NCAAB · Final

Fordham Rams Edge Davidson Wildcats in Close Contest

Saturday, February 21, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · Rose Hill Gym

Fordham Rams 63, Davidson Wildcats 59, 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 Davidson Wildcats vs Fordham Rams?

Fordham Rams beat Davidson Wildcats 63-59 at Rose Hill Gym on February 21, 2026.

Who was favored in Davidson Wildcats vs Fordham Rams?

Davidson Wildcats were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -112 (about 53% implied). The underdog won.

In a tightly contested matchup at Rose Hill Gym, the Fordham Rams triumphed over the Davidson Wildcats with a final score of 63-59. This victory marks a significant achievement for the Rams, who had struggled in their previous encounters against Davidson, losing all three of their last meetings. The Rams' win not only improves their record to 17-12 but also serves as a pivotal moment in their season as they look to build momentum heading into the closing weeks.

Both teams entered the game with similar records, Fordham at 16-12 and Davidson at 16-11. The Rams had been showing signs of improvement, winning three consecutive games prior to this matchup, while Davidson had a mixed bag of results, going 6-4 in their last ten games. Fordham's recent form included a victory against Loyola Chicago Ramblers just two days prior, where they won 62-59. In their last five games, the Rams averaged 65.2 points scored and 64.4 points allowed, demonstrating a slight edge in scoring efficiency.

Davidson, on the other hand, had been averaging 75.6 points scored and 67.2 points allowed over their last ten games, showcasing a more potent offense. However, their recent loss to Dayton Flyers (59-70) highlighted some vulnerabilities that Fordham was able to exploit. Davidson's last victory came against Richmond Spiders, where they narrowly won 65-63, indicating a team that was still trying to find its rhythm.

When considering home and away performances, Fordham had a home record of 2-3 in their last five games, while Davidson's away record stood at 2-2. This matchup was crucial for both teams, especially for Fordham, who aimed to leverage their home court advantage.

In terms of head-to-head matchups, Fordham had not defeated Davidson in their last three encounters, with the most recent loss occurring on January 22, 2026, where they fell 63-68. The Rams were determined to break this streak and capitalize on their recent form.

Injury reports indicated that both teams were relatively healthy, which contributed to the competitive nature of the game. The absence of key players could have shifted the dynamics, but both squads were able to field their strongest lineups.

The betting market reflected a close contest, with DraftKings setting the odds at Davidson -1.5, suggesting that the game was expected to be a nail-biter. The total was set at 131.5, indicating that a lower-scoring game was anticipated, which proved accurate given the final score.

Conditions at Rose Hill Gym were typical for a February evening, with a lively crowd supporting the Rams. The atmosphere was electric, and the home team thrived on the energy, which likely played a role in their performance.

As the game unfolded, it was clear that every possession mattered. The scoring plays highlighted the tension, with key free throws from Dejour Reaves and Parker Friedrichsen contributing to the Rams' lead in the closing minutes. Reaves' ability to convert from the line was crucial, as he made several critical free throws that helped secure the victory.

Overall, this matchup between Fordham and Davidson was not just a battle for victory but a testament to the resilience and determination of the Rams, who managed to flip the script against a previously dominant opponent. As they continue their season, Fordham will look to build on this momentum, while Davidson will need to regroup and address the issues that led to their defeat.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	DAV -1.5	131.5 o -108 / u -112	Davidson Wildcats -112 · Fordham Rams -108

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Leaders

PointsDejour Reaves21Fordham Rams
AssistsChristian Henry6Fordham Rams
ReboundsRikus Schulte9Fordham Rams
PointsRoberts Blums16Davidson Wildcats
AssistsJosh Scovens4Davidson Wildcats
ReboundsRoberts Blums6Davidson Wildcats

Recent form

Fordham Rams

Last 10: 5-5Streak W365.1 scored · 66.5 allowed per game2-3 at home

W62-59vs Loyola Chicago RamblersFeb 19
W70-66at Rhode Island RamsFeb 14
W68-64at Saint Joseph's HawksFeb 11
L67-70vs St. Bonaventure BonniesFeb 7
L59-63vs VCU RamsFeb 4
W79-65at George Washington RevolutionariesJan 31
W64-58vs La Salle ExplorersJan 29
L63-68at Davidson WildcatsJan 22
L63-74vs Duquesne DukesJan 17
L56-78at Saint Louis BillikensJan 15

