UMass Lowell River Hawks Defeat UAlbany Great Danes 89-79
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Broadview Center
UMass Lowell River Hawks 89, UAlbany Great Danes 79, 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 UAlbany Great Danes?
UMass Lowell River Hawks beat UAlbany Great Danes 89-79 at Broadview Center on February 7, 2026.
Who was favored in UMass Lowell River Hawks vs UAlbany Great Danes?
UAlbany Great Danes were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -192 (about 66% implied). The underdog won.
In a closely contested matchup, the UMass Lowell River Hawks emerged victorious against the UAlbany Great Danes with a final score of 89-79. This game, held at the Broadview Center, showcased the River Hawks' ability to capitalize on their scoring opportunities, particularly in the second half, where they maintained control to secure the win.
Both teams entered this game with similar recent form, each holding a record of 4-6 in their last ten games. UAlbany, with an overall record of 8-17, had recently ended a losing streak with a win against the Bryant Bulldogs, while UMass Lowell, now at 10-15, was looking to bounce back after a loss to NJIT Highlanders. UAlbany averaged 67.2 points per game while allowing 68.6, whereas UMass Lowell scored an average of 69.1 points but allowed 74.5, indicating a struggle with defensive consistency.
At home, UAlbany had a record of 3-2 in their last five games, while they struggled away with just one win out of five. UMass Lowell's away record was 2-4, showing they too faced challenges outside their home venue. The River Hawks had previously triumphed over the Great Danes earlier in the season, winning 83-71 on January 3, 2026. This victory marked their second win against UAlbany within the same season, as they had also defeated them in a close game last season.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any impact players missing from the lineup for either team, suggesting both squads were at full strength for this crucial encounter. The betting lines provided by DraftKings indicated a spread of UAlbany -4.5, with a total set at 143.5. This reflected the expectations of a competitive game, though the final outcome showed UMass Lowell exceeding those expectations.
The conditions for the game were typical for a February night, with no significant weather events reported that would affect play. Fans witnessed a high-paced game that featured several scoring plays of note, particularly in the second half. Angel Montas Jr. contributed significantly with a crucial dunk, while Okechukwu Okeke made several key layups and free throws that helped UMass Lowell maintain their lead. The River Hawks' ability to execute under pressure, particularly with free throws late in the game, was instrumental in their victory.
As the game progressed, it became evident that UMass Lowell's strategy of aggressive scoring and solid defense paid off. The Great Danes fought hard to close the gap but ultimately could not overcome the River Hawks' lead. UAlbany's scoring struggles in the second half, where they averaged only 63.8 points in their last five games, were evident as they fell short against a more efficient UMass Lowell offense.
Overall, this matchup highlighted the competitive nature of NCAAB, with both teams showcasing their strengths and weaknesses. UMass Lowell's victory not only improved their record but also solidified their position in the conference standings, while UAlbany will need to regroup and address their defensive issues moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UALB -4.5 | 143.5 o -105 / u -115 | UMass Lowell River Hawks +160 · UAlbany Great Danes -192 |
Leaders
- PointsAmir Lindsey23UAlbany Great Danes
- AssistsAmir Lindsey7UAlbany Great Danes
- ReboundsOkechukwu Okeke11UAlbany Great Danes
- PointsVictor Okojie22UMass Lowell River Hawks
- AssistsDarrel Yepdo6UMass Lowell River Hawks
- ReboundsVictor Okojie11UMass Lowell River Hawks
Recent form
UAlbany Great Danes
Last 10: 4-6Streak W167.2 scored · 68.6 allowed per game3-2 at home
- W65-63at Bryant BulldogsFeb 5
- L65-68vs UMBC RetrieversFeb 1
- L68-77vs NJIT HighlandersJan 29
- L72-80at New Hampshire WildcatsJan 24
- L49-52at Maine Black BearsJan 22
- W75-68vs Vermont CatamountsJan 19
- W69-53vs Binghamton BearcatsJan 15
- W71-46vs Bryant BulldogsJan 10
- L71-83at UMass Lowell River HawksJan 3
