Navy Midshipmen Defeat American University Eagles 82-73
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 4:00 PM ET · Alumni Hall (Navy)
Navy Midshipmen 82, American University Eagles 73, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won American University Eagles vs Navy Midshipmen?
Navy Midshipmen beat American University Eagles 82-73 at Alumni Hall (Navy) on February 7, 2026.
Who was favored in American University Eagles vs Navy Midshipmen?
Navy Midshipmen were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -230 (about 70% implied). The favorite won.
In a competitive matchup, the Navy Midshipmen secured a victory against the American University Eagles with a final score of 82-73. This win highlights Navy's strong performance as they continue their impressive season. The Midshipmen now hold a home record of 19-6, while the Eagles sit at 13-12 for the season.
Navy has been in formidable form, boasting a record of 9-1 over their last ten games, with a current winning streak of six games. They have averaged 72.9 points scored per game while allowing just 60.2 points, showcasing their strong defensive capabilities. In their last five games, Navy has averaged 75.8 points scored and 59.0 points allowed, further emphasizing their dominance, especially at home where they have a perfect record of 5-0 in their last five home games.
Conversely, American University has struggled recently, with a record of 5-5 in their last ten games and currently on a three-game losing streak. The Eagles have averaged 68.0 points scored and 66.5 points allowed during this stretch. Their recent form has not been as strong, with a record of 2-3 at home and 3-2 away. In their last five games, they have averaged 67.6 points scored and 67.4 points allowed, indicating a lack of consistency.
The two teams have faced each other four times in recent seasons, with the series tied at 2-2. In their most recent meeting on January 13, 2026, American University defeated Navy 65-51. However, Navy's victory in this game may signal a shift in momentum as they have now won two of the last three matchups.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but any absence of key players could have influenced the game dynamics. The conditions at Alumni Hall were conducive to a strong performance from the home team, as they capitalized on their home-court advantage.
The betting market reflected Navy's strong position, with DraftKings listing them as 4.5-point favorites, with a total set at 134.5. The odds for Navy to win outright were -230, while American University's odds stood at +190.
As the game progressed, key moments included Greg Jones making a layup and Austin Benigni contributing with free throws that helped extend Navy's lead. Despite American University's efforts, including a late jumper from Greg Jones, they were unable to close the gap sufficiently.
Overall, Navy's victory not only solidifies their strong season but also demonstrates their capacity to perform under pressure, especially at home. The Midshipmen's ability to maintain a high scoring average while keeping their opponents' scores low will be crucial as they move forward in the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | NAVY -4.5 | 134.5 o -108 / u -112 | American University Eagles +190 · Navy Midshipmen -230 |
Leaders
- PointsAidan Kehoe22Navy Midshipmen
- AssistsDonovan Draper5Navy Midshipmen
- ReboundsDonovan Draper14Navy Midshipmen
- PointsGreg Jones17American University Eagles
- AssistsJulen Iturbe4American University Eagles
- ReboundsGreg Jones9American University Eagles
Recent form
Navy Midshipmen
Last 10: 9-1Streak W672.9 scored · 60.2 allowed per game5-0 at home
- W65-50at Lafayette LeopardsFeb 5
- W87-71vs Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsJan 31
- W58-50at Boston University TerriersJan 29
- W84-56vs Army Black KnightsJan 24
- W85-68vs Holy Cross CrusadersJan 22
- W82-79at Lehigh Mountain HawksJan 17
- L51-65at American University EaglesJan 13
- W76-50vs Lafayette LeopardsJan 10
- W76-55vs Bucknell BisonJan 8
- W65-58at Holy Cross CrusadersJan 3
American University Eagles
Last 10: 5-5Streak L368 scored · 66.5 allowed per game3-2 away
- L59-60vs Bucknell BisonFeb 5
- L65-67vs Lafayette LeopardsJan 31
- L68-77at Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsJan 29
- W76-67at Holy Cross CrusadersJan 24
- W70-66vs Colgate RaidersJan 22
