Lehigh Mountain Hawks Edge Boston University Terriers 70-67
Sunday, February 22, 2026, 12:00 PM ET · Stabler Arena
Lehigh Mountain Hawks 70, Boston University Terriers 67, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Boston University Terriers vs Lehigh Mountain Hawks?
Lehigh Mountain Hawks beat Boston University Terriers 70-67 at Stabler Arena on February 22, 2026.
Who was favored in Boston University Terriers vs Lehigh Mountain Hawks?
Boston University Terriers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -135 (about 57% implied). The underdog won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Lehigh Mountain Hawks triumphed over the Boston University Terriers with a final score of 70-67 at Stabler Arena. This victory marks an important moment for Lehigh, who improved their record to 14-16, while Boston University fell to 13-17. Both teams entered the game with identical overall records of 13-16, making the outcome particularly significant in the context of their respective seasons.
Lehigh's recent form showed a mixed bag, with a record of 5-5 over their last ten games. However, they were coming off a loss to the Navy Midshipmen, which snapped a brief two-game winning streak. In their last five games, Lehigh averaged 73.6 points scored and allowed 77.6 points, indicating a struggle on the defensive end. Their home record was notably stronger, boasting a 4-1 mark at Stabler Arena, which provided them a crucial advantage in this matchup.
On the other hand, Boston University entered the game on a five-game winning streak, showcasing a record of 6-4 in their last ten outings. The Terriers had been scoring an impressive average of 76.2 points while allowing 71.6 points during that stretch. Their recent form included a dominant 85-58 victory over the Colgate Raiders, highlighting their offensive capabilities. However, they struggled on the road with a 2-3 record in away games, which may have contributed to their performance against Lehigh.
In terms of head-to-head matchups, Lehigh and Boston University had faced each other three times recently, with Boston University holding a slight edge at 2-1. Their most recent encounter was a thrilling game on January 14, 2026, where Boston University edged out Lehigh 93-91. This history added an extra layer of intensity to the game, as both teams were eager to assert their dominance in the rivalry.
Injuries were not reported as a significant factor for either team in this matchup, allowing both squads to field their best lineups. The market had Boston University favored by 2.5 points according to DraftKings, with a total set at 141.5. The odds reflected the Terriers' recent success, but Lehigh's home advantage was a critical element in the betting landscape.
The game conditions were typical for late February, with both teams facing off in a competitive atmosphere at Stabler Arena. Fans witnessed a tense battle, with both teams exchanging leads throughout the game. Key moments included a series of scoring plays in the second half, where Lehigh managed to maintain a slight edge. Notable plays included a three-point jumper from Peter Kramer, which helped Lehigh push their lead to 66-61, and crucial free throws from Nasir Whitlock that sealed the victory.
Viewers were treated to a display of resilience from Lehigh, who fought hard to overcome Boston University's late-game efforts to tie the score. The Mountain Hawks' ability to execute under pressure, particularly in the final moments, was a highlight of the game. As the final buzzer sounded, it was clear that Lehigh's home court advantage and their recent form had played a pivotal role in their narrow victory over the Terriers.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | BU -2.5 | 141.5 o -110 / u -110 | Boston University Terriers -135 · Lehigh Mountain Hawks +114 |
Leaders
- PointsNasir Whitlock30Lehigh Mountain Hawks
- AssistsNasir Whitlock4Lehigh Mountain Hawks
- ReboundsJoshua Ingram5Lehigh Mountain Hawks
- PointsChance Gladden17Boston University Terriers
- AssistsChance Gladden4Boston University Terriers
- ReboundsBen Defty8Boston University Terriers
Recent form
Lehigh Mountain Hawks
Last 10: 5-5Streak L174 scored · 75.3 allowed per game4-1 at home
- L49-72at Navy MidshipmenFeb 19
- W78-69at Lafayette LeopardsFeb 14
- W90-82vs American University EaglesFeb 12
- L67-76at Holy Cross CrusadersFeb 7
- L84-89at Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsFeb 5
- W77-76vs Colgate RaidersJan 31
- L64-67at Army Black KnightsJan 28
- W64-59vs Lafayette LeopardsJan 25