Davidson Wildcats

Last 10: 6-4Streak W175.6 scored · 67.2 allowed per game2-2 away

W65-63vs Richmond SpidersFeb 19
L59-70at Dayton FlyersFeb 15
W114-53vs Mid Atlantic Christian MustangsFeb 10
W84-64vs Loyola Chicago RamblersFeb 6
L82-91vs Saint Louis BillikensFeb 4
W79-54at Richmond SpidersJan 31
L52-60at George Mason PatriotsJan 29
L69-75vs VCU RamsJan 24
W68-63vs Fordham RamsJan 22
W84-79at George Washington RevolutionariesJan 15

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Saint Louis	29-6	-	15-3
VCU	28-8	-	15-3
Saint Joseph's	24-12	2	13-5
Dayton	25-12	3	12-6
George Mason	23-10	4	11-7
Davidson	20-14	5	10-8
Duquesne	18-15	6	9-9
George Washington	19-16	7	8-10
Fordham	17-15	7	8-10
Rhode Island	16-16	8	7-11
Richmond	15-17	10	5-13
La Salle	9-23	10	5-13
St. Bonaventure	17-17	11	4-14
Loyola Chicago	9-24	11	4-14

Box score

Stat	Davidson Wildcats	Fordham Rams
Field goals	22-50	21-42
Field goal %	44	50
Three-pointers	10-22	3-13
Three-point %	45	23
Free throws	5-16	18-28
Free throw %	31	64
Rebounds	33	31
Offensive rebounds	11	7
Defensive rebounds	22	24
Assists	15	13
Steals	2	10
Blocks	3	2
Turnovers	14	11
Team turnovers	1	2
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	3	23
Fast-break points	5	5
Points in the paint	14	32
Fouls	20	18
Largest lead	5	12
Lead changes	5	5
Time in front	24	69

How the scoring went

1st Half20-29Akira Jacobs makes 2-foot dunk (Christian Henry assists)
1st Half22-29Roberts Blums makes 15-foot jumper
2nd Half22-31Christian Henry makes 7-foot jumper
2nd Half22-34Akira Jacobs makes 24-foot three point jumper (Rikus Schulte assists)
2nd Half25-34Ian Platteeuw makes 25-foot three point jumper (Devin Brown assists)
2nd Half25-36Rikus Schulte makes layup (Christian Henry assists)
2nd Half28-36Roberts Blums makes 27-foot three point jumper (Sam Brown assists)
2nd Half31-36Roberts Blums makes 25-foot three point jumper (Parker Friedrichsen assists)
2nd Half31-38Abass Bodija makes 8-foot jumper (Dejour Reaves assists)
2nd Half34-38Parker Friedrichsen makes 25-foot three point jumper (Hunter Adam assists)
2nd Half34-39Abass Bodija makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half34-40Abass Bodija makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half36-40Roberts Blums makes layup
2nd Half39-40Parker Friedrichsen makes 25-foot three point jumper
2nd Half39-43Marcus Greene makes 24-foot three point jumper (Christian Henry assists)
2nd Half39-45Christian Henry makes driving layup (Rikus Schulte assists)
2nd Half39-46Rikus Schulte makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half39-48Dejour Reaves makes driving layup
2nd Half41-48Nick Coval makes layup (Ian Platteeuw assists)
2nd Half42-48Ian Platteeuw makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half45-48Roberts Blums makes 25-foot three point jumper (Josh Scovens assists)
2nd Half45-49Dejour Reaves makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half45-50Dejour Reaves makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half48-50Roberts Blums makes 23-foot three point jumper (Josh Scovens assists)
2nd Half48-52Dejour Reaves makes 15-foot jumper
2nd Half50-52Nick Coval makes 8-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half50-54Dejour Reaves makes driving layup
2nd Half52-54Josh Scovens makes layup (Ian Platteeuw assists)
2nd Half52-56Christian Henry makes 8-foot jumper
2nd Half54-56Ian Platteeuw makes layup (Josh Scovens assists)
2nd Half54-58Dejour Reaves makes driving layup
2nd Half54-59Dejour Reaves makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half54-60Dejour Reaves makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half55-60Parker Friedrichsen makes free throw 1 of 3
2nd Half56-60Parker Friedrichsen makes free throw 2 of 3
2nd Half57-60Parker Friedrichsen makes free throw 3 of 3
2nd Half57-61Dejour Reaves makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half57-62Dejour Reaves makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half59-62Ian Platteeuw makes layup
2nd Half59-63Dejour Reaves makes free throw 1 of 2