NCAAB · Final

Columbia Lions Defeat UMass Lowell River Hawks 86-72

Thursday, November 13, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Levien Gymnasium

Columbia Lions 86, UMass Lowell River Hawks 72, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won UMass Lowell River Hawks vs Columbia Lions?

Columbia Lions beat UMass Lowell River Hawks 86-72 at Levien Gymnasium on November 13, 2025.

In a decisive matchup, the Columbia Lions secured an 86-72 victory over the UMass Lowell River Hawks at Levien Gymnasium. This game showcased the Lions' ability to capitalize on their home court advantage, improving their home record to 3-1 for the season. Meanwhile, the River Hawks fell to 1-4 overall, continuing their struggles on the road with an away record of 0-6.

The Lions entered this game with a recent form of 2-8 over their last ten games, but their performance against UMass Lowell marked a significant improvement. Columbia averaged 69.9 points scored and 82.0 points allowed during this stretch, highlighting their defensive vulnerabilities. However, in this matchup, they managed to outscore their opponents, showcasing a more balanced attack. Their last five games had seen them average 73.8 points while allowing 81.4, indicating a need for defensive adjustments that they may have addressed in this game.

On the other hand, the River Hawks have struggled, particularly in their recent outings, with a record of 3-7 over their last ten games. Their scoring average of 75.0 points per game, coupled with an average of 75.7 points allowed, suggests they have been competitive but unable to secure wins, especially on the road. UMass Lowell's last five games reflected a similar trend, averaging 71.0 points scored and 76.2 points allowed, indicating a defensive issue that has plagued them throughout the season.

Columbia’s victory was highlighted by key scoring plays in the second half, where they maintained control of the game. Kenny Noland and Gerard O'Keefe were instrumental in the latter stages, with Noland contributing with free throws and O'Keefe making significant jumpers, helping to extend their lead. Zine Eddine Bedri also made notable contributions, including a three-point jumper that further solidified the Lions' advantage.

In terms of previous meetings, this game was a continuation of the Lions' recent success against the River Hawks, who have struggled historically in this matchup. The Lions' ability to perform at home has been a critical factor in their overall success, contrasting sharply with UMass Lowell's away struggles.

Injury reports did not indicate any significant absences for either team, allowing both squads to field their strongest lineups. This aspect was crucial, as both teams needed all available players to compete effectively.

The market had priced Columbia as the clear favorite, reflecting their home advantage and recent form. The odds provided by the market indicated a strong belief in the Lions' ability to win, which they ultimately did, confirming their status as the dominant team in this fixture.

Conditions in Levien Gymnasium were favorable for basketball, with a supportive home crowd that energized the Lions. The atmosphere likely played a role in their performance, as home court advantage can often be a decisive factor in college basketball games.

Overall, this matchup highlighted the contrasting fortunes of the two teams, with Columbia demonstrating resilience and the ability to perform under pressure, while UMass Lowell continued to seek answers to their ongoing struggles.

Leaders

PointsKenny Noland24Columbia Lions
AssistsGerard O'Keefe4Columbia Lions
ReboundsMason Ritter9Columbia Lions
PointsAustin Green19UMass Lowell River Hawks
AssistsXavier Spencer12UMass Lowell River Hawks
ReboundsAustin Green6UMass Lowell River Hawks

Recent form

Columbia Lions

Last 10: 2-8Streak L169.9 scored · 82 allowed per game1-2 at home

L62-89at UConn HuskiesNov 10
W71-53at New Haven ChargersNov 7
L81-100at Cornell Big RedMar 8
L87-92vs Pennsylvania QuakersMar 1
L68-73vs Princeton TigersMar 1
L64-90at Yale BulldogsFeb 23
L61-86at Brown BearsFeb 22
L75-87at Harvard CrimsonFeb 15
L56-78at Dartmouth Big GreenFeb 14
W74-72vs Brown BearsFeb 8