- L67-96at South Carolina GamecocksDec 30
UMass Lowell River Hawks
Last 10: 4-6Streak L169.1 scored · 74.5 allowed per game2-4 away
- L56-81at NJIT HighlandersFeb 6
- W91-77vs Maine Black BearsJan 31
- L61-66at New Hampshire WildcatsJan 29
- L56-79at UMBC RetrieversJan 24
- L68-77vs Vermont CatamountsJan 22
- L64-73vs NJIT HighlandersJan 15
- W73-68at Binghamton BearcatsJan 10
- W77-63at Bryant BulldogsJan 8
- W83-71vs UAlbany Great DanesJan 3
- L62-90at Iowa HawkeyesDec 29
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 | UMass Lowell River Hawks | UAlbany Great Danes |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-54 | 29-58 |
| Field goal % | 56 | 50 |
| Three-pointers | 7-13 | 5-16 |
| Three-point % | 54 | 31 |
| Free throws | 22-31 | 16-26 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 62 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 26 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 24 | 18 |
| Assists | 13 | 11 |
| Steals | 4 | 10 |
| Blocks | 1 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 10 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 11 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 42 | 42 |
| Fouls | 17 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 17 | 4 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 74 | 18 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half51-50JJ Massaquoi makes layup
- 2nd Half54-50Victor Okojie makes 24-foot three point jumper (Xavier Spencer assists)
- 2nd Half54-51Okechukwu Okeke makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-51JJ Massaquoi makes layup
- 2nd Half57-51JJ Massaquoi makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half60-51Victor Okojie makes 23-foot three point jumper (Xavier Spencer assists)
- 2nd Half63-51Xavier Spencer makes 27-foot three point jumper (Darrel Yepdo assists)
- 2nd Half63-53Okechukwu Okeke makes layup
- 2nd Half65-53JJ Massaquoi makes layup
- 2nd Half65-55Jaden Kempson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half67-55Victor Okojie makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half67-57Okechukwu Okeke makes layup (Amir Lindsey assists)
- 2nd Half69-57Xavier Spencer makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half71-57Angel Montas Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half72-57Angel Montas Jr. makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half72-58Jaden Kempson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-58Xavier Spencer makes driving layup
- 2nd Half74-60Amir Lindsey makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half76-60Xavier Spencer makes layup
- 2nd Half76-61Okechukwu Okeke makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-61Shawn Simmons II makes 4-foot alley oop dunk (Xavier Spencer assists)
- 2nd Half78-62Amir Lindsey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half78-65Amir Lindsey makes 27-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half78-67Jaden Kempson makes driving layup (Amir Lindsey assists)
- 2nd Half78-68Jaden Kempson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half80-68Angel Montas Jr. makes driving layup
- 2nd Half80-70Jaden Kempson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half81-70Angel Montas Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half82-70Angel Montas Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half82-71Amir Lindsey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half83-71Shawn Simmons II makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half84-71Shawn Simmons II makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half86-71Angel Montas Jr. makes 4-foot dunk (Darrel Yepdo assists)
- 2nd Half86-73Okechukwu Okeke makes layup
- 2nd Half86-74Okechukwu Okeke makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half86-76Okechukwu Okeke makes layup (Amir Lindsey assists)
- 2nd Half87-76Xavier Spencer makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half88-76Xavier Spencer makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half88-79Amir Lindsey makes 27-foot three point jumper (Miles Rose assists)
- 2nd Half89-79Xavier Spencer makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours UAlbany Great Danes, below favours UMass Lowell River Hawks.
Venue
- Broadview CenterAlbany, NY
- Attendance2009
- OfficialsPhil Sallustio Jr., Daniel Basile, Jailaan Kinsey
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