UMass Lowell Defeats UAlbany 83-71 at Home
Saturday, January 3, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · Kennedy Family Athletic Complex
UMass Lowell River Hawks 83, UAlbany Great Danes 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 UAlbany Great Danes vs UMass Lowell River Hawks?
UMass Lowell River Hawks beat UAlbany Great Danes 83-71 at Kennedy Family Athletic Complex on January 3, 2026.
Who was favored in UAlbany Great Danes vs UMass Lowell River Hawks?
UMass Lowell River Hawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -125 (about 56% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the UMass Lowell River Hawks triumphed over the UAlbany Great Danes with a final score of 83-71 at the Kennedy Family Athletic Complex. This victory marked a crucial moment for UMass Lowell, who improved their home record to 4-0 against UAlbany in recent encounters.
Both teams entered the game with challenging recent form. UMass Lowell, holding a 6-10 overall record, had a mixed performance in their last ten games, recording 4 wins and 6 losses. They were on a two-game losing streak prior to this game, having lost to Iowa Hawkeyes and Boston University Terriers. Despite these setbacks, UMass Lowell averaged 78.6 points scored while allowing 77.4 points over their last ten games. Their recent home games showed a stronger performance, with an average of 83.6 points scored and 81.6 points allowed in their last five matches.
UAlbany, on the other hand, struggled with a 4-12 record overall, and their recent form reflected this difficulty. They had only 2 wins in their last ten games and were also on a two-game losing streak, having lost to South Carolina Gamecocks and Cornell Big Red. UAlbany averaged 72.7 points scored and allowed 81.7 points in their last ten games, indicating defensive vulnerabilities that UMass Lowell exploited effectively.
The game began with both teams vying for control, but UMass Lowell's home advantage proved significant. The River Hawks maintained a strong offensive presence, particularly in the second half, where they extended their lead. Key plays included a series of free throws by Darrel Yepdo, who contributed to the final score with crucial points in the closing moments of the game.
Historically, UMass Lowell and UAlbany have faced each other twice this season, with UMass Lowell winning one of those encounters earlier on January 4, 2025, with a score of 73-69. UAlbany had previously defeated UMass Lowell on February 13, 2025, in a close match that ended 90-88. This latest victory allowed UMass Lowell to even their head-to-head record for the season at 1-1.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details about player availability for either team, which can often play a crucial role in game outcomes. However, both teams were looking to capitalize on their respective strengths and minimize weaknesses.
Betting lines from DraftKings indicated UMass Lowell as a favorite with a spread of -2.5, while the total points set at 150.5 suggested expectations for a moderately high-scoring game. The moneyline reflected UMass Lowell at -125 and UAlbany at 105, indicating a slight edge for the home team in the eyes of the bookmakers.
The conditions at the Kennedy Family Athletic Complex were favorable for basketball, contributing to a competitive atmosphere. Fans witnessed a blend of offensive skill and defensive strategies, making it a compelling fixture for spectators.
As the game progressed, viewers were treated to notable scoring plays, including a 23-foot three-point jumper by Tarique Foster that energized the crowd. UMass Lowell's ability to draw fouls and convert free throws, particularly through Yepdo, was a critical factor in their success.
In conclusion, UMass Lowell's victory over UAlbany not only showcased their offensive capabilities but also highlighted the challenges UAlbany faces as they continue to seek improvement in their season. The River Hawks will look to build on this momentum, while UAlbany will need to regroup and address their defensive issues as they move forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UML -2.5 | 150.5 o -110 / u -110 | UAlbany Great Danes +105 · UMass Lowell River Hawks -125 |
Leaders
- PointsXavier Spencer23UMass Lowell River Hawks
- AssistsXavier Spencer5UMass Lowell River Hawks
- ReboundsAngel Montas Jr.9UMass Lowell River Hawks
- PointsAmir Lindsey19UAlbany Great Danes
- AssistsAmir Lindsey7UAlbany Great Danes
- ReboundsOkechukwu Okeke8UAlbany Great Danes
Recent form
UMass Lowell River Hawks
Last 10: 4-6Streak L278.6 scored · 77.4 allowed per game3-0 at home
- L62-90at Iowa HawkeyesDec 29
- L76-88at Boston University TerriersDec 21
- W87-82vs Sacred Heart PioneersDec 16
- L71-75at Quinnipiac BobcatsDec 13
- W122-73vs Fisher EaglesDec 10
