Iowa Hawkeyes Dominate UMass Lowell River Hawks 90-62
Monday, December 29, 2025, 5:00 PM ET · Carver-Hawkeye Arena
Iowa Hawkeyes 90, UMass Lowell River Hawks 62, 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 Iowa Hawkeyes?
Iowa Hawkeyes beat UMass Lowell River Hawks 90-62 at Carver-Hawkeye Arena on December 29, 2025.
The Iowa Hawkeyes showcased a dominant performance against the UMass Lowell River Hawks, securing a decisive 90-62 victory at Carver-Hawkeye Arena. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as Iowa continued to build on its impressive home record, now standing at 7-0 this season. The Hawkeyes have been formidable at home, averaging 78.8 points while allowing only 59.2 points in their last ten games, which includes an 8-2 record overall during that stretch. Their recent form has seen them on a two-game winning streak, with significant victories against Bucknell and Western Michigan, where they won by scores of 94-39 and 91-51, respectively.
In contrast, UMass Lowell has struggled this season, with a record of 5-10 and just 1-6 in away games. Their recent performances have been inconsistent, as they have lost their last game against Boston University and have a 4-6 record in their last ten outings. The River Hawks have averaged 79.9 points scored but have also allowed 79.3 points, indicating defensive vulnerabilities that Iowa exploited effectively.
The matchup was characterized by Iowa's offensive prowess, which was evident throughout the game. The Hawkeyes' scoring was led by a strong team effort, with contributions from various players. UMass Lowell's best efforts, including a late three-point jumper from Angel Montas Jr., were not enough to close the gap as Iowa maintained control.
In terms of previous meetings, this game marked another chapter in the ongoing competition between the two programs, with Iowa continuing to assert its dominance. The Hawkeyes have consistently performed well against teams with similar records to UMass Lowell, making this fixture significant in the context of their season.
Injury reports did not indicate any significant absences affecting either team, allowing both squads to field their best players. This contributed to a competitive atmosphere, although the outcome heavily favored the home team.
The betting market reflected Iowa's strong performance leading into the game, with DraftKings setting the spread at -33.5 in favor of the Hawkeyes, indicating a high level of confidence in their ability to win by a large margin. The total points line was set at 145.5, reflecting expectations for a high-scoring game, which ultimately came to fruition as Iowa exceeded that total on its own.
The conditions for the game were typical for a December evening in Iowa, with a lively crowd supporting the Hawkeyes. The atmosphere at Carver-Hawkeye Arena was electric, contributing to Iowa's strong home-court advantage.
Viewers should have noted Iowa's offensive strategies, particularly their ability to transition quickly and capitalize on UMass Lowell's defensive lapses. The Hawkeyes' ability to score from both inside and beyond the arc was a key factor in their victory, along with their strong rebounding and defensive efforts that limited UMass Lowell's second-chance opportunities.
Overall, the game served as a reminder of Iowa's potential as a strong contender in the league, while UMass Lowell will need to regroup and address their defensive issues as they move forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | IOWA -33.5 | 145.5 o -108 / u -112 | UMass Lowell River Hawks — · Iowa Hawkeyes — |
Leaders
- PointsBennett Stirtz22Iowa Hawkeyes
- AssistsBennett Stirtz8Iowa Hawkeyes
- ReboundsCam Manyawu9Iowa Hawkeyes
- PointsAngel Montas Jr.23UMass Lowell River Hawks
- AssistsDarrel Yepdo5UMass Lowell River Hawks
- ReboundsAngel Montas Jr.6UMass Lowell River Hawks
Recent form
Iowa Hawkeyes
Last 10: 8-2Streak W278.8 scored · 59.2 allowed per game7-0 at home
- W94-39vs Bucknell BisonDec 20
- W91-51vs Western Michigan BroncosDec 14
- L62-66at Iowa State CyclonesDec 12
- W83-64vs Maryland TerrapinsDec 6
- L52-71at Michigan State SpartansDec 3
- W59-46at Grand Canyon LopesNov 27
- W74-69vs Ole Miss RebelsNov 26
- W93-54vs Chicago State CougarsNov 21
- W99-70vs Southeast Missouri State RedhawksNov 19
- W81-62vs Xavier MusketeersNov 15
UMass Lowell River Hawks
Last 10: 4-6Streak L179.9 scored · 79.3 allowed per game1-6 away
- 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
- L75-109at Wake Forest Demon DeaconsNov 16
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 |
| Michigan | 37-3 | - | 19-1 |
