UMBC Retrievers vs Maine Black Bears predictions, Jan 08, 2026

Jan 08, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

NCAA College Basketball, on Thursday,

UMBC Retrievers

Maine Black Bears

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In this upcoming NCAA College Basketball match on January 8, 2026, the UMBC Retrievers will face off against the Maine Black Bears at home. The UMBC Retrievers have shown decent form recently, winning 2 out of their last 5 matches. On the other hand, the Maine Black Bears have struggled slightly, only managing to win 1 out of their last 5 matches.

In terms of the bookmakers’ odds, the UMBC Retrievers have been given a favorable 1.23 to win at home, while the Maine Black Bears are the underdogs with odds of 4.23 for an away victory.

When it comes to tactical strengths, the UMBC Retrievers have shown a solid defense and have been able to capitalize on their opponents’ mistakes. On the other hand, the Maine Black Bears will look to improve their offensive game and find ways to break down their opponent’s defense.

Overall, this match promises to be an exciting and competitive one, with both teams looking to secure a much-needed victory. It will be interesting to see how they match up on the court and which team will come out on top.

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UMBC
77.4%		 Maine
22.6%

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Betting Odds

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WilliamHill 1.22 4.2
Best for US Customers 1.23 4.25

Latest Results

29.12.25 Coppin State Eagles basketball – UMBC Retrievers basketball – 59:93
21.12.25 South Florida Bulls basketball – UMBC Retrievers basketball – 94:69
12.12.25 UMBC Retrievers basketball – Army Black Knights basketball – 60:63
09.12.25 UMBC Retrievers basketball – Buffalo Bulls basketball – 79:83
06.12.25 Bucknell Bison basketball – UMBC Retrievers basketball – 66:73		 03.01.26 Maine Black Bears basketball – Bryant University Bulldogs basketball – 51:56
21.12.25 Drexel Dragons basketball – Maine Black Bears basketball – 74:56
13.12.25 Maine Black Bears basketball – Canisius Golden Griffins basketball – 43:70
10.12.25 Boston University Terriers basketball – Maine Black Bears basketball – 59:69
06.12.25 Miami OH RedHawks basketball – Maine Black Bears basketball – 93:61

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, UMBC won 1.
  • Recent performances by UMBC have been up and down (last 5 games: 2 wins).
  • Maine‘s performance has dropped in recent matches (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).
  • Maine may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • In this match, UMBC is the team to beat.
  • In the last 14 head-to-head matches, UMBC won 9 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 5 matches, and goals 878:892. (average 62.7:63.7).
  • Including home matches between the teams, UMBC won 7 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 520:487. (average 65:60.9).

    Latest Head To Head

    08.02.25 Maine Black Bears basketball – UMBC Retrievers basketball – 73:50
    18.01.25 UMBC Retrievers basketball – Maine Black Bears basketball – 62:87
    22.02.24 Maine Black Bears basketball – UMBC Retrievers basketball – 62:56
    18.01.24 UMBC Retrievers basketball – Maine Black Bears basketball – 70:65
    04.02.23 Maine Black Bears basketball – UMBC Retrievers basketball – 84:49

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Michigan Wolverines: 4 (17.92%)

    2. Arizona Wildcats: 7 (10.24%)

    3. Connecticut Huskies: 10.5 (6.83%)

    4. Iowa State: 12 (5.97%)

    5. Purdue Boilermakers: 13 (5.52%)

    6. Duke Blue Devils: 16 (4.48%)

    7. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 16 (4.48%)

    8. Houston Cougars: 16 (4.48%)

    9. Michigan State: 21 (3.41%)

    10. Illinois Fighting Illini: 26 (2.76%)

    11. Texas Tech: 31 (2.31%)

    12. Florida Gators: 31 (2.31%)

    13. Vanderbilt Commodores: 31 (2.31%)

    14. Brigham Young: 31 (2.31%)

    15. Louisville: 34 (2.11%)

    16. Alabama Crimson Tide: 36 (1.99%)

    17. Kansas Jayhawks: 41 (1.75%)

    18. Tennessee Volunteers: 51 (1.41%)

    19. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 51 (1.41%)

    20. Arkansas Razorbacks: 51 (1.41%)

    21. North Carolina: 51 (1.41%)

    22. Kentucky Wildcats: 61 (1.18%)

    23. Baylor Bears: 101 (0.71%)

    24. Virginia Cavaliers: 101 (0.71%)

    25. Clemson: 126 (0.57%)

    26. St. Johns Red Storm: 126 (0.57%)

    27. TCU: 151 (0.47%)

    28. Iowa Hawkeyes: 151 (0.47%)

    29. Auburn Tigers: 151 (0.47%)

    30. UCLA: 151 (0.47%)

    31. Villanova Wildcats: 201 (0.36%)

    32. Indiana Hoosiers: 201 (0.36%)

    33. Missouri Tigers: 201 (0.36%)

    34. Georgia Bulldogs: 201 (0.36%)

    35. NC State: 201 (0.36%)

    36. Virginia Tech: 251 (0.29%)

    37. UCF Knights: 251 (0.29%)

    38. Wisconsin Badgers: 251 (0.29%)

    39. SMU Mustangs: 251 (0.29%)

    40. Ohio State Buckeyes: 251 (0.29%)

    41. Miami (FL): 251 (0.29%)

    42. Oklahoma State: 251 (0.29%)

    43. USC Trojans: 351 (0.2%)

    44. Wake Forest: 501 (0.14%)

    45. Butler Bulldogs: 501 (0.14%)

    46. San Diego State: 501 (0.14%)

    47. Creighton: 501 (0.14%)

    48. Texas Longhorns: 501 (0.14%)

    49. Oklahoma Sooners: 501 (0.14%)

    50. Stanford Cardinal: 501 (0.14%)

    51. Texas A&M: 501 (0.14%)

    52. Oregon Ducks: 501 (0.14%)

    53. California Golden Bears: 751 (0.1%)

    54. Boise State: 751 (0.1%)

    55. LSU: 751 (0.1%)

    56. Ole Miss Rebels: 751 (0.1%)

    57. Memphis Tigers: 751 (0.1%)

    58. Kansas State: 751 (0.1%)

    59. Washington Huskies: 751 (0.1%)

    60. West Virginia: 751 (0.1%)

    61. New Mexico: 751 (0.1%)

    62. Cincinnati Bearcats: 751 (0.1%)

    63. Arizona State: 751 (0.1%)

    64. Maryland Terrapins: 1001 (0.07%)

    65. South Carolina Gamecocks: 1001 (0.07%)

    66. Marquette: 1001 (0.07%)

    67. Colorado State: 1001 (0.07%)

    68. Pittsburgh Panthers: 1001 (0.07%)

    69. Colorado: 1001 (0.07%)

    70. Utah Utes: 1001 (0.07%)

    71. Northwestern Wildcats: 1001 (0.07%)

    72. Notre Dame: 1001 (0.07%)

    73. Syracuse Orange: 1001 (0.07%)

    74. Xavier Musketeers: 1001 (0.07%)

    75. Mississippi St.: 1001 (0.07%)

    76. Georgia Tech: 1001 (0.07%)

    77. DePaul Blue Demons: 1001 (0.07%)

    78. Providence Friars: 1001 (0.07%)

    79. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 1001 (0.07%)

    80. Florida State: 1001 (0.07%)

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