NCAAB · Final

UMBC Edges UAlbany in Close Contest

Saturday, January 31, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Broadview Center

UMBC Retrievers 68, UAlbany Great Danes 65, 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 UAlbany Great Danes?

UMBC Retrievers beat UAlbany Great Danes 68-65 at Broadview Center on January 31, 2026.

Who was favored in UMBC Retrievers vs UAlbany Great Danes?

UMBC Retrievers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -120 (about 55% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the UMBC Retrievers narrowly defeated the UAlbany Great Danes with a final score of 68-65 at the Broadview Center. This game was notable not only for its close score but also for the implications it held in the standings of the NCAAB league. The Retrievers improved their record to 14-8, while the Great Danes fell to 7-17.

The recent form of both teams highlighted the stakes of this game. UAlbany entered the contest with a record of 4-6 over their last ten games and were on a three-game losing streak. Their scoring average during this stretch was 68.8 points per game, while they allowed an average of 69.3 points. In their last five games, UAlbany had a record of 2-3, scoring an average of 66.6 points and allowing 66.0 points.

On the other hand, UMBC had a stronger recent performance, with a record of 6-4 in their last ten games, although they were coming off a loss in their previous outing. The Retrievers averaged 73.9 points per game during this stretch and allowed 68.5 points. In their last five games, they recorded a 3-2 record, with an average of 74.6 points scored and 66.6 points allowed.

The home and away records also painted a contrasting picture. UAlbany had a home record of 4-10, while UMBC boasted a solid away record of 6-4. This matchup was crucial for UAlbany, who needed a win to boost their morale and standings.

Historically, the two teams had met twice in the current season, with each team winning one game. In their earlier meeting on January 23, 2025, UAlbany lost to UMBC with a score of 87-92. However, in a later meeting on February 27, 2025, UAlbany managed to secure a win against UMBC, winning 78-74. This season's head-to-head record stood at 1-1 prior to this matchup.

In terms of injuries, no specific players were listed as unavailable, which meant both teams were at full strength for this critical game. The conditions at the Broadview Center were typical for a winter evening, with a crowd eager to support their home team.

The betting market reflected the close nature of the matchup, with DraftKings listing UMBC as a slight favorite with a spread of 1.5 points. The total points line was set at 141.5, indicating expectations for a moderately high-scoring game.

As the game unfolded, it became a back-and-forth affair, with both teams exchanging leads. Key moments included a crucial 5-foot turnaround jump shot by Caden Diggs that put UMBC ahead late in the second half. The game saw several lead changes, with the final moments being particularly tense as both teams battled for every point.

In the closing stages, free throws became pivotal. Jose Roberto Tanchyn's successful free throws helped UMBC secure their lead, ultimately sealing the victory. The final score reflected the intensity and competitiveness of the game, with UMBC managing to hold on for the win despite UAlbany's efforts to rally.

Overall, this matchup showcased the resilience of UMBC as they overcame recent challenges to secure a vital win, while UAlbany continued to search for answers as they faced another tough loss.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	UMBC -1.5	141.5 o -108 / u -112	UMBC Retrievers -120 · UAlbany Great Danes +100

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Leaders

PointsIsaac Abidde20UAlbany Great Danes
AssistsAmir Lindsey6UAlbany Great Danes
ReboundsOkechukwu Okeke10UAlbany Great Danes
PointsAce Valentine15UMBC Retrievers
AssistsDJ Armstrong Jr.4UMBC Retrievers
ReboundsJose Roberto Tanchyn10UMBC Retrievers

Recent form

UAlbany Great Danes

Last 10: 4-6Streak L368.8 scored · 69.3 allowed per game3-2 at home

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
L75-83vs Cornell Big RedDec 21
W71-55at Stony Brook SeawolvesDec 18

UMBC Retrievers

Last 10: 6-4Streak L173.9 scored · 68.5 allowed per game2-3 away

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
W93-59at Coppin State EaglesDec 29
L69-94at South Florida BullsDec 21
L60-63vs Army Black KnightsDec 12

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	UAlbany Great Danes
Field goals	20-45	26-60
Field goal %	44	43
Three-pointers	6-17	9-27
Three-point %	35	33
Free throws	22-27	4-8
Free throw %	81	50
Rebounds	27	34
Offensive rebounds	5	12
Defensive rebounds	22	22
Assists	9	15
Steals	8	8
Blocks	1	3
Turnovers	9	13
Team turnovers	0	2
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	14	12
Fast-break points	11	8
Points in the paint	26	34
Fouls	10	19
Largest lead	4	9
Lead changes	5	5
Time in front	21	70

How the scoring went

2nd Half29-32Josh Odunowo makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half32-32DJ Armstrong Jr. makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ace Valentine assists)
2nd Half35-32Ace Valentine makes 23-foot three point jumper (Josh Odunowo assists)
2nd Half35-34Jaden Kempson makes driving layup
2nd Half35-36Isaac Abidde makes driving layup (Amir Lindsey assists)
2nd Half38-36DJ Armstrong Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jose Roberto Tanchyn assists)
2nd Half38-38Okechukwu Okeke makes 3-foot hook shot
2nd Half40-38Jose Roberto Tanchyn makes 4-foot hook shot
2nd Half40-39Jaden Kempson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half42-39Ace Valentine makes driving layup
2nd Half43-39Ace Valentine makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half43-42Amir Lindsey makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jaden Kempson assists)
2nd Half45-42Ace Valentine makes 15-foot step back jumpshot
2nd Half45-45Isaac Abidde makes 25-foot three point jumper (Amir Lindsey assists)
2nd Half47-45Riley Jacobs makes layup
2nd Half48-45DJ Armstrong Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half49-45DJ Armstrong Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half49-47Okechukwu Okeke makes layup
2nd Half49-49Okechukwu Okeke makes 3-foot dunk (Jaden Kempson assists)
2nd Half50-49Caden Diggs makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half51-49Caden Diggs makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half51-52Miles Rose makes 24-foot three point jumper (Amir Lindsey assists)
2nd Half51-54Okechukwu Okeke makes 3-foot dunk (Ma'Kye Taylor assists)
2nd Half52-54Cougar Downing makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half53-54Cougar Downing makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half53-56Ma'Kye Taylor makes layup
2nd Half55-56Jose Roberto Tanchyn makes driving layup
2nd Half55-59Amir Lindsey makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ma'Kye Taylor assists)
2nd Half55-61Ma'Kye Taylor makes 3-foot dunk (Jaden Kempson assists)
2nd Half57-61Jose Roberto Tanchyn makes 2-foot hook shot
2nd Half57-63Ma'Kye Taylor makes 5-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half60-63DJ Armstrong Jr. makes 24-foot three pointer
2nd Half62-63Caden Diggs makes 5-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half63-63Josh Odunowo makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half63-65Isaac Abidde makes driving layup
2nd Half64-65Jose Roberto Tanchyn makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half65-65Ace Valentine makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half66-65Ace Valentine makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half67-65Jose Roberto Tanchyn makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half68-65Jose Roberto Tanchyn makes free throw 2 of 2