UNC Wilmington Seahawks Defeat Hampton Pirates 75-67
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 12:00 PM ET · Convocation Center (VA)
UNC Wilmington Seahawks 75, Hampton Pirates 67, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won UNC Wilmington Seahawks vs Hampton Pirates?
UNC Wilmington Seahawks beat Hampton Pirates 75-67 at Convocation Center (VA) on January 24, 2026.
Who was favored in UNC Wilmington Seahawks vs Hampton Pirates?
UNC Wilmington Seahawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -170 (about 63% implied). The favorite won.
In an engaging matchup at the Convocation Center in Virginia, the UNC Wilmington Seahawks emerged victorious against the Hampton Pirates, finishing the game with a score of 75-67. This win further solidified the Seahawks' strong season, bringing their record to 19-3, while the Pirates fell to 10-12. The game showcased the contrasting trajectories of the two teams, with UNC Wilmington maintaining a robust away record of 5-1, while Hampton struggled with a 4-1 home record prior to this game.
The Seahawks entered this contest with a recent record of 8-2 over their last ten games, although they were coming off a loss against the William & Mary Tribe just a day prior. They averaged 75.0 points scored and allowed 67.0 points during this stretch. Conversely, the Pirates had a more balanced recent performance, standing at 5-5 in their last ten games, with an average of 67.2 points scored and 67.3 points allowed. Hampton was riding a two-game winning streak before facing the Seahawks, having secured wins against the Monmouth Hawks and North Carolina A&T Aggies.
Historically, the Seahawks have had the upper hand in their recent meetings against the Pirates, boasting a 3-1 record over the last four encounters. Their previous matchup on January 4, 2026, ended in a narrow victory for UNC Wilmington, with a score of 49-45. This history added an extra layer of intensity to the game, as both teams aimed to assert their dominance in the rivalry.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide any specific details, but the absence of key players can often impact a team's performance, especially in tight matchups like this one. Both teams were expected to field their best lineups, which is crucial for maintaining competitive edge.
The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had UNC Wilmington favored by 4.5 points, with a total set at 136.5. This indicated a belief in a closely contested game, though the Seahawks ultimately outperformed expectations with their victory. The odds for the total points reflected a moderate scoring expectation, aligning with the scoring averages of both teams.
The game conditions were typical for a mid-January evening in Virginia, with no specific weather-related factors affecting the indoor venue. Fans witnessed a competitive atmosphere as both teams battled for supremacy on the court.
As the game progressed, notable scoring plays highlighted the Seahawks' ability to maintain their lead. Greedy Williams was instrumental in sealing the victory, making crucial free throws in the latter stages of the second half. Xzavier Long also contributed significantly with a well-timed three-point jumper that kept the momentum in favor of UNC Wilmington. Despite a valiant effort from Hampton, including strong drives to the basket by Kody Williams, they were unable to close the gap sufficiently.
Overall, this matchup served as a testament to the Seahawks' resilience and tactical prowess, while the Pirates will need to regroup and refocus as they look to improve their record in the coming games.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UNCW -4.5 | 136.5 o -108 / u -112 | UNC Wilmington Seahawks -170 · Hampton Pirates +142 |
Leaders
- PointsDaniel Johnson17Hampton Pirates
- AssistsJalyke Gaines-Wyatt6Hampton Pirates
- ReboundsXzavier Long9Hampton Pirates
- PointsGreedy Williams19UNC Wilmington Seahawks
- AssistsGreedy Williams7UNC Wilmington Seahawks
- ReboundsPatrick Wessler8UNC Wilmington Seahawks
Recent form
Hampton Pirates
Last 10: 5-5Streak W267.2 scored · 67.3 allowed per game4-1 at home
- W65-63vs Monmouth HawksJan 23
- W82-61vs North Carolina A&T AggiesJan 20
- L70-74at Charleston CougarsJan 10
- L72-86at Campbell Fighting CamelsJan 9
- L45-49at UNC Wilmington SeahawksJan 4
- W63-62vs Towson TigersDec 31
- W62-59vs Stony Brook SeawolvesDec 30
- L72-81vs Grambling TigersDec 19
- W84-77at Jackson State TigersDec 18
- L57-61at Howard BisonDec 13
UNC Wilmington Seahawks
Last 10: 8-2Streak L175 scored · 67 allowed per game4-1 away
- L70-77at William & Mary TribeJan 23
- W78-75vs Campbell Fighting CamelsJan 18
- W75-71at Stony Brook SeawolvesJan 10
- W87-78at Northeastern HuskiesJan 9
- W49-45vs Hampton PiratesJan 4
- W65-53vs Drexel DragonsJan 1
