Charleston vs Towson Prediction 1/15/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

In this article we will formulate a Charleston vs Towson prediction for this College Basketball game on Thursday, January 15th at SECU Arena in Towson, Maryland. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Charleston Cougars Betting Preview

The Charleston Cougars are 11-6 (4-0) this season after they defeated Hampton by a score of 74-70 in their last game. Charleston led 28-26 at halftime and they scored 46 points in the second half to secure the win. The Cougars shot 51% from the field, 32% on three pointers, and 73% on free throws in the game. Colby Duggan led Charleston with 22 points and three rebounds, while Jlynn Counter added 19 points and seven assists in the win. 

Prior to that game, Charleston defeated William & Mary by a score of 88-79 and Elon by a score of 85-81. The Cougars have scored 76.4 points per game with 37.6 rebounds and 12.5 assists per game, while they have allowed 74.2 points against per game this season. Jlynn Counter is averaging 15.8 points and 5.3 rebounds per game, while Colby Duggan is averaging 14.0 points and 3.0 rebounds per game for the Cougars. Charleston is shooting 44.3% from the field, 73.4% on free throws, and 28.7% on three pointers this season. 

Towson Tigers Betting Preview

The Towson Tigers are 9-9 (1-4) this year after they defeated Northeastern by a score of 87-78 in their last game. Towson led 42-32 at halftime, but they did allow 46 points in the second half in the win. The Tigers shot 61% from the field, 50% on three pointers, and 72% on free throws in the game. Dylan Williamson led Towson with 22 points and four assists, while Jaquan Womack added 17 points and four rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that game, Towson lost to Hofstra by a score of 78-67 and Monmouth by a score of 62-48. The Tigers have scored 70.3 points per game with 39.8 rebounds and 10.8 assists per game, while they have allowed 68.2 points against per game this season. Tyler Tejada is averaging 16.7 points and 5.8 rebounds per game, while Dylan Williamson is averaging 14.6 points and 3.2 assists per game for the Tigers. Towson is shooting 42.9% from the field, 68.2% on free throws, and 29.2% on three pointers this year. 

Why the Towson Tigers will win

• Towson has won 31 of its last 33 night games at SECU Arena against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Why the College of Charleston Cougars will win

• College of Charleston has won each of its last seven games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Towson has lost five of its last six games against the Coastal Athletic Association.
• College of Charleston has won the first half in four of its last five games against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Five of College of Charleston’s last six games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 144+ points.
• Eight of Towson’s last 10 games against the Coastal Athletic Association have produced a total of 143+ points.

Charleston vs Towson Prediction 

Charleston comes into this matchup with a 4-0 record in conference play and they have scored at least 85 points in three of their last five games. The Cougars are shooting 44% from the field and they have allowed 79+ in two of their last three. Towson snapped their losing streak with a win over Northeastern in their last game, but they have scored 67, 62, and 48 in three of their last four. The Tigers are shooting 43% from the field and they have been the much better defensive team. I don’t love the Towson offense, but I am going to take them to cover at home.

David Racey's Pick: Towson -2.5