New Haven Chargers Defeat Wagner Seahawks 80-74
Saturday, January 17, 2026, 1:00 PM ET · Jeffery P. Hazell Athletics Center
New Haven Chargers 80, Wagner Seahawks 74, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Wagner Seahawks vs New Haven Chargers?
New Haven Chargers beat Wagner Seahawks 80-74 at Jeffery P. Hazell Athletics Center on January 17, 2026.
Who was favored in Wagner Seahawks vs New Haven Chargers?
New Haven Chargers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -130 (about 57% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the New Haven Chargers emerged victorious against the Wagner Seahawks with a final score of 80-74. This game, held at the Jeffery P. Hazell Athletics Center, showcased the Chargers' ability to capitalize on their home court advantage, improving their home record to 4-3 while the Seahawks fell to 2-1 in away games.
The Chargers entered the game with a home record of 8-10 overall and a recent form of 4-6 in their last ten games, having won their previous match against the Fairleigh Dickinson Knights 65-55. Their scoring average over the last five games was 59.2 points, while they allowed an average of 70.2 points. Despite these numbers, the Chargers managed to secure a win in this crucial game, showcasing their resilience and ability to perform under pressure.
On the other hand, the Wagner Seahawks had a record of 6-10 overall and were struggling with a three-game losing streak prior to this matchup. Their recent performance featured a scoring average of 78.2 points in the last ten games, but they allowed an average of 72.2 points, indicating a vulnerability on defense. The Seahawks had not won a game since January 3, when they defeated the Chicago State Cougars 79-72. In their last five games, they averaged 70.2 points scored and 67.8 points allowed, suggesting they were capable of scoring but had difficulty closing out games.
The market for this matchup, as provided by DraftKings, had the Chargers favored by 1.5 points, with a total set at 129.5. The odds reflected a close contest, which was evident throughout the game as both teams exchanged leads multiple times.
In terms of scoring plays, the Chargers took control in the second half, with key contributions from Kheni Briggs and Jabri Fitzpatrick. Briggs made crucial free throws and a jumper that helped extend their lead, while Fitzpatrick also added to the scoreline with free throws late in the game. The Seahawks fought back with a three-point jumper from Jaden Baker, but it was not enough to overcome the Chargers' late-game execution.
This fixture was particularly significant as it highlighted the Chargers' ability to perform at home, where they had previously secured a perfect 3-0 record before this game. The Chargers' defense was tested against a high-scoring Seahawks team, and they managed to hold them to 74 points, which was a key factor in their victory.
As the game concluded, the Chargers displayed a strong home win probability of 1.0, indicating their dominance in this matchup. The victory not only boosts their confidence moving forward but also puts them in a better position in the league standings.
Overall, the New Haven Chargers' win against the Wagner Seahawks was a testament to their home court advantage and their ability to execute in critical moments, setting the stage for an exciting remainder of the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | NHVN -1.5 | 129.5 o -108 / u -112 | Wagner Seahawks +110 · New Haven Chargers -130 |
Leaders
- PointsNajimi George21New Haven Chargers
- AssistsNajimi George5New Haven Chargers
- ReboundsTeshaun Steele4New Haven Chargers
- PointsNick Jones20Wagner Seahawks
- AssistsJaden Baker4Wagner Seahawks
- ReboundsMichael Cooper6Wagner Seahawks
Recent form
New Haven Chargers
Last 10: 4-6Streak W164 scored · 66.9 allowed per game3-0 at home
- W65-55vs Fairleigh Dickinson KnightsJan 10
- L47-73at Le Moyne DolphinsJan 9
- L61-72at Central Connecticut Blue DevilsJan 4
- W70-55at Stonehill SkyhawksJan 3
- L53-96at Vanderbilt CommodoresDec 30
- L47-65at Fordham RamsDec 22
- L64-70at NJIT HighlandersDec 11
- L63-67at Boston College EaglesDec 6
- W92-69vs Mitchell MarinersNov 30
- W78-47vs Salve Regina SeahawksNov 26
Wagner Seahawks
Last 10: 6-4Streak L378.2 scored · 72.2 allowed per game2-1 away
- L69-70vs Mercyhurst LakersJan 10
- L69-71vs Saint Francis Red WolvesJan 9
- L60-69vs Stonehill SkyhawksJan 4
- W79-72at Chicago State CougarsJan 3
- W74-57vs Manor Blue JaysDec 22
- W78-64vs Maryland Eastern Shore HawksDec 18
