Hofstra celebrated its 2026 NCAA Tournament banner with a 62-59 overtime win over Iona, powered by Justin Moore’s season-high scoring and clutch finish. Moore scored seven points in overtime, including the go-ahead jumper and two free throws that sealed the Pride’s victory.

By the Numbers
  • Justin Moore: 22 points, including 7 in overtime.
  • Tanner Thomas: 17 points and 5 three-pointers, both season and career highs, respectively.
  • Final score: Hofstra 62, Iona 59, in overtime.
  • Hofstra improved to 2-2; Iona fell to 2-3.
What's Next

Hofstra heads to Southaven, Mississippi, to face Murray State in a neutral-court matchup at 11 a.m. CT.

Bottom Line

Hofstra turned its banner-night celebration into a hard-earned win, with Moore delivering when the game was on the line.