis Walker makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-80Lewis Walker makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-80Tyler Tejada makes driving layup
Win probability
Above the line favours North Carolina A&T Aggies, below favours Towson Tigers.
Venue
- Corbett Sports CenterGreensboro, NC
- Attendance526
- OfficialsJeremy Mosier, Jarrett Robinson, Drew Ransdell
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