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Huskies vs Hawks Picks and Predictions – Monday January 19, 2026
Northeastern heads to OceanFirst Bank Center to face Monmouth on Monday, January 19, 2026 at 11:00 AM ET in a Coastal Athletic Association matchup on CBSS. The market is pricing Monmouth as the home side with the edge, but Northeastern’s shot-making and recent form makes this a tricky number to lay.
Monmouth is -3.5 and -187 on the moneyline. Northeastern is +3.5 at +151. The total is 147.5, and that’s a key line because Northeastern can score in bunches, while Monmouth’s best version is usually slower and more physical, especially when they’re trying to protect home court.
This comes down to whether Monmouth can dictate pace and keep Northeastern from getting comfortable looks early. If the Huskies are getting clean threes and finishing in transition, +3.5 is a strong cushion. If Monmouth controls the glass and turns this into a half-court grind, the favorite has the cleaner path to cover.
Northeastern Huskies vs Monmouth Hawks Odds
These are the current betting lines, and bettors should keep monitoring updated college basketball odds leading into tip.
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northeastern Huskies | +151 | +3.5 (-106) | 147.5 |
| Monmouth Hawks | -187 | -3.5 (-120) | 147.5 |
Northeastern Huskies Betting Form
Northeastern is coming off an 85-78 win over Elon, and it wasn’t a fluky one. They scored efficiently, and William Kermoury’s 31-point performance was backed by real shot quality, not just late-clock heaves. Xavier Abreu adding 22 in limited minutes is another signal that Northeastern can produce points quickly when matchups tilt their way.
From a betting perspective, Northeastern’s offensive profile is simple and dangerous: they shoot it well from the field and they’re comfortable firing from deep. That matters in this spot because underdogs cover by answering runs. A team that can hit threes at a solid clip gives you more ways to stay inside +3.5, even if the defense has a few shaky stretches.
The other angle is how they’ve performed as a dog. When a team is consistently competitive against the number, it usually means their style travels and they don’t panic late. That’s what you want in a short spread game where one or two possessions decide it. For the full profile and recent results, check Northeastern stats and results.
Monmouth Hawks Betting Form
Monmouth is coming off a loss to Drexel, and the offense looked like it could bog down when the game became more physical. That’s been the recurring issue for them. They can score when they’re getting clean looks and playing with pace, but they’re not always efficient when opponents force half-court execution.
Home court is still the main reason they’re favored. Monmouth has been better in this building, and they’ve shown they can put up points at home when they’re playing through their primary scorers and getting enough help from the supporting cast. Their free throw shooting is also a plus in a spread this tight, because late-game points at the stripe are often what decides a cover.
Rebounding is another lever for Monmouth. If they’re winning the glass and limiting Northeastern to one-and-done trips, that reduces the Huskies’ three-point volume and keeps the pace in Monmouth’s control. For more on splits and recent form, check Monmouth schedule and stats.
Northeastern Huskies vs Monmouth Hawks Matchup Breakdown
This game is a pace argument. Northeastern is most dangerous when they’re getting early offense, kicking out to shooters, and turning defensive stops into quick points. Monmouth wants the game to slow, especially if they can make Northeastern work through a set defense and avoid giving up transition threes.
The spread at -3.5 tells you the market expects Monmouth to be able to create enough separation at home, but that separation usually requires them to control two areas: turnovers and the defensive glass. If Monmouth is giving away possessions or allowing Northeastern to get multiple cracks from three, the game swings toward the underdog quickly.
The total at 147.5 is also sensitive to how hot Northeastern shoots. If the Huskies are making threes, you can clear 147.5 even if Monmouth is not playing fast, because efficient shooting beats a slow tempo. If Monmouth keeps them off clean looks and forces contested twos, the under becomes much more realistic, especially if Monmouth’s own offense stays uneven.
If you want a betting framework for totals around this number and how late fouling can swing it, the Expert Betting Guide is useful for understanding why some unders look safe until the final 90 seconds.
Northeastern Huskies vs Monmouth Hawks Predictions and Best Bets
My lean is Northeastern +3.5. Northeastern’s shooting profile is the kind that travels, and +3.5 is valuable in a game where their offense can keep them within one or two possessions even if they’re not perfect defensively. If they’re getting normal three-point volume and not turning the ball over, they can win this outright.
On the total, I lean under 147.5. The number is fair, but Monmouth’s best chance to win is slowing this down and forcing Northeastern into deeper possessions. If Monmouth’s offense is again a bit uneven, it’s hard to rely on them to do their share to push this over.
If I’m taking one position, it’s the points with Northeastern. It matches the matchup, and it aligns with how underdogs that can really shoot tend to perform in short spread spots.
Best Bet: Northeastern +3.5
NCAAB Picks and Handicappers on ScoresAndStats
To build out your Monday slate, start with the board on college basketball picks and compare matchup context through the NCAAB previews hub. If you’re moving quickly across teams and conferences, the NCAAB teams hub keeps the research tight.
For accountability and trend-checking, I like using the best handicappers page and the handicappers leaderboard to see who is beating the market with volume right now. If you want premium access or broader card coverage, buy picks is the direct route.
For broader betting angles and strategy reads, the ScoresAndStats blog is useful, and if you’re comparing books or shopping for the best number, the sportsbook reviews and handicappers sites reviews pages help you line shop with intent.
