Winthrop Eagles Edge Radford Highlanders 80-78
Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · The Dedmon Center
Winthrop Eagles 80, Radford Highlanders 78, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Winthrop Eagles vs Radford Highlanders?
Winthrop Eagles beat Radford Highlanders 80-78 at The Dedmon Center on February 4, 2026.
Who was favored in Winthrop Eagles vs Radford Highlanders?
Winthrop Eagles were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -185 (about 65% implied). The favorite won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Winthrop Eagles narrowly defeated the Radford Highlanders 80-78 at The Dedmon Center on February 5, 2026. This game was significant as it showcased the tight rivalry between the two teams, with Winthrop now leading the head-to-head record 3-1 in their last four meetings. The Eagles entered the game with a strong away record of 17-8, while Radford had a home record of 13-12.
Winthrop's recent form has been impressive, boasting an 8-2 record in their last ten games, including an active winning streak of eight games. They have averaged 77.0 points scored and allowed 73.3 points during this stretch. In contrast, Radford has also performed well, with a record of 7-3 over their last ten games, winning their last two. They averaged 82.4 points scored while allowing 75.6 points during this period. The Highlanders' recent scoring prowess has been notable, particularly in their last five games, where they averaged 84.0 points.
Historically, the teams have had a competitive rivalry, with their most recent encounter on January 21, 2026, ending in a narrow 76-75 victory for Winthrop. Prior to that, Radford had a decisive win against Winthrop on January 4, 2025, with a score of 87-67. The back-and-forth nature of their matchups adds to the intensity of this rivalry.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide any specific details about player availability, which could have impacted the game dynamics. However, both teams have shown resilience and depth throughout the season.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Winthrop favored by 4.5 points, with a total set at 161.5. The odds reflected confidence in Winthrop's ability to secure a win, given their recent form and overall record.
The game was played under competitive conditions, with both teams demonstrating strong offensive capabilities. Key moments included Dennis Parker Jr. hitting a crucial three-pointer in the second half, followed by Kody Clouet's three-pointer that kept the game tightly contested. As the game progressed, Radford managed to tie the score at 78 before Logan Duncomb's tip-in secured the victory for Winthrop.
Viewers should have noted the high-scoring nature of the game, with both teams showcasing their offensive strengths. The final score of 80-78 illustrates the close competition, making this matchup one to remember in the NCAAB landscape.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | WIN -4.5 | 161.5 o -110 / u -110 | Winthrop Eagles -185 · Radford Highlanders +154 |
Leaders
- PointsDel Jones21Radford Highlanders
- AssistsJaylon Johnson6Radford Highlanders
- ReboundsTyson Brown10Radford Highlanders
- PointsLogan Duncomb18Winthrop Eagles
- AssistsLogan Duncomb5Winthrop Eagles
- ReboundsLogan Duncomb12Winthrop Eagles
Recent form
Radford Highlanders
Last 10: 7-3Streak W282.4 scored · 75.6 allowed per game3-2 at home
- W93-84at Presbyterian Blue HoseJan 31
- W84-75at Charleston Southern BuccaneersJan 30
- L83-93vs High Point PanthersJan 24
- L75-76at Winthrop EaglesJan 21
- W85-83vs Longwood LancersJan 17
- W89-80at Gardner-Webb Runnin' BulldogsJan 15
- L72-91vs UNC Asheville BulldogsJan 10
- W80-61vs Presbyterian Blue HoseJan 8
- W76-69at South Carolina Upstate SpartansDec 31
- W87-44vs Shenandoah HornetsDec 28
Winthrop Eagles
Last 10: 8-2Streak W877 scored · 73.3 allowed per game3-2 away
- W84-71vs UNC Asheville BulldogsJan 31
- W82-72at Presbyterian Blue HoseJan 24
- W76-75vs Radford HighlandersJan 21
- W69-67at UNC Asheville BulldogsJan 17
- W92-75vs High Point PanthersJan 14
- W71-50at South Carolina Upstate SpartansJan 10
- W81-77vs Charleston Southern BuccaneersJan 7
