Bucknell Bison vs Virginia Cavaliers prediction

This game will take place at the John Paul Jones Arena on November 11, 2026, at 02:00 UTC. The Cavaliers have been in strong form, winning their last three games, while the Bison are on a three-game losing streak.

In their last five games, Virginia has secured victories against teams like the Arkansas Razorbacks, winning 91-72, and the Drexel Dragons, winning 89-60. Their scoring average during this stretch is 86.2 points, while they have allowed an average of 68.0 points per game. In contrast, Bucknell's recent performances have not been as favorable, with their last five games resulting in a record of 1-4, averaging 68.4 points scored and 79.2 points allowed. Their most recent losses include an 82-62 defeat to the Old Dominion Monarchs and a 96-67 loss to the Maryland Terrapins.

Virginia's dominance at home is evident, as they hold an 8-0 record over their last ten home games, scoring an average of 80.4 points while allowing 69.4 points. On the other hand, Bucknell's away struggles are highlighted by their 1-4 record in away games. The Bison have averaged 66.6 points scored and 77.4 points allowed in their last ten games overall.

In terms of individual performances, Virginia's Sam Lewis leads the team with an average of 18.7 points per game, while Chance Mallory contributes 4.7 assists per game, and Thijs De Ridder grabs 8.3 rebounds per game. For Bucknell, Aleksander Pachucki is their top scorer with 17.0 points per game, and Patrick O'Brien averages 3.5 assists, while Kyle Marshall leads in rebounds with 4.0 per game.

The betting market has set the spread at Virginia -38.5, according to DraftKings, with a total of 151.5 points for the game. The odds for the over are -105.0, while the under stands at -115.0.

As the game approaches, viewers should watch for Virginia's offensive prowess, particularly their ability to score efficiently at home, and how Bucknell responds to their recent struggles on the road. The matchup promises to showcase contrasting forms, with Virginia looking to extend their winning streak and Bucknell aiming to turn their fortunes around.