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Tigers vs Pirates Picks and Predictions – Wednesday December 31, 2025
Towson heads to Hampton for a Coastal Athletic Association conference game on Wednesday, December 31, with tip set for 2:30 PM ET at the Convocation Center on FloC. Towson is laying 5.5, which is a reasonable price for the better team on paper, but the matchup isn’t simple because the split is pretty clear: Towson has been strong at home (5-0) and much shakier away from it (3-6), while Hampton has defended its home floor at 5-2.
This is the type of number that gets decided by possessions. If Towson controls the glass and keeps Hampton out of transition, the favorite can cover. If Hampton turns this into a grind with steals, long possessions, and a tight score late, the +5.5 ticket stays live.
Towson Tigers vs Hampton Pirates Odds
These are the current betting lines, and bettors should monitor updated college basketball odds on the latest NCAAB odds page.
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Towson Tigers | -225 | -5.5 (-110) | 135.5 |
| Hampton Pirates | +185 | +5.5 (-110) | 135.5 |
Towson Tigers Betting Form
Towson is coming off a loss to William & Mary, but the box score still showed the pieces you care about in this matchup. Dylan Williamson is a steady hand as a creator, and Tyler Tejada’s double-double is a reminder that Towson can win games in the “dirty” areas, especially when the offense isn’t flowing.
The big edge is rebounding. Towson is pulling down 40.6 boards per game, and that’s the type of advantage that travels because it’s effort and positioning, not shooting luck. In a slower-paced game, extra possessions are everything. If Towson is winning the glass, it can survive a cold perimeter stretch and still cover a mid-range number.
For recent results and trends, check Towson stats and results.
Hampton Pirates Betting Form
Hampton just won a tight one against Stony Brook, and that’s the kind of result that fits their profile. They’re comfortable in low-scoring games, they can win late possessions, and they play with enough defensive activity to steal points without needing hot shooting. Xzavier Long stuffing the stat sheet is exactly what the Pirates need when they’re facing a more physical rebounding team.
At home, Hampton’s floor is higher. They’re 5-2 in this building, and the defensive pressure shows up more consistently. The steals number matters here because it’s the fastest way to neutralize a rebounding disadvantage. If Hampton can turn Towson over and turn those into points, the spread compresses quickly.
To track home results and game logs, use Hampton schedule and stats.
Towson Tigers vs Hampton Pirates Matchup Breakdown
This is a pace game. Both teams play slow, and the total at 135.5 reflects that. When possessions are limited, favorites have less margin for error because there just aren’t enough trips to separate unless you win the possession battle decisively. That’s why Towson’s rebounding advantage is so important. If they’re getting extra looks and Hampton is forced to play from behind, Hampton’s half-court offense has to be efficient to keep up.
Hampton’s counter is disruption. They average 7.7 steals per game, and if they can create live-ball turnovers, they can score without having to beat Towson’s set defense. That’s also the path to an upset. If Hampton wins points off turnovers and keeps Towson to one shot, the game becomes a late-possession coin flip.
The final hinge is free throws and late-game script. In a close game, fouling can push a total over a low number, but it can also help the favorite cover if the favorite is the one closing at the line. If Hampton is within one or two possessions late, +5.5 is in great shape. If Towson is up eight with two minutes left, you start sweating both the spread and the under.
If you want a baseline on how pace, turnovers, and late fouling affect totals and spreads, the expert betting guide is a useful framework.
Towson Tigers vs Hampton Pirates Predictions and Best Bets
I lean under 135.5. Both teams are slow, both are comfortable grinding possessions, and this doesn’t profile like a game where either side wants to push the tempo. If Hampton is controlling the rhythm at home, the shot volume should stay low enough that you don’t need terrible shooting to cash an under.
On the side, I’m cautious laying Towson -5.5 given the road profile, but the rebounding edge is real. If Towson is winning the glass by a meaningful margin and Hampton’s steals don’t turn into points, Towson can cover. Still, the cleaner bet for me is the total, because the pace and style line up more consistently than trusting a road favorite.
Best Bet: Under 135.5 (-110)
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