| Nebraska | 28-7 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Michigan State | 27-8 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Illinois | 28-9 | 4 | 15-5 |
| Wisconsin | 24-11 | 5 | 14-6 |
| Purdue | 30-9 | 6 | 13-7 |
| UCLA | 24-12 | 6 | 13-7 |
| Ohio State | 21-13 | 7 | 12-8 |
| Iowa | 24-13 | 9 | 10-10 |
| Indiana | 18-14 | 10 | 9-11 |
| Minnesota | 15-18 | 11 | 8-12 |
| USC | 18-14 | 12 | 7-13 |
| Washington | 16-17 | 12 | 7-13 |
| Rutgers | 14-20 | 13 | 6-14 |
| Northwestern | 15-19 | 14 | 5-15 |
| Oregon | 12-20 | 14 | 5-15 |
| Maryland | 12-21 | 15 | 4-16 |
| Penn State | 12-20 | 16 | 3-17 |
Box score
| Stat | UMass Lowell River Hawks | Iowa Hawkeyes |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-50 | 32-55 |
| Field goal % | 48 | 58 |
| Three-pointers | 5-13 | 4-14 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 29 |
| Free throws | 9-18 | 22-24 |
| Free throw % | 50 | 92 |
| Rebounds | 25 | 29 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 16 | 21 |
| Assists | 11 | 20 |
| Steals | 5 | 10 |
| Blocks | 3 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 22 |
| Fast-break points | 7 | 16 |
| Points in the paint | 36 | 54 |
| Fouls | 15 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 33 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 99 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half35-51Xavier Spencer makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half36-51Xavier Spencer makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half36-53Cam Manyawu makes 2-foot dunk (Bennett Stirtz assists)
- 2nd Half36-54Cam Manyawu makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half36-55Cam Manyawu makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half36-57Bennett Stirtz makes 9-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half36-59Alvaro Folgueiras makes 14-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half37-59Austin Green makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-61Alvaro Folgueiras makes layup
- 2nd Half37-62Alvaro Folgueiras makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half39-62Angel Montas Jr. makes layup (Austin Green assists)
- 2nd Half41-62Austin Green makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half41-64Tavion Banks makes layup (Bennett Stirtz assists)
- 2nd Half43-64Angel Montas Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half43-65Bennett Stirtz makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-66Bennett Stirtz makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-68Tavion Banks makes 2-foot dunk (Alvaro Folgueiras assists)
- 2nd Half43-70Bennett Stirtz makes driving layup (Alvaro Folgueiras assists)
- 2nd Half43-71Bennett Stirtz makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half44-71Xavier Spencer makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-73Bennett Stirtz makes 17-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half44-76Cooper Koch makes 23-foot three point jumper (Bennett Stirtz assists)
- 2nd Half46-76Xavier Spencer makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half46-78Kael Combs makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half46-79Kael Combs makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half48-79Angel Montas Jr. makes 5-foot jumper
- 2nd Half48-80Tate Sage makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half48-81Tate Sage makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half50-81Angel Montas Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-83Trevin Jirak makes layup
- 2nd Half53-83Xavier Spencer makes 23-foot three point jumper (Darrel Yepdo assists)
- 2nd Half53-86Alvaro Folgueiras makes 23-foot three point jumper (Trevin Jirak assists)
- 2nd Half55-86Jerrell Roberson II makes layup (Darrel Yepdo assists)
- 2nd Half55-87Trevin Jirak makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-88Trevin Jirak makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-88Angel Montas Jr. makes layup (Austin Green assists)
- 2nd Half58-88Darrel Yepdo makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-88Darrel Yepdo makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-90Joey Matteoni makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half62-90Angel Montas Jr. makes 24-foot three point jumper (Darrel Yepdo assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Iowa Hawkeyes, below favours UMass Lowell River Hawks.
Venue
- Carver-Hawkeye ArenaIowa City, IA
- Attendance11324
- OfficialsKelly Pfeifer, Luke Schumer, Mason Siler
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