- W95-93vs Bloomfield DeaconsDec 12
- W92-36vs Bryant & Stratton-Albany BobcatsDec 6
- L63-89at Maryland TerrapinsDec 3
- W103-101at Manhattan JaspersNov 26
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Long Island University | 24-11 | - | 15-3 |
| Central Connecticut | 18-12 | 3 | 12-6 |
| Mercyhurst | 17-17 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Le Moyne | 15-17 | 5 | 10-8 |
| New Haven | 14-17 | 6 | 9-9 |
| Wagner | 14-17 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Stonehill | 12-21 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Fairleigh Dickinson | 11-21 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Saint Francis | 7-24 | 10 | 5-13 |
| Chicago State | 7-25 | 10 | 5-13 |
Box score
| Stat | Wagner Seahawks | New Haven Chargers |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 29-55 | 26-49 |
| Field goal % | 53 | 53 |
| Three-pointers | 11-23 | 15-28 |
| Three-point % | 48 | 54 |
| Free throws | 5-7 | 13-14 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 93 |
| Rebounds | 33 | 19 |
| Offensive rebounds | 14 | 5 |
| Defensive rebounds | 19 | 14 |
| Assists | 16 | 16 |
| Steals | 3 | 7 |
| Blocks | 1 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 17 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 30 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 20 |
| Fouls | 20 | 14 |
| Largest lead | 0 | 13 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 0 | 97 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half37-44Binael Basil makes layup (Eddie Placer assists)
- 2nd Half37-47Stefano Faloppa makes 26-foot three point jumper (Najimi George assists)
- 2nd Half39-47Binael Basil makes 1-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half39-49Andre Pasha makes 3-foot hook shot (Stefano Faloppa assists)
- 2nd Half42-49Eddie Placer makes 26-foot three point jumper (Binael Basil assists)
- 2nd Half42-51Kheni Briggs makes layup
- 2nd Half45-51Jaden Baker makes 24-foot three point jumper (Makhai Anderson assists)
- 2nd Half45-53Najimi George makes layup
- 2nd Half47-53Jaden Baker makes layup
- 2nd Half47-56Maison Adeleye makes 23-foot three point jumper (Teshaun Steele assists)
- 2nd Half50-56Jaden Baker makes 25-foot three point jumper (Michael Cooper assists)
- 2nd Half50-58Najimi George makes layup
- 2nd Half53-58Jaden Baker makes 27-foot three point jumper (John Awoke assists)
- 2nd Half53-59Najimi George makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-60Najimi George makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half53-61Teshaun Steele makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half53-62Teshaun Steele makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-62Nick Jones makes 9-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half55-63Teshaun Steele makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-64Teshaun Steele makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-64Michael Cooper makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-64Michael Cooper makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-67Stefano Faloppa makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half59-67Binael Basil makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half59-70Najimi George makes 23-foot three point jumper (Stefano Faloppa assists)
- 2nd Half62-70John Awoke makes 24-foot three point jumper (Binael Basil assists)
- 2nd Half62-71Kheni Briggs makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half62-72Kheni Briggs makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half64-72Binael Basil makes 1-foot dunk (Eddie Placer assists)
- 2nd Half66-72Nick Jones makes 7-foot jumper (Jaden Baker assists)
- 2nd Half66-74Najimi George makes layup
- 2nd Half68-74Nick Jones makes layup
- 2nd Half70-74Nick Jones makes 1-foot dunk
- 2nd Half70-75Kheni Briggs makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half70-76Kheni Briggs makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-76Jaden Baker makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-76Jaden Baker makes 24-foot three point jumper (Bryan Akanmu assists)
- 2nd Half74-78Kheni Briggs makes 7-foot jumper
- 2nd Half74-79Jabri Fitzpatrick makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-80Jabri Fitzpatrick makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours New Haven Chargers, below favours Wagner Seahawks.
Venue
- Jeffery P. Hazell Athletics CenterWest Haven, CT
- Attendance487
- OfficialsDoug Aprahamian, Dave Fernandez, Paul Tuomey
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