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Holy Cross Crusaders Defeat Bucknell Bison 72-63

Holy Cross Crusaders
Holy Cross Crusaders10-19
72
Bucknell Bison
Bucknell Bison8-21
63

Sunday, February 22, 2026, 12:00 PM ET · Sojka Pavilion

Holy Cross Crusaders 72, Bucknell Bison 63, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Holy Cross Crusaders vs Bucknell Bison?

Holy Cross Crusaders beat Bucknell Bison 72-63 at Sojka Pavilion on February 22, 2026.

Who was favored in Holy Cross Crusaders vs Bucknell Bison?

Bucknell Bison were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -148 (about 60% implied). The underdog won.

In an exciting NCAAB matchup, the Holy Cross Crusaders triumphed over the Bucknell Bison with a final score of 72-63 at Sojka Pavilion. This victory marks an important win for Holy Cross, which has been struggling in recent weeks, while Bucknell continues to face challenges as the season progresses.

The game was particularly notable as it showcased two teams with contrasting records. Bucknell entered the contest with a home record of 8-21, while Holy Cross had an away record of 10-19. Both teams have had a rough stretch leading up to this game, with Bucknell's recent form showing a record of 2-8 in their last 10 games, including a four-game losing streak. They averaged 70.9 points scored per game but allowed 79.7 points, indicating defensive struggles. Their last five games saw them average just 61.0 points while allowing 74.0.

On the other hand, Holy Cross has also been in poor form, with a record of 1-9 in their last 10 games and a three-game losing streak. They averaged 69.8 points scored and allowed 76.5 points during this stretch. In their last five games, they managed to score an average of 73.2 points while allowing 76.4 points.

The matchup was closely contested, but Holy Cross managed to pull ahead in the second half. Key plays included Aiden Disu's dunk and contributions from Amon Dörries, who made crucial free throws to keep the momentum in favor of the Crusaders. Bucknell fought hard, with notable efforts from their players, but ultimately could not close the gap.

In terms of head-to-head matchups, Holy Cross now holds a 2-1 advantage over Bucknell in their last three meetings. The teams faced each other earlier in the season, with Bucknell losing to Holy Cross 58-65 on December 31, 2025, but they had previously won in their last two encounters, including a significant victory on March 1, 2025, with a score of 94-81.

The betting lines from DraftKings indicated that Bucknell was favored by 2.5 points, with a total set at 142.5. The odds reflected the competitive nature of the matchup, but ultimately, Holy Cross defied expectations by securing the win.

As for the conditions, the game took place at Sojka Pavilion, where Bucknell has struggled this season. The atmosphere was charged, with fans hoping for a turnaround for their team, but Holy Cross capitalized on their opportunities effectively.

In conclusion, this game highlighted the challenges both teams face as they navigate the latter part of the season. Holy Cross's victory may provide a much-needed boost as they look to build on this success, while Bucknell will need to regroup and address their defensive issues in the coming games.

Odds

BookSpreadTotalMoneyline
DraftKingsBUCK -2.5 142.5 o -105 / u -115 Holy Cross Crusaders +124 · Bucknell Bison -148

What these prices pay on $100 · What these numbers mean

Leaders

  • PointsAchile Spadone20Bucknell Bison
  • AssistsJayden Williams7Bucknell Bison
  • ReboundsAchile Spadone10Bucknell Bison
  • PointsGabe Warren21Holy Cross Crusaders
  • AssistsTyler Boston4Holy Cross Crusaders
  • ReboundsGabe Warren7Holy Cross Crusaders

Recent form

Bucknell Bison

Last 10: 2-8Streak L470.9 scored · 79.7 allowed per game1-4 at home

  • L57-75vs American University EaglesFeb 19
  • L69-82at Boston University TerriersFeb 14
  • L60-76vs Navy MidshipmenFeb 9
  • L59-78vs Colgate RaidersFeb 7
  • W60-59at American University EaglesFeb 5
  • W103-97vs Boston University TerriersJan 31
  • L79-81at Lafayette LeopardsJan 29
  • L62-67at Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsJan 24
  • L84-87vs Army Black KnightsJan 22
  • L76-95at Colgate RaidersJan 17

Holy Cross Crusaders

Last 10: 1-9Streak L369.8 scored · 76.5 allowed per game0-5 away

  • L83-86vs Lafayette LeopardsFeb 18
  • L73-83at Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsFeb 15
  • L70-74vs Colgate RaidersFeb 11
  • W76-67vs Lehigh Mountain HawksFeb 7
  • L64-72vs Boston University TerriersFeb 3
  • L68-69at Army Black KnightsJan 31
  • L74-79at Colgate RaidersJan 29
  • L67-76vs American University EaglesJan 24
  • L68-85at Navy MidshipmenJan 22
  • L55-74at Lafayette LeopardsJan 17

