UMass Lowell’s men’s basketball team pulled off a thrilling road win over UAlbany, 89-79, in a game that showcased grit, firepower, and freshman phenom Victor Okojie’s breakout performance. Scoring a career-high 22 points and 11 rebounds — his second double-double — Okojie led the charge as the River Hawks shot an efficient 56% from the field. The first half was a seesaw battle, with UAlbany briefly taking the lead before UMass Lowell edged ahead 39-38 at halftime. Coach Pat Duquette praised it as one of the team’s best all-around efforts. Junior Angel Montas Jr. added 21 points, while Xavier Spencer and Shawn Simmons II chipped in 18 and 11 respectively. After halftime, UMass Lowell surged with a four-three-pointer run to build a commanding lead they never lost, extending it to 17 points. Now back home for a three-game homestand, they’ll face Bryant on Thursday, February 12th.

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UMass Lowell’s men’s basketball team suffered a crushing 81-56 loss to NJIT, but not without some bright spots—Shawn Simmons and Xavier Spencer each scored 15, while freshman Victor Okojie dominated the boards with 11 rebounds. The Highlanders surged early, built a commanding lead by halftime, and held off a spirited second-half comeback that brought UMass Lowell within striking distance. Now on the road, the River Hawks aim to rebound Saturday against UAlbany at 7 PM, seeking their first win in conference play since January. With a 9-15 overall record and 4-5 in conference, the team’s resilience will be tested—but they’re ready to fight back.

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UMass Lowell’s 2026-27 men’s basketball season drops with a bang — kicking off Nov. 2 at home against Rivier, then diving into a brutal non-conference slate featuring road games against powerhouse programs like Cincinnati, Georgetown, and Boston College, including a historic seven-game road trip across Big Twelve and ACC opponents. Coach Duquette is thrilled for the challenge, calling it the perfect prep for America East play starting Jan. 2. The regular season wraps with home games in December, followed by conference matchups in January, culminating in a postseason showdown — top eight teams battle in the America East Playoffs starting March 6, with the championship on March 13 at the higher seed’s arena. Tickets are live now, with season packages from $50, group experiences available, and single-game tickets launching Sept. 9 — game times TBD.

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