- W88-77vs Gardner-Webb Runnin' BulldogsJan 3
- L70-82at Longwood LancersDec 31
- L57-87at Texas Tech Red RaidersDec 28
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| High Point | 31-5 | - | 15-1 |
| Winthrop | 23-11 | 2 | 13-3 |
| Radford | 16-16 | 6 | 9-7 |
| Longwood | 16-16 | 7 | 8-8 |
| UNC Asheville | 15-17 | 7 | 8-8 |
| Presbyterian | 15-18 | 8 | 7-9 |
| Charleston Southern | 15-17 | 9 | 6-10 |
| South Carolina Upstate | 13-19 | 10 | 5-11 |
| Gardner-Webb | 4-29 | 14 | 1-15 |
Box score
| Stat | Winthrop Eagles | Radford Highlanders |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 29-60 | 28-66 |
| Field goal % | 48 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 8-27 | 9-30 |
| Three-point % | 30 | 30 |
| Free throws | 14-21 | 13-17 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 76 |
| Rebounds | 35 | 41 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 15 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 26 |
| Assists | 18 | 12 |
| Steals | 9 | 7 |
| Blocks | 1 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 13 | 15 |
| Points in the paint | 38 | 32 |
| Fouls | 17 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 10 | 4 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 65 | 11 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half46-39Logan Duncomb makes layup (Kareem Rozier assists)
- 2nd Half46-40Del Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half46-41Del Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half46-44Del Jones makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half49-44Kareem Rozier makes 25-foot three point jumper (Tommy Kamarad assists)
- 2nd Half51-44Logan Duncomb makes 5-foot dunk (Kareem Rozier assists)
- 2nd Half53-44Kody Clouet makes 16-foot jumper
- 2nd Half53-47Del Jones makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half55-47Logan Duncomb makes layup
- 2nd Half57-47Logan Duncomb makes layup (Seifeldin Hendawy assists)
- 2nd Half57-48Frederik Erichsen makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-49Frederik Erichsen makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half58-49Josh Meo makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-49Josh Meo makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-51Dennis Parker Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half59-53Del Jones makes layup
- 2nd Half61-53Kareem Rozier makes 18-foot jumper
- 2nd Half62-53Kody Clouet makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-53Kody Clouet makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-55Louie Jordan makes layup (Jaylon Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half63-57Louie Jordan makes layup (Del Jones assists)
- 2nd Half63-59Del Jones makes 18-foot jumper
- 2nd Half65-59Tommy Kamarad makes 8-foot jumper (Isaiah Wilson assists)
- 2nd Half67-59Seifeldin Hendawy makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half67-61Mari Jordan makes 6-foot jumper
- 2nd Half69-61Seifeldin Hendawy makes 3-foot dunk (Logan Duncomb assists)
- 2nd Half69-64Dennis Parker Jr. makes 23-foot three point jumper (Del Jones assists)
- 2nd Half69-66Jaylon Johnson makes layup (Lukas Walls assists)
- 2nd Half69-68Del Jones makes 5-foot dunk (Jaylon Johnson assists)
- 2nd Half69-70Dennis Parker Jr. makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half69-72Brennan Rigsby Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half71-72Kareem Rozier makes layup
- 2nd Half71-75Dennis Parker Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half74-75Kody Clouet makes 23-foot three point jumper (Logan Duncomb assists)
- 2nd Half75-75Josh Meo makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-75Josh Meo makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half78-75Kareem Rozier makes layup
- 2nd Half78-76Dennis Parker Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half78-78Jaylon Johnson makes layup
- 2nd Half80-78Logan Duncomb makes 0-foot tip in layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Radford Highlanders, below favours Winthrop Eagles.
Venue
- The Dedmon CenterRadford, VA
- Attendance1814
- OfficialsBill Covington Jr., Jemel Spearman, Trey Styons
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