UMBC Dominates UMass Lowell in Conference Clash
Tuesday, March 10, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena
UMBC Retrievers 91, UMass Lowell River Hawks 69, 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 UMBC Retrievers?
UMBC Retrievers beat UMass Lowell River Hawks 91-69 at Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena on March 10, 2026.
Who was favored in UMass Lowell River Hawks vs UMBC Retrievers?
UMBC Retrievers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -355 (about 78% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the UMBC Retrievers triumphed over the UMass Lowell River Hawks with a final score of 91-69. This victory highlights UMBC's impressive form, as they extended their winning streak to 11 games, showcasing a dominant performance on their home court at the Chesapeake Employers Insurance Arena. The Retrievers finished the season with a home record of 23-8, while the River Hawks concluded at 15-18.
UMBC's recent form has been exceptional, with a perfect 10-0 record in their last ten games. They averaged 78.0 points scored per game while allowing only 61.5 points, demonstrating their strong defensive capabilities. In their last five games, they maintained an average of 79.0 points scored and 60.2 points allowed, further emphasizing their ability to control the pace and outcome of games.
On the other hand, UMass Lowell's recent performance has been more mixed, finishing their last ten games with a record of 7-3. They averaged 76.6 points scored and allowed 72.3 points per game. Their last five games saw them average 72.8 points scored and 72.2 points allowed, indicating a more balanced but less dominant performance compared to UMBC.
When examining their home and away records, UMBC excelled at home with a 5-0 record in their last five home games, while UMass Lowell had a 2-2 record in their last four away games. This home advantage for UMBC was evident in their ability to perform under pressure in front of their fans.
The two teams have faced each other four times recently, with the series tied at 2-2. In their most recent encounter on February 28, 2026, UMBC defeated UMass Lowell 84-60, further establishing their dominance in this season's matchups. Earlier in the season, UMBC also won against UMass Lowell at home with a score of 79-56 on January 24, 2026.
In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any significant player absences that affected the outcome of the game, allowing both teams to field their strongest lineups. This contributed to the high level of competition and the overall quality of play.
The betting odds from DraftKings indicated UMBC as a strong favorite with a spread of -7.5, reflecting their recent form and home advantage. The total points line was set at 147.5, which the teams surpassed with their combined score of 160 points.
Conditions during the game were conducive for basketball, with no adverse weather or external factors reported that could have impacted performance. Fans witnessed a high-scoring affair, with UMBC's offensive prowess on full display.
Viewers should have noted the standout performances from UMBC, particularly in the second half, where they maintained control and extended their lead. Key moments included multiple dunks and layups that energized the crowd and demoralized the River Hawks. UMass Lowell struggled to keep pace, particularly in the second half, where they were outscored significantly.
Overall, this game was a testament to UMBC's strength as they prepare for the postseason, while UMass Lowell will need to regroup and assess their strategy moving forward.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UMBC -7.5 | 147.5 o -112 / u -108 | UMass Lowell River Hawks +280 · UMBC Retrievers -355 |
Leaders
- PointsJah'Likai King24UMBC Retrievers
- AssistsAce Valentine3UMBC Retrievers
- ReboundsJose Roberto Tanchyn11UMBC Retrievers
- PointsAngel Montas Jr.20UMass Lowell River Hawks
- AssistsAustin Green3UMass Lowell River Hawks
- ReboundsAustin Green10UMass Lowell River Hawks
Recent form
UMBC Retrievers
Last 10: 10-0Streak W1078 scored · 61.5 allowed per game5-0 at home
- W84-69vs New Hampshire WildcatsMar 7
- W91-52at NJIT HighlandersMar 3
- W84-60at UMass Lowell River HawksFeb 28
- W70-58vs Bryant BulldogsFeb 26
- W66-62vs UAlbany Great DanesFeb 21
- W75-62vs Vermont CatamountsFeb 19
- W85-63at New Hampshire WildcatsFeb 14
- W78-62at Maine Black BearsFeb 12
- W79-62vs Binghamton BearcatsFeb 5
- W68-65at UAlbany Great DanesFeb 1
UMass Lowell River Hawks
Last 10: 7-3Streak W276.6 scored · 72.3 allowed per game2-2 away
- W81-76vs UAlbany Great DanesMar 7
- W67-56at Maine Black BearsMar 3
- L60-84vs UMBC RetrieversFeb 28
- L64-66at Vermont CatamountsFeb 27
- W92-79vs Binghamton BearcatsFeb 21
- W78-56vs New Hampshire WildcatsFeb 19
- W88-69vs Bryant BulldogsFeb 12
- W89-79at UAlbany Great DanesFeb 8
- L56-81at NJIT HighlandersFeb 6
- W91-77vs Maine Black BearsJan 31
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 | UMBC Retrievers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-69 | 33-61 |
| Field goal % | 36 | 54 |
| Three-pointers | 9-26 | 9-20 |
| Three-point % | 35 | 45 |
| Free throws | 10-11 | 16-22 |
| Free throw % | 91 | 73 |
| Rebounds | 37 | 37 |
| Offensive rebounds | 17 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 26 |
| Assists | 6 | 15 |
| Steals | 5 | 10 |
| Blocks | 3 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 6 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 2 | 22 |
| Fast-break points | 0 | 12 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 40 |
| Fouls | 14 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 1 | 22 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 1 | 96 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half36-51Josh Odunowo makes driving layup
- 2nd Half36-54Ace Valentine makes 27-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half38-54Austin Green makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half38-56Jose Roberto Tanchyn makes 7-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half41-56Angel Montas Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half41-58Josh Odunowo makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half43-58Austin Green makes layup (Darrel Yepdo assists)
- 2nd Half44-58Austin Green makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half47-58Angel Montas Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (Darrel Yepdo assists)
- 2nd Half47-59Jah'Likai King makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half47-60Jah'Likai King makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half49-60Shawn Simmons II makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half49-61Jose Roberto Tanchyn makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half49-62Jose Roberto Tanchyn makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-62Shawn Simmons II makes layup
- 2nd Half51-64Ace Valentine makes driving layup
- 2nd Half51-67Jah'Likai King makes 25-foot three point jumper (Caden Diggs assists)
- 2nd Half51-68Riley Jacobs makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-68Shawn Simmons II makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half54-70Riley Jacobs makes 2-foot dunk (Ace Valentine assists)
- 2nd Half56-70Darrel Yepdo makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half56-72Josh Odunowo makes layup
- 2nd Half56-74Ace Valentine makes layup (Caden Diggs assists)
- 2nd Half57-74Xavier Spencer makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-74Xavier Spencer makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-76Josh Odunowo makes 11-foot jumper
- 2nd Half60-76Austin Green makes layup
- 2nd Half60-79Jah'Likai King makes 28-foot three point jumper (DJ Armstrong Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half60-81Ace Valentine makes driving layup
- 2nd Half63-81Darrel Yepdo makes 25-foot three point jumper (Austin Green assists)
- 2nd Half63-82DJ Armstrong Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-83DJ Armstrong Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-85Josh Odunowo makes layup (Jah'Likai King assists)
- 2nd Half65-85Xavier Spencer makes 17-foot jumper
- 2nd Half66-85Xavier Spencer makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-85Xavier Spencer makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-87Tim Eze makes layup
- 2nd Half69-87Angel Montas Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half69-89Tim Eze makes 2-foot dunk (Riley Jacobs assists)
- 2nd Half69-91Tim Eze makes 3-foot dunk
Win probability
Above the line favours UMBC Retrievers, below favours UMass Lowell River Hawks.
Venue
- Chesapeake Employers Insurance ArenaBaltimore, MD
- Attendance2891
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