UNC Asheville Bulldogs vs Longwood Lancers Picks and Predictions January 7th 2026

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Longwood Lancers vs UNC Asheville Bulldogs Betting Preview

Longwood heads to Asheville on Wednesday night looking to rebound after a road loss at High Point. The Lancers have been competitive in conference play and continue to profile as a team that can stay within numbers due to shot efficiency and free-throw volume. You can track updated pricing throughout the day on the NCAA basketball odds page.

UNC Asheville enters at 6-10 but has played better at Kimmel Arena, where the Bulldogs are 6-4 this season. This Big South matchup matters for positioning, and Asheville’s scoring balance gives them a reason to be favored at home.

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Line Movement and Odds

UNC Asheville opened as a modest home favorite and currently sits at −4.5, with the total set at 148.5. The line reflects Asheville’s home splits and Longwood’s inconsistency away from home. Early action has been relatively balanced, with some interest on the under due to pace and recent defensive results. For slate-wide context, visit the college basketball previews page.

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Matchup Breakdown

Longwood’s offense is built on efficiency rather than pace. The Lancers average 77.3 points per game and shoot 46.5 percent from the floor. They also get to the line at a top-50 national rate, which keeps games tight even when they trail late. Emanuel Richards and Redd Thompson Jr. continue to carry scoring responsibility, while Jacoi Hutchinson and Elijah Tucker provide rebounding stability.

UNC Asheville relies on individual scoring bursts. Toyaz Solomon is coming off a 34-point performance and remains the primary offensive option. Kameron Taylor and Justin Wright add secondary scoring, giving the Bulldogs multiple paths to offense at home. Asheville’s success comes when they control shot quality and avoid empty possessions.

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Injuries and Conditions

Longwood

No significant injuries reported affecting the rotation.
Full details: Longwood team page

UNC Asheville

No major injuries reported.
Full details: UNC Asheville team page

Indoor setting keeps the focus on execution and pace.

Best Bets and Prediction

This projects as a possession-by-possession game. UNC Asheville holds a slight edge at home, but Longwood’s ability to draw fouls and convert at the line keeps them within range.

Projected Score: UNC Asheville 75, Longwood 73
Best Bet: Longwood +4.5
Secondary Lean: Under 148.5 due to controlled tempo and half-court possessions

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