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UMBC Retrievers defeat Albany Great Danes 68-65
Ace Valentine scores 15 points to lead UMBC to victory
Jan. 31, 2026 at 10:55pm
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The UMBC Retrievers defeated the Albany Great Danes 68-65 in a close basketball game. Ace Valentine led UMBC with 15 points in the victory.
Why it matters
This win helps UMBC maintain their standing in the conference standings as they look to make a push for the playoffs. Albany's loss is a setback in their efforts to climb the rankings.
The details
The game was a back-and-forth affair, with neither team able to pull away. UMBC was led by Ace Valentine's 15 points, while Albany was paced by a strong effort from their starting lineup.
- The game was played on February 1, 2026.
The players
Ace Valentine
A key player for the UMBC Retrievers basketball team.
UMBC Retrievers
The men's basketball team from the University of Maryland, Baltimore County.
Albany Great Danes
The men's basketball team from the University at Albany, SUNY.
The takeaway
This close victory for UMBC demonstrates the competitiveness of the conference and the importance of every game as teams jockey for playoff positioning.
