NCAAB · Final/OT

Army Tops Bucknell in Overtime Thriller

Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Sojka Pavilion

Army Black Knights 87, Bucknell Bison 84, 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 Army Black Knights vs Bucknell Bison?

Army Black Knights beat Bucknell Bison 87-84 at Sojka Pavilion on January 21, 2026.

Who was favored in Army Black Knights vs Bucknell Bison?

Bucknell Bison were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -205 (about 67% implied). The underdog won.

In a gripping overtime contest, the Army Black Knights edged out the Bucknell Bison with a final score of 87-84 at Sojka Pavilion. This matchup was marked by intense competition, showcasing both teams' determination to secure a crucial victory. The game featured a back-and-forth battle, with Army ultimately prevailing in the extra period, highlighting their resilience amid a challenging season.

Entering the game, Bucknell held a home record of 6-14, while Army had an away record of 8-12. Both teams had struggled recently, with Bucknell recording a 4-6 mark over their last ten games, including a current losing streak of one game. Their average scoring during this stretch was 64.0 points per game, while they allowed 73.9 points. In contrast, Army also boasted a 4-6 record in their last ten games, but they were on a five-game losing streak. The Black Knights averaged 80.2 points scored and allowed 78.0 points during this period, indicating a more offensive approach despite their recent struggles.

At home, Bucknell had a record of 3-1 in their last four games, while Army's away record stood at 2-2. This fixture was notable not just for its implications in the standings but also for the history between the two teams, having split their previous meetings in the 2025 season. Bucknell won decisively at home with a score of 84-53, but Army had previously triumphed in a high-scoring affair, 116-110, in their earlier encounter.

The injury situation for both teams was not detailed in the provided facts, but it is often a critical factor in such close contests. The market had Bucknell as 4.5-point favorites according to DraftKings, with a total set at 144.5. The odds reflected the competitive nature of the matchup, with Bucknell listed at -205 on the moneyline and Army at +170.

Conditions in the arena were likely charged, with fans eager to see their teams battle it out in this pivotal game. The atmosphere at Sojka Pavilion was electric, contributing to the intensity of the contest. As the game progressed, viewers were treated to a showcase of skill, strategy, and determination from both sides.

In the overtime period, the scoring plays were crucial, with Tate Laczkowski starting the action with two free throws that put Army ahead. Bucknell responded with a layup from Achile Spadone, leveling the score at 82. The back-and-forth continued as both teams traded free throws, showcasing the pressure of the moment. Ultimately, Jackson Furman sealed the victory for Army with a long three-pointer, capping off a thrilling finish.

This game not only highlighted the competitive spirit of both teams but also served as a reminder of the unpredictable nature of college basketball, where every possession counts and the outcome can hinge on a single play.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	BUCK -4.5	144.5 o -110 / u -110	Army Black Knights +170 · Bucknell Bison -205

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Leaders

PointsPat Curtin25Bucknell Bison
AssistsPat Curtin3Bucknell Bison
ReboundsAchile Spadone9Bucknell Bison
PointsJaxson Bell18Army Black Knights
AssistsJacen Holloway2Army Black Knights
ReboundsTate Laczkowski7Army Black Knights

Recent form

Bucknell Bison

Last 10: 4-6Streak L164 scored · 73.9 allowed per game3-1 at home

L76-95at Colgate RaidersJan 17
W76-69vs Lafayette LeopardsJan 15
W70-67vs Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsJan 10
L55-76at Navy MidshipmenJan 8
W72-65vs Lehigh Mountain HawksJan 3
L58-65at Holy Cross CrusadersDec 31
L39-94at Iowa HawkeyesDec 20
W51-38at Rider BroncsDec 10
L66-73vs UMBC RetrieversDec 6
L77-97at Akron ZipsDec 4

Army Black Knights

Last 10: 4-6Streak L580.2 scored · 78 allowed per game2-2 away

L67-78vs American University EaglesJan 18
L75-82at Holy Cross CrusadersJan 14
L91-100at Boston University TerriersJan 10
L76-84vs Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsJan 7
L69-76vs Colgate RaidersJan 3
W85-78at Lehigh Mountain HawksDec 31
W95-85vs Binghamton BearcatsDec 23
W63-60at UMBC RetrieversDec 12
W111-53vs Gallaudet BisonDec 7
L70-84vs George Washington RevolutionariesDec 2

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	Army Black Knights	Bucknell Bison
Field goals	28-59	29-60
Field goal %	47	48
Three-pointers	12-31	8-24
Three-point %	39	33
Free throws	19-21	18-23
Free throw %	90	78
Rebounds	33	29
Offensive rebounds	12	9
Defensive rebounds	21	20
Assists	13	13
Steals	5	10
Blocks	4	3
Turnovers	12	9
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	9	15
Fast-break points	3	9
Points in the paint	32	38
Fouls	17	17
Largest lead	12	5
Lead changes	11	11
Time in front	52	31

How the scoring went

2nd Half54-52Achile Spadone makes driving layup
2nd Half54-55Quin Berger makes 25-foot three point jumper (Achile Spadone assists)
2nd Half54-57Pat Curtin makes layup
2nd Half54-59Jayden Williams makes 22-foot step back jumpshot
2nd Half56-59Jacen Holloway makes driving layup
2nd Half56-61Achile Spadone makes 7-foot turnaround jump shot
2nd Half57-61Jacen Holloway makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half58-61Jacen Holloway makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half59-61Joshua Eli makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half60-61Joshua Eli makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half60-63Pat Curtin makes layup (Aleksander Pachucki assists)
2nd Half62-63Joshua Eli makes driving layup
2nd Half62-66Aleksander Pachucki makes 23-foot three point jumper (Pat Curtin assists)
2nd Half64-66Jacen Holloway makes driving layup
2nd Half65-66Jacen Holloway makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half66-66Jacen Holloway makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half67-66Jaxson Bell makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half67-68Pat Curtin makes driving layup
2nd Half69-68Jaxson Bell makes driving layup
2nd Half69-70Amon Dörries makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half69-71Achile Spadone makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half71-71Jackson Furman makes driving layup
2nd Half71-74Jayden Williams makes 24-foot three pointer
2nd Half71-76Jayden Williams makes driving layup
2nd Half74-76Ryan Curry makes 27-foot three point jumper (Joshua Eli assists)
2nd Half76-76Ryan Curry makes layup
2nd Half76-77Achile Spadone makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half76-78Achile Spadone makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half78-78Ryan Curry makes 7-foot jumper
2nd Half78-80Amon Dörries makes layup
2nd Half79-80Jaxson Bell makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half80-80Jaxson Bell makes free throw 2 of 2
OT81-80Tate Laczkowski makes free throw 1 of 2
OT82-80Tate Laczkowski makes free throw 2 of 2
OT82-82Achile Spadone makes layup (Amon Dörries assists)
OT82-83Pat Curtin makes free throw 1 of 2
OT82-84Pat Curtin makes free throw 2 of 2
OT83-84Ryan Curry makes free throw 1 of 2
OT84-84Ryan Curry makes free throw 2 of 2
OT87-84Jackson Furman makes 27-foot three point jumper (Ryan Curry assists)