UNC Wilmington Seahawks Defeat Northeastern Huskies 87-78
Thursday, January 8, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Cabot Center
UNC Wilmington Seahawks 87, Northeastern Huskies 78, 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 Northeastern Huskies?
UNC Wilmington Seahawks beat Northeastern Huskies 87-78 at Cabot Center on January 8, 2026.
Who was favored in UNC Wilmington Seahawks vs Northeastern Huskies?
UNC Wilmington Seahawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -205 (about 67% implied). The favorite won.
The UNC Wilmington Seahawks secured a solid victory over the Northeastern Huskies, winning 87-78 in a matchup that showcased the stark contrast in the teams' recent performances. The Seahawks, boasting a strong away record of 15-2, continued their impressive run, extending their winning streak to four games, while the Huskies fell to a disappointing 5-10 overall.
In their last ten games, the Seahawks have recorded a 9-1 record, averaging 75.5 points per game while allowing only 62.0. This defensive strength has been a hallmark of their recent success, as evidenced by their last five games where they averaged 73.4 points scored and only 59.8 points allowed. In contrast, the Huskies have struggled, with a record of 3-7 in their last ten outings, averaging 77.3 points scored but conceding a troubling 82.4 points per game. Their last five games have seen them average 83.6 points scored and 90.0 points allowed, highlighting their defensive vulnerabilities.
The game took place at the Cabot Center, where the Huskies have a home record of 1-0 this season, but they have struggled on the road with a 2-7 record. The Seahawks have been particularly strong on the road, maintaining a perfect 3-0 away record this season. The previous meeting between these two teams occurred on January 17, 2025, where the Seahawks also emerged victorious, winning 80-72.
In terms of player availability, the block does not provide specific details about injuries affecting either team. However, the absence or presence of key players could have a significant impact on performance, particularly for the Huskies, who have been inconsistent in their scoring and defensive efforts.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Seahawks favored by 4.5 points with a total set at 142.5. The odds reflected the Seahawks' strong form and overall record, while the Huskies were seen as underdogs with a moneyline of +170 compared to the Seahawks' -205.
Conditions during the game were not detailed in the block, but factors such as crowd support at the Cabot Center and the energy of the players can often influence the outcome of such fixtures. Viewers were likely to watch for the Seahawks' defensive strategies, which have been effective in recent games, and the Huskies' attempts to overcome their defensive struggles.
The final score of 87-78 indicates a competitive match, with the Seahawks maintaining control in the latter stages. Key scoring plays included a layup by Noah Ross and free throws from Nolan Hodge, which helped the Seahawks extend their lead as the game progressed. The Huskies fought hard, with Ryan Williams contributing a driving layup late in the game, but ultimately, they could not bridge the gap.
Overall, this fixture highlighted the disparity in form between the two teams, with the Seahawks continuing their strong season while the Huskies face challenges as they navigate through their schedule.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | UNCW -4.5 | 142.5 o -108 / u -112 | UNC Wilmington Seahawks -205 · Northeastern Huskies +170 |
Leaders
- PointsYouri Fritz21Northeastern Huskies
- AssistsMike Loughnane6Northeastern Huskies
- ReboundsTy Francis6Northeastern Huskies
- PointsPatrick Wessler19UNC Wilmington Seahawks
- AssistsGreedy Williams7UNC Wilmington Seahawks
- ReboundsPatrick Wessler11UNC Wilmington Seahawks
Recent form
Northeastern Huskies
Last 10: 3-7Streak L177.3 scored · 82.4 allowed per game1-0 at home
- L82-97at Campbell Fighting CamelsJan 3
- W85-74at North Carolina A&T AggiesDec 31
- L91-103at Elon PhoenixDec 30
- L77-85at Rhode Island RamsDec 23
- L83-91at Syracuse OrangeDec 20
- W73-56vs Central Connecticut Blue DevilsDec 7
- L59-76at Holy Cross CrusadersDec 3
- L73-86at Wake Forest Demon DeaconsNov 28
- W93-86at Duquesne DukesNov 22
- L57-70at Princeton TigersNov 21
UNC Wilmington Seahawks
Last 10: 9-1Streak W475.5 scored · 62 allowed per game3-0 away
- 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
- W70-63at Louisiana Ragin' CajunsDec 6
- W70-69vs Marshall Thundering HerdDec 4
- W88-62vs Gardner-Webb Runnin' BulldogsNov 29
- W87-57vs Navy MidshipmenNov 28
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 | Northeastern Huskies |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 25-57 | 29-61 |
| Field goal % | 44 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 7-19 | 6-21 |
| Three-point % | 37 | 29 |
| Free throws | 30-34 | 14-24 |
| Free throw % | 88 | 58 |
| Rebounds | 41 | 29 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 29 | 21 |
| Assists | 14 | 18 |
| Steals | 2 | 8 |
| Blocks | 7 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 7 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 12 | 16 |
| Fast-break points | 2 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 44 |
| Fouls | 22 | 23 |
| Largest lead | 12 | 7 |
| Lead changes | 15 | 15 |
| Time in front | 48 | 36 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half52-53Youri Fritz makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-53Christian May makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-55Youri Fritz makes layup (Ryan Williams assists)
- 2nd Half54-55Madison Durr makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-55Madison Durr makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-57Xavier Abreu makes layup
- 2nd Half58-57Noah Ross makes 25-foot three point jumper (Greedy Williams assists)
- 2nd Half58-59Ryan Williams makes 7-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half58-60Ryan Williams makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half60-60Madison Durr makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half60-62Mike Loughnane makes layup (Ryan Williams assists)
- 2nd Half63-62Madison Durr makes 24-foot three point jumper (Noah Ross assists)
- 2nd Half63-64Ty Francis makes layup (Mike Loughnane assists)
- 2nd Half63-66Youri Fritz makes layup (Ty Francis assists)
- 2nd Half65-66Patrick Wessler makes layup (Madison Durr assists)
- 2nd Half66-66Patrick Wessler makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half66-68Youri Fritz makes layup (Mike Loughnane assists)
- 2nd Half67-68Nolan Hodge makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-68Nolan Hodge makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-68Nolan Hodge makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half70-68Nolan Hodge makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half71-68Nolan Hodge makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half72-68Nolan Hodge makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-68Nolan Hodge makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-69Ty Francis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-70Ty Francis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-70Nolan Hodge makes 25-foot three point jumper (Greedy Williams assists)
- 2nd Half76-73Xavier Abreu makes 24-foot three point jumper (Mike Loughnane assists)
- 2nd Half77-73Madison Durr makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half78-73Madison Durr makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half79-73Madison Durr makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half80-73Madison Durr makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half82-73Noah Ross makes layup (Greedy Williams assists)
- 2nd Half83-73Nolan Hodge makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half84-73Nolan Hodge makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half85-73Noah Ross makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half85-76Luca Soroa Schaller makes 24-foot three point jumper (Youri Fritz assists)
- 2nd Half86-76Greedy Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half87-76Greedy Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half87-78Ryan Williams makes driving layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Northeastern Huskies, below favours UNC Wilmington Seahawks.
Venue
- Cabot CenterBoston, MA
- Attendance653
- OfficialsPat Driscoll, Mike Roberts, Ryan Sassano
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