Navy vs Bucknell Prediction 2/9/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

In this article we will formulate a Navy vs Bucknell prediction for this College Basketball game on Monday, February 9th at the Sojka Pavilion in Lewisburg, Pennsylvania. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Navy Midshipmen Betting Preview

The Navy Midshipmen are 19-6 (11-1) this season after they defeated American by a score of 82-73 in their last game. Navy led 39-35 at halftime and they scored 43 points in the second half to seal the win. The Midshipmen shot 56% from the field, 46% on three pointers, and 69% on free throws in the game. Aidan Kehoe led Navy with 22 points and 10 rebounds, while Donovan Draper added 18 points and 14 rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that game, Navy defeated Lafayette by a score of 65-50 and Loyola (MD) by a score of 87-71. The Midshipmen have scored 73.7 points per game with 36.6 rebounds and 15.8 assists per game, while they have allowed 63.6 points against per game this season. Austin Benigni is averaging 18.1 points and 4.3 assists per game, while Aidan Kehoe is averaging 15.2 points and 10.6 rebounds per game for the Midshipmen. Navy is shooting 47.4% from the field, 73.5% on free throws, and 35.0% on three pointers this season. 

Bucknell Bison Betting Preview

The Bucknell Bison are 8-17 (5-7) this year after they lost to Colgate by a score of 78-59 in their last game. Bucknell trailed 39-23 at halftime and they allowed 39 more points in the second half in the loss. The Bison shot 33% from the field, 12% on three pointers, and 74% on free throws in the game. Amon Dorries led Bucknell with 25 points and six rebounds, while Achile Spadone added 16 points and eight rebounds in the loss. 

Prior to that game, Bucknell defeated American by a score of 60-59 and Boston University by a score of 103-97. The Bison have scored 67.4 points per game with 31.6 rebounds and 12.9 assists per game, while they have allowed 76.9 points against per game this season. Amon Dorries is averaging 15.2 points and 4.0 rebounds per game, while Pat Curtin is averaging 11.6 points and 3.4 rebounds per game for the Bison. Bucknell is shooting 41.3% from the field, 77.1% on free throws, and 31.2% on three pointers this year. 

Why the Bucknell Bison will win

• Bucknell has won nine of its last 10 home night games against the Patriot League.
• Navy has lost the first half in three of its last four road night games against the Patriot League.

Why the Navy Midshipmen will win

• Navy has won 15 of its last 16 games against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Each of Bucknell’s last 13 games against non-AP-ranked opponents at Sojka Pavilion have produced a total of 137+ points.
• Each of Navy’s last four road night games against the Patriot League have produced a total of 126 or fewer points.

Matchup/League Facts

• Navy ranks 10th among Division 1 teams for opponent three-point percentage this season (29.1%).
• Navy ranks 13th among Division 1 teams for opponent free throws made per game this season (10.8).

Navy vs Bucknell Prediction 

Navy rolls into this matchup leading the Patriot League standings by two games and they have allowed 56 points or fewer in three of their last five games. The Midshipmen are shooting 47% from the field and they have scored at least 82 points in three of their last five. Bucknell has won two of their last three games, but they have scored 60 points or fewer in back to back games. Navy already beat Bucknell by 21 points at home and I think their defense will lead them to another win and cover here.

David Racey's Pick: Navy -6.5