NCAAB · Final

UMBC Defeats New Hampshire in Dominant Performance

Saturday, February 14, 2026, 1:00 PM ET · Lundholm Gymnasium

UMBC Retrievers 85, New Hampshire Wildcats 63, 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 UMBC Retrievers vs New Hampshire Wildcats?

UMBC Retrievers beat New Hampshire Wildcats 85-63 at Lundholm Gymnasium on February 14, 2026.

Who was favored in UMBC Retrievers vs New Hampshire Wildcats?

UMBC Retrievers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -148 (about 60% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive matchup, the UMBC Retrievers triumphed over the New Hampshire Wildcats with a final score of 85-63. This victory highlights UMBC's strong performance as they continue to build momentum in their season. The game took place at Lundholm Gymnasium on February 14, 2026, where UMBC entered as the favorite, with odds of -2.5 provided by DraftKings.

The Retrievers have shown impressive form lately, boasting a record of 8-2 in their last ten games, including a three-game winning streak. They have averaged 74.2 points while allowing only 65.8 points per game during this stretch. Their recent victory against the Maine Black Bears, where they won 78-62, further solidified their status as a formidable opponent. In contrast, the Wildcats have struggled, with a record of 4-6 in their last ten games and currently on a three-game losing streak. They averaged 72.1 points scored but allowed 74.6 points during this period, indicative of their defensive challenges.

At home, New Hampshire has a record of 3-2, while they have struggled on the road with a 1-4 record. UMBC, on the other hand, has excelled in away games with a 3-2 record, complementing their perfect 5-0 home record. This game marked the fourth meeting between these two teams in the current season and the Retrievers have now won two of the last three encounters, including a narrow 75-74 victory earlier this year.

In terms of injuries, the block does not specify any players missing from either team, suggesting both squads were at full strength for this crucial matchup. The betting market reflected confidence in UMBC's ability to secure a win, with a moneyline of -148 for the away team, while the home team was listed at +124.

The conditions during the game were conducive to a high-scoring affair, with a total set at 146.5 points by DraftKings. This was an indication that both teams could potentially capitalize on scoring opportunities, but ultimately, UMBC's defense proved to be a significant factor in their victory.

As the game unfolded, viewers witnessed several key scoring plays, including a 24-foot three-point jumper by Ace Valentine and a series of free throws by Cougar Downing that helped to extend UMBC's lead in the second half. The Retrievers maintained control throughout, showcasing their offensive depth and defensive resilience.

Overall, UMBC's commanding performance not only secures them a vital win but also positions them well as they continue their pursuit of a strong finish to the season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	UMBC -2.5	146.5 o -105 / u -115	UMBC Retrievers -148 · New Hampshire Wildcats +124

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Leaders

PointsR.J. Kennedy15New Hampshire Wildcats
AssistsKiJan Robinson4New Hampshire Wildcats
ReboundsBelal El Shakery14New Hampshire Wildcats
PointsJah'Likai King17UMBC Retrievers
AssistsJose Roberto Tanchyn4UMBC Retrievers
ReboundsJose Roberto Tanchyn12UMBC Retrievers

Recent form

New Hampshire Wildcats

Last 10: 4-6Streak L372.1 scored · 74.6 allowed per game3-2 at home

L70-76vs NJIT HighlandersFeb 12
L57-80at Vermont CatamountsFeb 7
L84-92at Bryant BulldogsJan 31
W66-61vs UMass Lowell River HawksJan 29
W80-72vs UAlbany Great DanesJan 24
W88-82vs Binghamton BearcatsJan 22
W65-48at Maine Black BearsJan 19
L74-75at UMBC RetrieversJan 10
L76-80at NJIT HighlandersJan 9
L61-80vs Vermont CatamountsJan 3

UMBC Retrievers

Last 10: 8-2Streak W374.2 scored · 65.8 allowed per game3-2 away

W78-62at Maine Black BearsFeb 12
W79-62vs Binghamton BearcatsFeb 5
W68-65at UAlbany Great DanesFeb 1
L55-64at Vermont CatamountsJan 30
W79-56vs UMass Lowell River HawksJan 24
W87-74vs NJIT HighlandersJan 22
W78-60at Binghamton BearcatsJan 19
L74-79at Bryant BulldogsJan 15
W75-74vs New Hampshire WildcatsJan 10
W69-62vs Maine Black BearsJan 8

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	UMBC Retrievers	New Hampshire Wildcats
Field goals	30-58	21-55
Field goal %	52	38
Three-pointers	9-24	8-30
Three-point %	38	27
Free throws	16-19	13-20
Free throw %	84	65
Rebounds	34	32
Offensive rebounds	6	9
Defensive rebounds	28	23
Assists	14	11
Steals	7	3
Blocks	0	1
Turnovers	8	13
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	18	12
Fast-break points	8	7
Points in the paint	34	26
Fouls	16	13
Largest lead	29	0
Lead changes	0	0
Time in front	95	0

How the scoring went

2nd Half49-28Jah'Likai King makes 14-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half52-28DJ Armstrong Jr. makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jah'Likai King assists)
2nd Half55-28DJ Armstrong Jr. makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jose Roberto Tanchyn assists)
2nd Half55-29Belal El Shakery makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half55-32Jack Graham makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tyler Bike assists)
2nd Half56-32Josh Odunowo makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half57-32Josh Odunowo makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half57-33Jack Graham makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half59-33Jah'Likai King makes layup (DJ Armstrong Jr. assists)
2nd Half62-33Caden Diggs makes 23-foot three point jumper (DJ Armstrong Jr. assists)
2nd Half62-34Jack Graham makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half62-35Jack Graham makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half62-37Jack Graham makes layup
2nd Half64-37Ace Valentine makes layup
2nd Half66-37Riley Jacobs makes 3-foot dunk (Caden Diggs assists)
2nd Half66-39R.J. Kennedy makes driving layup
2nd Half68-39Riley Jacobs makes layup (Cougar Downing assists)
2nd Half68-41John Squire makes layup (Jack Graham assists)
2nd Half68-44Jack Graham makes 23-foot three point jumper (KiJan Robinson assists)
2nd Half70-44Riley Jacobs makes layup
2nd Half70-45Tyler Bike makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half72-45Josh Odunowo makes 1-foot dunk
2nd Half74-45Caden Diggs makes 14-foot jumper
2nd Half74-47Belal El Shakery makes layup
2nd Half76-47Josh Odunowo makes layup
2nd Half76-50R.J. Kennedy makes 23-foot three point jumper (KiJan Robinson assists)
2nd Half76-51R.J. Kennedy makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half76-52R.J. Kennedy makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half78-52Josh Odunowo makes driving layup (Jose Roberto Tanchyn assists)
2nd Half80-52DJ Armstrong Jr. makes layup (Jah'Likai King assists)
2nd Half80-53KiJan Robinson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half80-54KiJan Robinson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half80-56Comeh Emuobor makes 4-foot dunk (John Squire assists)
2nd Half83-56Ace Valentine makes 24-foot three point jumper (Tim Eze assists)
2nd Half83-59R.J. Kennedy makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tyler Bike assists)
2nd Half83-61Comeh Emuobor makes 9-foot jumper
2nd Half83-62R.J. Kennedy makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half83-63R.J. Kennedy makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half84-63Cougar Downing makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half85-63Cougar Downing makes free throw 2 of 2