Bucknell vs Loyola Maryland Prediction 1/24/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

In this article, we will formulate a Bucknell vs Loyola Maryland Prediction for this College Basketball game on Saturday, January 24th. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Loyola Maryland Greyhounds Preview

The Loyola Maryland Greyhounds have a 6-14 record this season and are tied in the 8th place of the Patriot League. They have a 2-5 conference record and are coming off an 88-81 away loss against Lehigh. Their previous three games were a 74-57 home win against Boston University, an 86-80 home loss against Colgate and a 70-67 away loss against Bucknell.

Offensively, Loyola Maryland averages 75.2 points per game, while allowing 77.1 points per game defensively. The Greyhounds shoot with 44% from the field and grab 35.7 rebounds per game, while dishing out 14.1 assists per game. They average 3.4 blocks per game and 6.5 steals per game defensively.

Jacob Theodosiou leads Loyola Maryland in scoring, with an average of 15.1 points per game, while shooting with 44% from the field and 67.7% from the free throw line. Emmett Adair is the team’s leading rebounder with 4.8 per game. Jacob Theodosiou also leads the team in assists with 3.6 per game.

Bucknell Bison Preview

The Bucknell Bison have a 6-14 record this season and are tied in the 5th place of the Patriot League. They have a 3-4 conference record and are coming off an 87-84 home loss against Army. Their previous three games were a 95-76 away loss against Colgate, a 76-69 home win against Lafayette and a 70-67 home win against Loyola Maryland.

Offensively, Bucknell averages 66.2 points per game, while allowing 77 points per game defensively. The Bison shoot with 41% from the field and grab 31.3 rebounds per game, while dishing out 12.6 assists per game. They average 2.2 blocks per game and 7.3 steals per game defensively.

Amon Dörries leads Bucknell in scoring, with an average of 12.8 points per game, while shooting with 50.5% from the field and 79.7% from the free throw line. Grgur Brcic is the team’s leading rebounder with 5.4 per game. Jayden Williams leads the team in assists with 3.9 per game.

Bucknell Bison @ Loyola Greyhounds Betting Trends: January 24, 2026

Why the Loyola Greyhounds will win

• Bucknell has lost 10 of its last 11 games when playing with a rest disadvantage.
• Loyola (MD) has won four of its last five day games at Reitz Arena.
• The home team has won the first half in 18 of the last 22 games between Bucknell and Loyola (MD).

Why the Bucknell Bison will win

• Bucknell has won each of its last six games against Loyola (MD).
• Loyola (MD) has lost each of its last five games following a road loss.
• Loyola (MD) has lost the first half in each of its last four home games.

Total Points Facts

• Seven of the last eight games between Bucknell and Loyola (MD) have produced a total of 146 or fewer points.
• Each of Bucknell’s last five games at Reitz Arena have produced a total of 146 or fewer points.

Matchup/League Facts

• Loyola (MD) ranks 43rd among Division 1 teams for three-point field goal attempts per game this season (28.3).
• Loyola (MD) ranks T46th among Division 1 teams for opponent blocks per game this season (2.6).
• Bucknell ranks 365th among Division 1 teams for opponent three-point percentage this season (39.3%).
• Bucknell ranks 46th among Division 1 teams for free throw percentage this season (76.3%).

Bucknell vs Loyola Maryland Prediction

In this Bucknell vs Loyola Maryland Prediction, Bucknell is coming as -2.5 road favorites. Both teams have identical overall records with Loyola Maryland bring mediocre at home and Bucknell struggling on the road. Loyola Maryland has been very good against the spread lately, with a 4-1 ATS record in its last 5, despite being 2-3 straight up, while on the other hand, Bucknell is 3-5 in its last 8 games and 3-7 against the spread in its last 10 and given their very poor road record and terrible offense, I don’t trust them at this spot. Take Loyola Maryland and get the +2.5 points in this one.

Nikos Lagouretos's Pick: Loyola Maryland +2.5