Lafayette vs American Prediction 2/10/25 College Basketball Picks

In this article we will formulate a Lafayette vs American prediction for this College Basketball game on Monday, February 10th at Bender Arena in Washington, DC. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Lafayette Leopards Betting Preview

The Lafayette Leopards are 10-15 (5-7) this year after they defeated Navy by a score of 61-51 in their last game. Lafayette led 25-16 at halftime and added 36 points in the second half to get the win. The Leopards shot 47.1% from the field, 26.1% on three-pointers, and 70% on free throws in the game. Caleb Williams led Lafayette with 17 points and three rebounds, while Justin Vander Baan added 15 points and 13 rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that win, the Leopards lost to Loyola (MD) by a score of 71-58 but did beat Colgate by a score of 76-61 before that. Lafayette has lost three of their last five games and they are currently tied for sixth in the Patriot League standings with a 5-7 record. Lafayette has scored 68.2 points per game and they have allowed 69.0 points per game, while also averaging 33.6 rebounds and 14.4 assists per game this season. Justin Vander Baan is averaging 12.3 points, 6.7 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game, while Alex Chaikin is averaging 11.9 points, 2.5 rebounds, and 1.0 assists per game this year. Lafayette is shooting 43.3% from the field, 68% on free throws, and 33.7% on three-pointers this season. 

American Eagles Betting Preview

The American Eagles are 15-10 (9-3) this season after they defeated Lehigh in overtime by a score of 78-75 in their last game. American trailed 29-25 at halftime, but they were able to force overtime, before getting the win. The Eagles shot 42.4% from the field, 23.8% on three-pointers, and 85.2% on free throws in the game. Matt Rogers led American with 27 points and four rebounds, while Elijah Stephens added 23 points and five rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that game, the Eagles lost to Bucknell by a score of 71-49 but did beat Army by a score of 71-68 before that. American has won eight of their last nine games and they are currently first in the Patriot League standings with a 9-3 record. American has scored 69.6 points per game and they have allowed 69.9 points per game, while also averaging 30.5 rebounds and 12.4 assists per game this season. Matt Rogers is averaging 16.9 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 1.2 assists per game, while Elijah Stephens is averaging 11.5 points, 3.0 rebounds, and 3.7 assists per game this year. American is shooting 44% from the field, 76.6% on free throws, and 34.3% on three-pointers this season. 

Why American will beat Lafayette

• American University has won eight of its last nine games at Bender Arena.
• Lafayette has lost six of its last seven road night games against the Patriot League.
• American University has won the first half in three of its last four night games against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Twelve of Lafayette’s last 13 road games against non-AP-ranked opponents have produced a total of 133+ points.
• Seven of American University’s last eight games against non-AP-ranked opponents at Bender Arena have produced a total of 135+ points.

Matchup/League Facts

• American University ranks 31st among Division 1 teams for opponent field goal attempts per game this season (54.0).
• American University ranks 37th among Division 1 teams for free throw percentage this season (76.6%).

Lafayette vs American Prediction 

American comes into this matchup leading the Patriot League standings and they will be at home for this contest. The Eagles are red hot right now and they are 6-0 in their last six home games. American is only shooting 44% from the field this year, but they have scored at least 71 points in four of their last five games. Lafayette has won two of their last three games, but they are 2-4 in their last six road games. The Leopards are shooting 43.3% from the field this year and they have scored 61 points or fewer in three of their last five games. American is playing very well right now and I don’t think Lafayette’s shooting is going to keep them in this game. Take the Eagles at home.