- Matchup: Hofstra Pride vs Charleston Cougars
- Date: Thursday, February 12, 2026
- Venue: TD Arena, Charleston, SC
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Charleston Cougars (16-9) are set to compete against the Hofstra Pride (16-9) at TD Arena on Thursday.
In their most recent outing, the Hofstra Pride triumphed over Towson, concluding the game with a score of 71-49. Hofstra showcased a solid performance, achieving a field goal percentage of 43.9% (25 of 57) while sinking 9 of 20 attempts beyond the arc. At the charity stripe, the Pride converted 12 of 16 free throw attempts, resulting in a successful rate of 75.0%. On the boards, they amassed 40 rebounds, including 10 offensive ones. Additionally, Hofstra recorded 15 assists and forced 11 turnovers, while also collecting 5 steals. Defensively, the Pride held their opponents to a shooting percentage of 29.6% (16 of 54). Towson contributed with 9 assists and 4 steals, securing a total of 31 rebounds (12 offensive, 19 defensive) but failed to register any blocks. Towson’s free throw shooting was subpar at 57.9%, hitting 11 of 19 attempts, and they managed just 6 out of 17 on three-pointers. The contest concluded with Hofstra committing 15 personal fouls compared to Towson’s 13.
James Patterson emerged as a key player in the match, scoring 20 points on an efficient 6 of 10 shooting. Contributing significantly in his 27 minutes on the court, he also recorded 3 rebounds, finishing with an impressive shooting rate of 60.0% but did not distribute any assists.
This season, Hofstra boasts a record of 16-9. The team averages 76.6 points per game (171st in D-1), with a shooting percentage of 44.7% from the field. The Pride’s three-point shooting stands at 37.9% (241 of 636), alongside a free throw percentage of 74.7%. As a team, Hofstra collects 39.1 rebounds per game and has tallied 343 assists so far, ranking 177th nationally in assists. They struggle with turnovers, averaging 11.0 per contest, and commit 17.2 fouls each game.
Defensively, the Pride force an average of 10.4 turnovers per game and draw 16.7 fouls. They rank 162nd in college basketball for assists allowed, with 318 given up this season. Hofstra’s defense allows opponents to shoot 39.7% (580 of 1,461) while conceding 33.5 rebounds each game. Their three-point defense is solid, permitting just 32.7% from deep, placing them 48th in points allowed per game at 68.0.
Charleston faced a setback in their last game, losing 76-64 against UNC Wilmington. The Cougars secured 24 defensive rebounds and 5 offensive boards for a total of 29. They turned the ball over 12 times while collecting 3 steals. UNC Wilmington committed 21 fouls, leading to 23 free throw attempts for Charleston, of which they converted 19 for a rate of 82.6%. From three-point range, Charleston struggled, making just 5 of 19 attempts (26.3%). They ended the game shooting 20 of 50 from the field, resulting in a 40.0% shooting rate. Conversely, UNC Wilmington shot 40.6% (28 of 69) against them, making 8 of 24 from beyond the arc and converting 12 of 17 free throws (70.6%). Charleston allowed UNC Wilmington a total of 34 rebounds, including 9 offensive boards.
Jlynn Counter was a standout performer for the Cougars, netting 20 points on 5 of 14 shooting (35.7%) while contributing 6 rebounds and 3 assists in 36 minutes of play.
Notably, Charleston holds a record of 16-9 this year. Offensively, the Cougars are shooting 44.9% from the field, ranking them 198th in college basketball. Charleston has scored 1,921 points this season, averaging 76.8 per game while securing 38.1 rebounds. They have 12.8 assists per game (278th in the country) and average 11.1 turnovers. The Cougars commit 17.0 fouls per game and maintain a free throw percentage of 73.6%.
Defensively, the Cougars rank 222nd in points allowed per game at 74.9. They force 10.2 turnovers each game and allow opponents to shoot 42.1% from the field (79th in college). Charleston permits 32.7% on three-point attempts (228 of 698) and their opponents convert 68.3% of free throws. They surrender an average of 14.4 assists and 36.8 total rebounds per game, ranking 260th and 311th in D-1 respectively.
Who will claim victory in tonight’s NCAA matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Back Charleston
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