UMass Lowell River Hawks

Last 10: 3-7Streak L275 scored · 75.7 allowed per game0-5 away

L67-73vs New Haven ChargersNov 10
L47-110at UConn HuskiesNov 8
W107-55vs Rivier RaidersNov 4
L64-72at Maine Black BearsMar 8
L70-71at Maine Black BearsMar 4
W79-53vs Binghamton BearcatsMar 1
L78-79vs Bryant BulldogsFeb 27
L61-85at Vermont CatamountsFeb 22
W98-79vs UMBC RetrieversFeb 20
L79-80at New Hampshire WildcatsFeb 15

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
Yale	24-7	-	11-3
Harvard	17-12	1	10-4
Pennsylvania	18-12	2	9-5
Cornell	15-13	3	8-6
Columbia	16-12	6	5-9
Dartmouth	11-16	6	5-9
Princeton	9-20	6	5-9
Brown	9-18	8	3-11

Box score

Stat	UMass Lowell River Hawks	Columbia Lions
Field goals	28-59	30-63
Field goal %	47	48
Three-pointers	7-13	8-19
Three-point %	54	42
Free throws	9-14	18-26
Free throw %	64	69
Rebounds	25	48
Offensive rebounds	10	23
Defensive rebounds	15	25
Assists	21	15
Steals	6	6
Blocks	2	3
Turnovers	14	17
Team turnovers	1	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	19	19
Fast-break points	3	6
Points in the paint	40	38
Fouls	20	17
Largest lead	9	16

How the scoring went

2nd Half43-47Connor Igoe made Free Throw.
2nd Half43-48Connor Igoe made Free Throw.
2nd Half43-49Connor Igoe made Free Throw.
2nd Half43-52Kenny Noland made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Blair Thompson.
2nd Half45-52Darrel Yepdo made Layup. Assisted by Shawn Simmons II.
2nd Half45-54Hampton Sanders made Jumper.
2nd Half45-55Hampton Sanders made Free Throw.
2nd Half45-56Kenny Noland made Free Throw.
2nd Half45-57Kenny Noland made Free Throw.
2nd Half47-57Austin Green made Layup. Assisted by Xavier Spencer.
2nd Half49-57Austin Green made Layup. Assisted by Xavier Spencer.
2nd Half49-58Hampton Sanders made Free Throw.
2nd Half49-60Zine Eddine Bedri made Layup. Assisted by Gerard O'Keefe.
2nd Half49-62Mason Ritter made Dunk. Assisted by Hampton Sanders.
2nd Half52-62Khalil Farmer made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half52-65Gerard O'Keefe made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Mason Ritter.
2nd Half54-65Austin Green made Layup.
2nd Half54-67Gerard O'Keefe made Layup.
2nd Half55-67Darrel Yepdo made Free Throw.
2nd Half56-67Darrel Yepdo made Free Throw.
2nd Half56-69Mason Ritter made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half59-69Xavier Spencer made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Shawn Simmons II.
2nd Half59-71Gerard O'Keefe made Jumper.
2nd Half61-71Austin Green made Layup. Assisted by Khalil Farmer.
2nd Half62-71Austin Green made Free Throw.
2nd Half62-72Gerard O'Keefe made Free Throw.
2nd Half62-73Gerard O'Keefe made Free Throw.
2nd Half63-73Shawn Simmons II made Free Throw.
2nd Half64-73Shawn Simmons II made Free Throw.
2nd Half64-75Kenny Noland made Layup. Assisted by Zine Eddine Bedri.
2nd Half66-75Xavier Spencer made Jumper. Assisted by Darrel Yepdo.
2nd Half68-75Xavier Spencer made Layup.
2nd Half68-78Kenny Noland made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Gerard O'Keefe.
2nd Half68-80Gerard O'Keefe made Jumper.
2nd Half70-80Khalil Farmer made Jumper. Assisted by Xavier Spencer.
2nd Half70-83Zine Eddine Bedri made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Gerard O'Keefe.
2nd Half70-84Zine Eddine Bedri made Free Throw.
2nd Half70-85Kenny Noland made Free Throw.
2nd Half70-86Kenny Noland made Free Throw.
2nd Half72-86Xavier Spencer made Layup.