This pick was released to clients on February 19, 2026 at 11:39AM ET.
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Hampton at Hofstra

February 19, 2026
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Hampton focuses on defense, ranking fifth in the 13-team Coastal Athletic Association in points allowed (68.8 per game). They've won two of the last three, beating Elon (87-79) and William & Mary (77-74) as underdogs. They allow .438 shooting and rank third in 3-point shooting allowed (.309). Hampton is on an 8-5 ATS run. They're also 3-1 ATS this season as an underdog of +9.5 or higher. Hofstra comes off a 70-66 loss to UNC Wilmington, part of a 5-8 ATS run. This is the first time all season they've been a double-digit favorite. Play Hampton.  

1.5 units on Hampton +12.5 (-106) (risk 1.5 to return 2.92)
Result:
LOSS
Final
1H
2H
F
Hampton Pirates
37
19
43
Hofstra Pride img
37
42
79
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