- W88-81vs Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsJan 20
- L79-82vs Navy MidshipmenJan 17
Boston University Terriers
Last 10: 6-4Streak W576.2 scored · 71.6 allowed per game2-3 away
- W85-58vs Colgate RaidersFeb 16
- W82-69vs Bucknell BisonFeb 14
- W85-68at Army Black KnightsFeb 11
- W78-69vs Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsFeb 7
- W72-64at Holy Cross CrusadersFeb 3
- L97-103at Bucknell BisonJan 31
- L50-58vs Navy MidshipmenJan 29
- L79-80at Colgate RaidersJan 24
- W77-73vs Lafayette LeopardsJan 21
- L57-74at Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsJan 17
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 | Boston University Terriers | Lehigh Mountain Hawks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-56 | 25-50 |
| Field goal % | 50 | 50 |
| Three-pointers | 7-21 | 8-19 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 42 |
| Free throws | 4-5 | 12-13 |
| Free throw % | 80 | 92 |
| Rebounds | 25 | 28 |
| Offensive rebounds | 7 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 18 | 20 |
| Assists | 11 | 15 |
| Steals | 7 | 6 |
| Blocks | 0 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 8 | 10 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 17 | 11 |
| Fast-break points | 0 | 5 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 30 |
| Fouls | 16 | 8 |
| Largest lead | 13 | 5 |
| Lead changes | 13 | 13 |
| Time in front | 72 | 25 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half35-29Ben Defty makes layup
- 2nd Half35-31Nasir Whitlock makes driving layup
- 2nd Half35-32Nasir Whitlock makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half37-32Chance Gladden makes layup (Sam Hughes assists)
- 2nd Half40-32Azmar Abdullah makes 26-foot three point step back jumpshot (Ben Defty assists)
- 2nd Half40-34Andrew Urosevic makes 7-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half40-36Joshua Ingram makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half42-36Michael McNair makes 2-foot dunk
- 2nd Half42-38Hank Alvey makes 1-foot dunk (Edouard Benoit assists)
- 2nd Half45-38Michael McNair makes 27-foot three point jumper (Chance Gladden assists)
- 2nd Half48-38Michael McNair makes 23-foot three point jumper (Azmar Abdullah assists)
- 2nd Half48-40Andrew Urosevic makes 18-foot pullup jump shot (Nasir Whitlock assists)
- 2nd Half51-40Azmar Abdullah makes 25-foot three point jumper (Ben Defty assists)
- 2nd Half53-40Donte Tisinger Jr. makes 8-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half53-43Peter Kramer makes 23-foot three point jumper (Alfredo Addesa assists)
- 2nd Half55-43Ben Defty makes layup (Chance Gladden assists)
- 2nd Half55-45Nasir Whitlock makes driving layup
- 2nd Half55-46Nasir Whitlock makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half57-46Chance Gladden makes layup (Quinn Nielsen assists)
- 2nd Half57-48Hank Alvey makes layup (Jalen Vazquez assists)
- 2nd Half59-48Donte Tisinger Jr. makes 14-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half59-50Nasir Whitlock makes driving layup
- 2nd Half59-51Nasir Whitlock makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half59-54Joshua Ingram makes 24-foot three point jumper (Hank Alvey assists)
- 2nd Half59-55Nasir Whitlock makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-56Nasir Whitlock makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-58Jalen Vazquez makes driving layup (Joshua Ingram assists)
- 2nd Half59-59Jalen Vazquez makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-60Jalen Vazquez makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-60Michael McNair makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-61Hank Alvey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-63Nasir Whitlock makes 8-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half61-66Peter Kramer makes 23-foot three point jumper (Joshua Ingram assists)
- 2nd Half63-66Ben Defty makes 6-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half65-66Ben Defty makes layup
- 2nd Half65-68Nasir Whitlock makes driving layup
- 2nd Half66-68Michael McNair makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half67-68Michael McNair makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half67-69Nasir Whitlock makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-70Nasir Whitlock makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Lehigh Mountain Hawks, below favours Boston University Terriers.
Venue
- Stabler ArenaBethlehem, PA
- Attendance774
- OfficialsPhil Sallustio Jr., Vasili Mallios, Andre Roberson
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