Towson Tigers Defeat Northeastern Huskies 87-78
Saturday, January 10, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · Cabot Center
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Who won Towson Tigers vs Northeastern Huskies?
Towson Tigers beat Northeastern Huskies 87-78 at Cabot Center on January 10, 2026.
Who was favored in Towson Tigers vs Northeastern Huskies?
Towson Tigers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -135 (about 57% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Towson Tigers emerged victorious against the Northeastern Huskies with a final score of 87-78 at the Cabot Center. This game was notable as it showcased the struggles of both teams, particularly the Huskies, who have been on a downward trend in their recent performances.
The Northeastern Huskies entered the game with a home record of 5-11 and were looking to break a two-game losing streak. In their last ten games, they held a record of 3-7, averaging 79.4 points scored per game while allowing 84.1 points. Their recent form indicated a significant defensive vulnerability, as evidenced by their last five games, where they averaged 82.6 points scored and 89.2 points allowed. The Huskies' last game before this matchup was a loss to the UNC Wilmington Seahawks, where they fell 78-87.
On the other hand, the Towson Tigers had a slightly better overall record of 9-9, but they were also struggling, having lost their last four games. Their recent form showed a record of 3-7 in the last ten games, with an average of 70.2 points scored and 72.0 points allowed. The Tigers' last outing was a loss to the Hofstra Pride, where they scored 67 points and allowed 78.
When looking at their home and away performances, the Huskies had a home record of 1-1 in their last two games, while the Tigers struggled on the road with an away record of 0-5 in their last five games. This matchup was crucial for both teams as they sought to regain momentum in the league.
Historically, the Tigers have had the upper hand in their previous meetings against the Huskies, winning both encounters in the 2025 season. The last meeting prior to this game took place on January 28, 2025, where Towson defeated Northeastern 75-65. This history added an extra layer of pressure on the Huskies, who were eager to turn the tide in their favor.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details about player availability, but the current form of both teams suggests that they were likely fielding their regular lineups.
The betting market, as presented by DraftKings, favored the Tigers with a spread of -2.5, indicating that they were expected to win by at least three points. The total points line was set at 143.5, reflecting an expectation of a high-scoring game, which ultimately came to fruition with both teams exceeding their scoring averages.
Conditions in the Cabot Center were standard for a basketball game, with no specific weather or external factors mentioned that could have impacted play. The atmosphere was likely charged, given the stakes for both teams.
Viewers of the game were treated to a display of offensive prowess, particularly from Towson as they capitalized on the Huskies' defensive lapses. Key plays included free throws by Xavier Abreu and Jaquan Womack, which helped secure the Tigers' lead in the second half. The final moments of the game saw the Tigers maintain their advantage, with critical scoring plays that kept the Huskies at bay.
Overall, the victory for Towson not only improved their record but also highlighted the ongoing challenges for Northeastern as they continue to seek consistency in their performances.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | TOW -2.5 | 143.5 o -105 / u -115 | Towson Tigers -135 · Northeastern Huskies +114 |
Leaders
- PointsWilliam Kermoury28Northeastern Huskies
- AssistsWilliam Kermoury5Northeastern Huskies
- ReboundsWilliam Kermoury5Northeastern Huskies
- PointsDylan Williamson22Towson Tigers
- AssistsDylan Williamson4Towson Tigers
- ReboundsChike Ndefo9Towson Tigers
Recent form
Northeastern Huskies
Last 10: 3-7Streak L279.4 scored · 84.1 allowed per game1-1 at home
- L78-87vs UNC Wilmington SeahawksJan 9
- L82-97at Campbell Fighting CamelsJan 3
- W85-74at North Carolina A&T AggiesDec 31
- L91-103at Elon PhoenixDec 30
- L77-85at Rhode Island RamsDec 23
- L83-91at Syracuse OrangeDec 20
- W73-56vs Central Connecticut Blue DevilsDec 7
- L59-76at Holy Cross CrusadersDec 3
- L73-86at Wake Forest Demon DeaconsNov 28
- W93-86at Duquesne DukesNov 22
Towson Tigers
Last 10: 3-7Streak L470.2 scored · 72 allowed per game0-5 away
- 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
- L49-73at Kansas JayhawksDec 17
- L61-86at UCF KnightsDec 7
- W93-80vs Cornell Big RedDec 4
- L73-87at UC San Diego TritonsNov 26
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 | Northeastern Huskies |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 34-56 | 26-59 |
| Field goal % | 61 | 44 |
| Three-pointers | 6-12 | 8-26 |
| Three-point % | 50 | 31 |
| Free throws | 13-18 | 18-21 |
| Free throw % | 72 | 86 |
| Rebounds | 41 | 21 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 28 | 14 |
| Assists | 9 | 13 |
| Steals | 3 | 7 |
| Blocks | 1 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 28 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 48 | 32 |
| Fouls | 19 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 22 | 12 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 68 | 30 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half62-44Tyler Coleman makes 10-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half64-44Tyler Tejada makes driving layup
- 2nd Half66-44Caleb Embeya makes 5-foot dunk (Tyler Schmidt assists)
- 2nd Half66-46Haris Elezovic makes layup (Ryan Williams assists)
- 2nd Half66-48Haris Elezovic makes layup (William Kermoury assists)
- 2nd Half66-49Haris Elezovic makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half66-51William Kermoury makes 15-foot jumper
- 2nd Half66-53Ryan Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half66-55Ryan Williams makes driving layup
- 2nd Half67-55Tyler Tejada makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-55Tyler Tejada makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-55Dylan Williamson makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half71-55Chike Ndefo makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-56Ryan Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-57Ryan Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-57Caleb Embeya makes layup
- 2nd Half73-58William Kermoury makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-59William Kermoury makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-59Tyler Coleman makes 26-foot three point jumper (Tyler Tejada assists)
- 2nd Half76-62JB Frankel makes 24-foot three point jumper (William Kermoury assists)
- 2nd Half76-63JB Frankel makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-64JB Frankel makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-64Tyler Tejada makes 23-foot three point jumper (Dylan Williamson assists)
- 2nd Half79-65JB Frankel makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-66JB Frankel makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-69William Kermoury makes 22-foot three point jumper (Xavier Abreu assists)
- 2nd Half79-71William Kermoury makes layup (JB Frankel assists)
- 2nd Half79-72Petar Pinter makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half79-73Petar Pinter makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half80-73Tyler Coleman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half81-73Tyler Coleman makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half81-74Xavier Abreu makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half81-75Xavier Abreu makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half81-76Xavier Abreu makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half83-76Dylan Williamson makes layup
- 2nd Half84-76Jaquan Womack makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half85-76Jaquan Womack makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half85-78Mike Loughnane makes driving layup
- 2nd Half86-78Tyler Coleman makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half87-78Tyler Coleman makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Northeastern Huskies, below favours Towson Tigers.
Venue
- Cabot CenterBoston, MA
- Attendance797
- OfficialsCarl Luciano, Adam Vandenburgh, Paul Tuomey
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