Bucknell vs Navy Prediction 3/5/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

In this article we will formulate a Bucknell vs Navy prediction for this College Basketball game on Thursday, March 5th at Alumni Hall in Annapolis, Maryland. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Bucknell Bison Betting Preview

The Bucknell Bison are 10-22 (6-12) this season after they defeated Army by a score of 65-55 in their last game. Bucknell led 26-25 at halftime and they added 39 points in the second half in the win. The Bison shot 47% from the field, 19% on three pointers, and 61% on free throws in the game. Pat Curtin led Bucknell with 24 points and nine rebounds, while Achile Spadone added 19 points and five rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that game, Bucknell lost to Lehigh by a score of 89-79, but did beat Army again by a score of 75-73 before that. The Bison have scored 67.3 points per game with 31.4 rebounds and 12.6 assists per game, while they have allowed 76.4 points against per game this season. Amon Dorries is averaging 16.1 points and 4.3 rebounds per game, while Pat Curtin is averaging 12.9 points and 4.2 rebounds per game for the Bison. Bucknell is shooting 41.9% from the field, 76.6% on free throws, and 30.4% on three pointers this season. 

Navy Midshipmen Betting Preview

The Navy Midshipmen are 25-6 (17-1) this year after they defeated Colgate by a score of 85-69 in their last game. Navy led 47-40 at halftime and they held Colgate to just 29 points in the second half to secure the win. The Midshipmen shot 50% from the field, 40% on three pointers, and 65% on free throws in the game. Aidan Kehoe led Navy with 17 points and 12 rebounds, while Cam Cole added 16 points and one steal in the win. 

Prior to that game, Navy defeated Loyola (MD) by a score of 78-51 and Army by a score of 81-63. The Midshipmen have scored 74.8 points per game with 37.0 rebounds and 16.3 assists per game, while they have allowed 63.3 points against per game this season. Austin Benigni is averaging 18.1 points and 4.4 assists per game, while Aidan Kehoe is averaging 15.4 points and 11.0 rebounds per game for the Midshipmen. Navy is shooting 47.7% from the field, 73.6% on free throws, and 36.0% on three pointers this year. 

Why the Navy Midshipmen will win

• Navy has won each of its last 14 games at Alumni Hall (Annapolis) against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Bucknell has lost seven of its last nine road games against Conference opponents.
• Bucknell has lost the first half in seven of its last nine games against Conference opponents.

Matchup/League Facts

• Navy ranks 8th among Division 1 teams for opponent three-point percentage this season (29.1%).
• Navy ranks 10th among Division 1 teams for opponent free throws made per game this season (10.8).

Bucknell vs Navy Prediction 

Navy comes into this matchup after dominating the Patriot League in the regular season and they will be at home here. The Midshipmen are shooting 48% from the field and they have allowed fewer than 70 points in four straight. Bucknell has won two of their last three games, but both wins came against Army, who has not been good. The Bison are shooting 42% from the field and they have scored 65 points or fewer in three of their last five. I expect Navy to get an easy win at home, so I will take them to cover here.

David Racey's Pick: Navy ATS