- W78-67at Army Black KnightsJan 18
- W65-51vs Navy MidshipmenJan 13
- L73-84vs Holy Cross CrusadersJan 10
- L62-64at Colgate RaidersJan 8
- W64-62at Boston University TerriersJan 3
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Navy | 26-8 | - | 17-1 |
| Colgate | 18-15 | 6 | 11-7 |
| Lehigh | 18-17 | 6 | 11-7 |
| Boston University | 17-17 | 7 | 10-8 |
| American University | 16-16 | 8 | 9-9 |
| Loyola Maryland | 12-20 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Lafayette | 11-21 | 9 | 8-10 |
| Bucknell | 10-23 | 11 | 6-12 |
| Army | 11-21 | 12 | 5-13 |
| Holy Cross | 11-22 | 12 | 5-13 |
Box score
| Stat | American University Eagles | Navy Midshipmen |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-59 | 28-50 |
| Field goal % | 46 | 56 |
| Three-pointers | 12-35 | 6-13 |
| Three-point % | 34 | 46 |
| Free throws | 7-11 | 20-29 |
| Free throw % | 64 | 69 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 19 | 23 |
| Assists | 14 | 21 |
| Steals | 3 | 7 |
| Blocks | 0 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 9 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 5 | 19 |
| Fast-break points | 6 | 5 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 36 |
| Fouls | 27 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 3 | 13 |
| Lead changes | 7 | 7 |
| Time in front | 14 | 73 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half46-45Donovan Draper makes 18-foot jumper (Aidan Kehoe assists)
- 2nd Half48-45Madden Collins makes layup
- 2nd Half48-47Aidan Kehoe makes layup (Donovan Draper assists)
- 2nd Half50-47Greg Jones makes layup
- 2nd Half50-50Jinwoo Kim makes 23-foot three point jumper (Donovan Draper assists)
- 2nd Half50-52Cam Cole makes layup (Donovan Draper assists)
- 2nd Half53-52Geoff Sprouse makes 26-foot three point jumper (Greg Jones assists)
- 2nd Half53-54Donovan Draper makes layup
- 2nd Half53-55Donovan Draper makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half53-58Cam Cole makes 25-foot three point jumper (Donovan Draper assists)
- 2nd Half53-60Aidan Kehoe makes layup (Austin Benigni assists)
- 2nd Half53-61Aidan Kehoe makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half55-61Madden Collins makes layup
- 2nd Half56-61Madden Collins makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half56-62Aidan Kehoe makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-62Madden Collins makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-64Donovan Draper makes 16-foot jumper (Jordan Pennick assists)
- 2nd Half57-65Donovan Draper makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-68Donovan Draper makes 26-foot three point jumper (Austin Benigni assists)
- 2nd Half59-68Julen Iturbe makes layup
- 2nd Half59-70Aidan Kehoe makes layup (Jordan Pennick assists)
- 2nd Half59-71Austin Benigni makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-72Austin Benigni makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half60-72Madden Collins makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-72Julen Iturbe makes 27-foot three point jumper (Madden Collins assists)
- 2nd Half63-73Donovan Draper makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-74Austin Benigni makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-75Austin Benigni makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-75Matt Mayock makes 23-foot three point jumper (Madden Collins assists)
- 2nd Half66-76Jordan Pennick makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half66-77Mike Woods makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half66-78Mike Woods makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-78Greg Jones makes layup
- 2nd Half68-79Austin Benigni makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-80Austin Benigni makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-80Matt Mayock makes layup
- 2nd Half71-80Matt Mayock makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half71-81Donovan Draper makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-82Donovan Draper makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-82Greg Jones makes 15-foot jumper
Win probability
Above the line favours Navy Midshipmen, below favours American University Eagles.
Venue
- Alumni Hall (Navy)Annapolis, MD
- Attendance2241
- OfficialsRobert Riley Jr., Andre Roberson, Garrett Jones
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