American vs Army Prediction 2/19/25 College Basketball Picks

In this article, we will formulate an American vs Army prediction for this College Basketball game on Wednesday, February 19th at Christl Arena in West Point, New York. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

American Eagles Betting Preview

The American Eagles are 17-10 (11-3) this year after they defeated Loyola (MD) by a score of 72-51 in their last game. American led 34-27 at halftime and held Loyola to just 24 points in the second half in the win. The Eagles shot 51.9% from the field, 56.5% on three-pointers, and 71.4% on free throws in the game. Matt Rogers led American with 22 points and nine rebounds, while Geoff Sprouse added 12 points and two steals in the game. 

Prior to that win, the Eagles defeated Lafayette by a score of 60-58 and Lehigh by a score of 78-75. American has won 10 of their last 11 games and they are currently first in the Patriot League standings with an 11-3 record. American has scored 69.4 points per game and they have allowed 68.8 points per game, while also averaging 30.5 rebounds and 12.5 assists per game this season. Matt Rogers is averaging 17.1 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game, while Elijah Stephens is averaging 11.1 points, 2.8 rebounds, and 3.7 assists per game this year. American is shooting 44.4% from the field, 76.6% on free throws, and 34.8% on three-pointers this season. 

Army Black Knights Betting Preview

The Army Black Knights are 15-11 (9-5) this season after they lost to Navy by a score of 61-54 in their last game. Army led 28-26 at halftime, but they only scored 26 points in the second half in the loss. The Black Knights shot 38% from the field, 28.6% on three-pointers, and 76.9% on free throws in the game. Jalen Rucker led Army with 18 points and three rebounds, while AJ Allenspach added 14 points and eight rebounds in the loss. 

Prior to that game, the Black Knights defeated Loyola (MD) by a score of 64-60 and Bucknell by a score of 116-110. Army has won three of their last four games and they are currently third in the Patriot League standings with a 9-5 record. Army has scored 75.1 points per game and they have allowed 73.8 points per game, while also averaging 35.6 rebounds and 14.9 assists per game this season. Jalen Rucker is averaging 18.2 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 3.1 assists per game, while Josh Scovens is averaging 16.1 points, 4.3 rebounds, and 1.8 assists per game this year. Army is shooting 45.3% from the field, 66.7% on free throws, and 33.2% on three-pointers this season. 

Why American will beat Army 

• American University has won 10 of its last 11 games against the Patriot League.

American vs Army Prediction 

American comes into this matchup with an 11-3 conference record, which is good for first in the standings, but they will be on the road for this game. The Eagles are shooting 44.4% from the field this year and they have allowed just 51 and 58 points in their last two games. Army has won three of their last four games and they are 6-1 in their last seven home games. The Black Knights are shooting 45.3% from the field this season and they have allowed 65 points or fewer in three of their last four. American won the first meeting between these teams by a score of 71-68 and they have been great on the road over the last few weeks. Take the Eagles here.