- W87-78at North Carolina A&T AggiesDec 30
- W100-56vs Columbia (SC) Fighting KoalasDec 27
- L66-67vs Howard BisonDec 20
- W73-70at Valparaiso BeaconsDec 13
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| UNC Wilmington | 27-7 | - | 15-3 |
| Charleston | 21-11 | 1 | 14-4 |
| Hofstra | 24-11 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Monmouth | 19-15 | 4 | 11-7 |
| William & Mary | 20-12 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Drexel | 17-16 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Towson | 19-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Stony Brook | 17-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Campbell | 16-18 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Hampton | 13-19 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Elon | 14-18 | 9 | 6-12 |
| North Carolina A&T | 11-19 | 11 | 4-14 |
| Northeastern | 7-24 | 13 | 2-16 |
Box score
| Stat | UNC Wilmington Seahawks | Hampton Pirates |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-49 | 27-58 |
| Field goal % | 53 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 4-12 | 8-25 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 32 |
| Free throws | 19-27 | 5-8 |
| Free throw % | 70 | 63 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 30 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 10 |
| Defensive rebounds | 23 | 20 |
| Assists | 9 | 14 |
| Steals | 4 | 2 |
| Blocks | 0 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 11 | 6 |
| Fast-break points | 14 | 4 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 22 |
| Fouls | 15 | 20 |
| Largest lead | 12 | 5 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 66 | 19 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half38-37Christian May makes 13-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half40-37Christian May makes driving layup
- 2nd Half42-37Greedy Williams makes driving layup
- 2nd Half42-38Eunique Rink makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half44-38Noah Ross makes driving layup (Greedy Williams assists)
- 2nd Half44-41Daniel Johnson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jalyke Gaines-Wyatt assists)
- 2nd Half46-41Greedy Williams makes 14-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half46-43Michael Eley makes 16-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half49-43Nolan Hodge makes 27-foot three point jumper (Greedy Williams assists)
- 2nd Half49-45Michael Eley makes 13-foot pullup jump shot (Jalyke Gaines-Wyatt assists)
- 2nd Half49-47Daniel Johnson makes 15-foot turnaround jump shot (Xzavier Long assists)
- 2nd Half50-47Nolan Hodge makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half51-47Nolan Hodge makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-49Josh Ogundele makes layup (Jalyke Gaines-Wyatt assists)
- 2nd Half52-49Greedy Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-49Greedy Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-52Daniel Johnson makes 27-foot three pointer (Jalyke Gaines-Wyatt assists)
- 2nd Half55-52Patrick Wessler makes 6-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half57-52Patrick Wessler makes layup
- 2nd Half58-52Patrick Wessler makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half60-52Patrick Wessler makes 8-foot turnaround jump shot (Greedy Williams assists)
- 2nd Half60-54Jalyke Gaines-Wyatt makes 16-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half62-54Nolan Hodge makes layup (Patrick Wessler assists)
- 2nd Half62-56Josh Ogundele makes 7-foot turnaround jump shot (Jalyke Gaines-Wyatt assists)
- 2nd Half64-56Greedy Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half64-57Josh Ogundele makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-58Josh Ogundele makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-58Patrick Wessler makes layup
- 2nd Half67-58Noah Ross makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-58Noah Ross makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-58Patrick Wessler makes layup (Greedy Williams assists)
- 2nd Half70-60Jalyke Gaines-Wyatt makes driving layup
- 2nd Half71-60Greedy Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-60Greedy Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-63Xzavier Long makes 28-foot three point jumper (Kody Williams assists)
- 2nd Half73-63Greedy Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-65Kody Williams makes driving layup
- 2nd Half74-65Nolan Hodge makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-67Kody Williams makes driving layup
- 2nd Half75-67Greedy Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Hampton Pirates, below favours UNC Wilmington Seahawks.
Venue
- Convocation Center (VA)Hampton, VA
- Attendance852
- OfficialsBrandon Cruz, J.W. Lucas, CJ Middlebrooks
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