How to watch Bryant Bulldogs vs. UMass-Lowell River Hawks: Live stream info, TV channel, game time | Jan. 8
The UMass-Lowell River Hawks (6-10, 1-0 America East) will hope to break a four-game road skid when visiting the Bryant Bulldogs (5-10, 1-0 America East) on Thursday, January 8, 2026 at Chace Athletic Center, airing at 6 p.m. ET on ESPN+.
In its most recent game, Bryant beat Maine 56-51 on the road, with Aaron Davis (13 PTS, 2 STL, 57.14 FG%, 3-6 from 3PT) and Ty Tabales (12 PTS, 5 AST, 3 STL, 28.57 FG%) the standout performers. UMass-Lowell beat Albany (NY) 83-71 at home in its most recent game. Its top performers were Xavier Spencer (23 PTS, 5 AST, 3 STL, 60.00 FG%, 2-3 from 3PT) and Angel Montas (18 PTS, 9 REB, 57.14 FG%).
Here’s what you need to get ready for Thursday’s college basketball action.
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Bryant vs. UMass-Lowell: How to watch on TV or live stream
- Game day: Thursday, January 8, 2026
- Game time: 6 p.m. ET
- Location: Smithfield, Rhode Island
- Arena: Chace Athletic Center
- TV Channel: ESPN+
- Live Stream: ESPN+ – Watch NOW
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Bulldogs vs. River Hawks odds and spread
- Spread Favorite: Bulldogs (-2.5)
- Moneyline: Bryant (-140), UMass-Lowell (+115)
- Total: 143.5 points
College basketball odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds updated Thursday at 3:34 p.m. ET. For a full list of sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub.
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