NJIT Highlanders vs UMass Lowell River Hawks predictions, Feb 05, 2026

Feb 05, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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As the NJIT Highlanders prepare to face the UMass Lowell River Hawks on February 5, 2026, basketball fans can expect a compelling matchup at NJIT’s home court. The Highlanders enter this contest with strong momentum, winning four of their last five games. This recent form highlights their offensive prowess and defensive resilience, allowing them to control the pace and flow of the game effectively.

In contrast, UMass Lowell has struggled, managing just one win in their last five outings. This lack of consistency may hinder their ability to execute well against a confident NJIT squad. The River Hawks will need to address their offensive inefficiencies and find ways to capitalize on transition opportunities if they hope to challenge the Highlanders.

According to bookmakers, NJIT is favored with odds of 1.87, while UMass Lowell stands at 1.91, reflecting a competitive betting landscape. Our model predicts a home win probability of 55.9%, acknowledging the Highlanders’ better recent performance. However, with a predicted final score of 75-75, the matchup indicates a closely contested game that could go either way. Ultimately, the outcome will hinge on which team can better execute its game plan on the day.

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NJIT
50.5%		 UMass Lowell
49.5%

Prediction (the most likely score): 75:75

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Latest Results

31.01.26 Vermont Catamounts basketball – NJIT Highlanders basketball – 77:79
29.01.26 Albany Great Danes basketball – NJIT Highlanders basketball – 68:77
22.01.26 UMBC Retrievers basketball – NJIT Highlanders basketball – 87:74
19.01.26 NJIT Highlanders basketball – Bryant University Bulldogs basketball – 79:55
15.01.26 UMass Lowell River Hawks basketball – NJIT Highlanders basketball – 64:73		 31.01.26 UMass Lowell River Hawks basketball – Maine Black Bears basketball – 91:77
29.01.26 New Hampshire Wildcats basketball – UMass Lowell River Hawks basketball – 66:61
24.01.26 UMBC Retrievers basketball – UMass Lowell River Hawks basketball – 79:56
22.01.26 UMass Lowell River Hawks basketball – Vermont Catamounts basketball – 68:77
15.01.26 UMass Lowell River Hawks basketball – NJIT Highlanders basketball – 64:73

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, NJIT won 3.
  • NJIT is undoubtedly in great shape (last 5 games: 4 wins).
  • UMass Lowell has been struggling lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).
  • NJIT may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Recently, NJIT has had a series of away games.
  • In this match, both teams are almost equally likely to win.
  • We predict that NJIT will win today’s game, with odds of 1.87.
  • In the last 15 head-to-head matches, NJIT won 8 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 1035:1060. (average 69:70.7).
  • Including home matches between the teams, NJIT won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 3 matches, and goals 483:455. (average 69:65).

    Latest Head To Head

    15.01.26 UMass Lowell River Hawks basketball – NJIT Highlanders basketball – 64:73
    30.01.25 NJIT Highlanders basketball – UMass Lowell River Hawks basketball – 83:62
    11.01.25 NJIT Highlanders basketball – UMass Lowell River Hawks basketball – 62:70
    10.02.24 NJIT Highlanders basketball – UMass Lowell River Hawks basketball – 71:64
    11.01.24 UMass Lowell River Hawks basketball – NJIT Highlanders basketball – 70:62

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Arizona Wildcats: 4.75 (15.28%)

    2. Michigan Wolverines: 5.5 (13.2%)

    3. Duke Blue Devils: 8 (9.07%)

    4. Connecticut Huskies: 12 (6.05%)

    5. Houston Cougars: 12 (6.05%)

    6. Illinois Fighting Illini: 14 (5.18%)

    7. Florida Gators: 19 (3.82%)

    8. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 19 (3.82%)

    9. Kansas Jayhawks: 19 (3.82%)

    10. Purdue Boilermakers: 19 (3.82%)

    11. Iowa State: 20 (3.63%)

    12. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 26 (2.79%)

    13. Michigan State: 36 (2.02%)

    14. Vanderbilt Commodores: 36 (2.02%)

    15. Texas Tech: 41 (1.77%)

    16. Brigham Young: 46 (1.58%)

    17. Alabama Crimson Tide: 51 (1.42%)

    18. Virginia Cavaliers: 67 (1.08%)

    19. Tennessee Volunteers: 81 (0.9%)

    20. Louisville: 81 (0.9%)

    21. Arkansas Razorbacks: 81 (0.9%)

    22. North Carolina: 81 (0.9%)

    23. Kentucky Wildcats: 81 (0.9%)

    24. St. Louis Billikens: 101 (0.72%)

    25. St. Johns Red Storm: 101 (0.72%)

    26. Clemson: 126 (0.58%)

    27. Iowa Hawkeyes: 126 (0.58%)

    28. Auburn Tigers: 176 (0.41%)

    29. UCF Knights: 201 (0.36%)

    30. Wisconsin Badgers: 201 (0.36%)

    31. Georgia Bulldogs: 201 (0.36%)

    32. Texas A&M: 201 (0.36%)

    33. NC State: 201 (0.36%)

    34. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.29%)

    35. SMU Mustangs: 251 (0.29%)

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

    37. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.29%)

    38. UCLA: 251 (0.29%)

    39. Baylor Bears: 351 (0.21%)

    40. Indiana Hoosiers: 351 (0.21%)

    41. Ohio State Buckeyes: 351 (0.21%)

    42. USC Trojans: 351 (0.21%)

    43. Virginia Tech: 501 (0.14%)

    44. Seton Hall Pirates: 501 (0.14%)

    45. New Mexico: 501 (0.14%)

    46. San Diego State: 501 (0.14%)

    47. West Virginia: 751 (0.1%)

    48. Butler Bulldogs: 751 (0.1%)

    49. Missouri Tigers: 751 (0.1%)

    50. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

    51. LSU: 1001 (0.07%)

    52. Ole Miss Rebels: 1001 (0.07%)

    53. TCU: 1001 (0.07%)

    54. Washington Huskies: 1001 (0.07%)

    55. Colorado: 1001 (0.07%)

    56. Utah Utes: 1001 (0.07%)

    57. Syracuse Orange: 1001 (0.07%)

    58. Xavier Musketeers: 1001 (0.07%)

    59. Creighton: 1001 (0.07%)

    60. Cincinnati Bearcats: 1001 (0.07%)

    61. DePaul Blue Demons: 1001 (0.07%)

    62. Stanford Cardinal: 1001 (0.07%)

    63. Oklahoma State: 1001 (0.07%)

    64. Arizona State: 1001 (0.07%)

    65. Miami (Ohio): 1001 (0.07%)

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