Standings

TeamOverallGames behindIn conference
Navy26-8-17-1
Colgate18-15611-7
Lehigh18-17611-7
Boston University17-17710-8
American University16-1689-9
Loyola Maryland12-2098-10
Lafayette11-2198-10
Bucknell10-23116-12
Army11-21125-13
Holy Cross11-22125-13

Box score

StatHoly Cross CrusadersBucknell Bison
Field goals24-5123-62
Field goal %4737
Three-pointers9-194-21
Three-point %4719
Free throws15-1813-15
Free throw %8387
Rebounds2935
Offensive rebounds513
Defensive rebounds2422
Assists129
Steals68
Blocks20
Turnovers1110
Team turnovers01
Technical fouls00
Technical fouls, total00
Flagrant fouls00
Points off turnovers1518
Fast-break points67
Points in the paint2436
Fouls1218
Largest lead106
Lead changes1313
Time in front5227

How the scoring went

  1. 1st Half31-29Achile Spadone makes layup
  2. 1st Half31-30Quin Berger makes free throw 1 of 2
  3. 2nd Half31-31Amon Dörries makes free throw 2 of 2
  4. 2nd Half31-33Amon Dörries makes 0-foot tip in layup
  5. 2nd Half33-33Gabe Warren makes 9-foot jumper
  6. 2nd Half33-35Achile Spadone makes driving layup
  7. 2nd Half35-35DeAndre Williams makes 18-foot pullup jump shot
  8. 2nd Half35-37Quin Berger makes layup (Jayden Williams assists)
  9. 2nd Half37-37Gabe Warren makes layup
  10. 2nd Half40-37Aidan Richard makes 23-foot three point jumper (Declan Ryan assists)
  11. 2nd Half40-40Pat Curtin makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jayden Williams assists)
  12. 2nd Half40-42Amon Dörries makes layup (Aleksander Pachucki assists)
  13. 2nd Half43-42Tyler Boston makes 23-foot three point jumper (Gabe Warren assists)
  14. 2nd Half46-42Aidan Richard makes 24-foot three point jumper (John St. Germain III assists)
  15. 2nd Half48-42Gabe Warren makes driving layup
  16. 2nd Half48-44Achile Spadone makes 9-foot jumper
  17. 2nd Half48-45Achile Spadone makes free throw 1 of 1
  18. 2nd Half48-47Pat Curtin makes driving layup
  19. 2nd Half48-49Aleksander Pachucki makes 8-foot jumper
  20. 2nd Half51-49John St. Germain III makes 23-foot three point jumper (Tyler Boston assists)
  21. 2nd Half54-49Tyler Boston makes 24-foot three point jumper (Gabe Warren assists)
  22. 2nd Half54-50Achile Spadone makes free throw 1 of 2
  23. 2nd Half54-51Achile Spadone makes free throw 2 of 2
  24. 2nd Half56-51John St. Germain III makes 0-foot tip in layup
  25. 2nd Half56-53Achile Spadone makes driving layup
  26. 2nd Half56-56Achile Spadone makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jayden Williams assists)
  27. 2nd Half59-56Tyler Boston makes 25-foot three point jumper
  28. 2nd Half60-56Aiden Disu makes free throw 1 of 2
  29. 2nd Half61-56Aiden Disu makes free throw 2 of 2
  30. 2nd Half63-56Tyler Boston makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
  31. 2nd Half66-56Aiden Disu makes 26-foot three point jumper (Tyler Boston assists)
  32. 2nd Half66-59Pat Curtin makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jayden Williams assists)
  33. 2nd Half68-59Aiden Disu makes 1-foot dunk (Tyler Boston assists)
  34. 2nd Half68-60Amon Dörries makes free throw 1 of 2
  35. 2nd Half68-61Amon Dörries makes free throw 2 of 2
  36. 2nd Half69-61John St. Germain III makes free throw 1 of 2
  37. 2nd Half69-63Amon Dörries makes 0-foot tip in layup
  38. 2nd Half70-63Tyler Boston makes free throw 1 of 2
  39. 2nd Half71-63Tyler Boston makes free throw 2 of 2
  40. 2nd Half72-63Aiden Disu makes free throw 2 of 2

Win probability

Above the line favours Bucknell Bison, below favours Holy Cross Crusaders.

Venue

  • Sojka PavilionLewisburg, PA
  • Attendance901
  • OfficialsSean Campbell, Joe Switzer, Jack Loughran

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