- L60-80at Massachusetts MinutemenDec 6
- W90-67vs Emerson LionsNov 29
- W75-64at Stonehill SkyhawksNov 26
- L66-68at Saint Peter's PeacocksNov 22
- L77-87at Bradley BravesNov 20
UAlbany Great Danes
Last 10: 2-8Streak L272.7 scored · 81.7 allowed per game1-6 away
- L67-96at South Carolina GamecocksDec 30
- L75-83vs Cornell Big RedDec 21
- W71-55at Stony Brook SeawolvesDec 18
- L79-105at Florida Atlantic OwlsDec 13
- L82-93at Yale BulldogsDec 10
- L65-93at Columbia LionsDec 6
- W90-62vs SUNY Oneonta Red DragonsNov 30
- L68-88at Fordham RamsNov 30
- L67-69vs Colgate RaidersNov 29
- L63-73at Siena SaintsNov 22
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| UMBC | 24-9 | - | 14-2 |
| Vermont | 22-12 | 2 | 12-4 |
| NJIT | 16-17 | 4 | 10-6 |
| UMass Lowell | 15-18 | 5 | 9-7 |
| UAlbany | 11-21 | 7 | 7-9 |
| Maine | 8-24 | 8 | 6-10 |
| New Hampshire | 9-21 | 9 | 5-11 |
| Bryant | 9-22 | 9 | 5-11 |
| Binghamton | 8-23 | 10 | 4-12 |
Box score
| Stat | UAlbany Great Danes | UMass Lowell River Hawks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 29-62 | 33-67 |
| Field goal % | 47 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 5-18 | 5-16 |
| Three-point % | 28 | 31 |
| Free throws | 8-13 | 12-17 |
| Free throw % | 62 | 71 |
| Rebounds | 29 | 42 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 18 |
| Defensive rebounds | 18 | 24 |
| Assists | 11 | 14 |
| Steals | 5 | 7 |
| Blocks | 6 | 7 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 17 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 15 |
| Points in the paint | 44 | 50 |
| Fouls | 15 | 10 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 24 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 4 | 88 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half32-52Angel Montas Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half34-52Nas Muhammad makes layup
- 2nd Half34-55Xavier Spencer makes 25-foot three point jumper (Darrel Yepdo assists)
- 2nd Half35-55Yaya Keita makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-55Ma'Kye Taylor makes layup (Amir Lindsey assists)
- 2nd Half37-57JJ Massaquoi makes layup
- 2nd Half37-60Victor Okojie makes 24-foot three point jumper (Xavier Spencer assists)
- 2nd Half37-61JJ Massaquoi makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half38-61Okechukwu Okeke makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half39-61Okechukwu Okeke makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half39-63Angel Montas Jr. makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half41-63Amir Lindsey makes layup
- 2nd Half42-63Amir Lindsey makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half42-65JJ Massaquoi makes 1-foot dunk (Xavier Spencer assists)
- 2nd Half44-65Amir Lindsey makes layup
- 2nd Half46-65Tarique Foster makes layup (Amir Lindsey assists)
- 2nd Half46-67Xavier Spencer makes 11-foot jumper
- 2nd Half48-67Isaac Abidde makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half51-67Isaac Abidde makes 23-foot three point jumper (Amir Lindsey assists)
- 2nd Half51-69Austin Green makes layup (Shawn Simmons II assists)
- 2nd Half52-69Amir Lindsey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-69Amir Lindsey makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-71Angel Montas Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half55-71Amir Lindsey makes layup
- 2nd Half55-73Shawn Simmons II makes 1-foot dunk (Darrel Yepdo assists)
- 2nd Half58-73Nas Muhammad makes 24-foot three point jumper (Amir Lindsey assists)
- 2nd Half60-73Isaac Abidde makes layup
- 2nd Half60-75Austin Green makes 1-foot dunk (Shawn Simmons II assists)
- 2nd Half62-75Okechukwu Okeke makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half64-75Nas Muhammad makes layup (Okechukwu Okeke assists)
- 2nd Half64-76Xavier Spencer makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-77Xavier Spencer makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-79Angel Montas Jr. makes layup (Xavier Spencer assists)
- 2nd Half67-79Tarique Foster makes 23-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half68-79Nas Muhammad makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-79Tarique Foster makes 23-foot three point jumper (Nas Muhammad assists)
- 2nd Half71-80Darrel Yepdo makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-81Darrel Yepdo makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-82Darrel Yepdo makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-83Darrel Yepdo makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours UMass Lowell River Hawks, below favours UAlbany Great Danes.
Venue
- Kennedy Family Athletic ComplexLowell, MA
- Attendance636
- OfficialsBrian Zink, David Powell, Jawaan Williams
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