NCAAB · Final

Lafayette Tops American University in Close Contest

Saturday, January 31, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · Bender Arena

Lafayette Leopards 67, American University Eagles 65, 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 Lafayette Leopards vs American University Eagles?

Lafayette Leopards beat American University Eagles 67-65 at Bender Arena on January 31, 2026.

Who was favored in Lafayette Leopards vs American University Eagles?

American University Eagles were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -258 (about 72% implied). The underdog won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Lafayette Leopards edged out the American University Eagles with a final score of 67-65. This victory marks Lafayette's first win against American University in their last four meetings, having previously lost to them three times in the 2025 season. The game took place at Bender Arena, where American University holds a home record of 13-10 for the season.

The Eagles entered the game with a record of 6-4 over their last ten outings but were on a one-game losing streak following a loss to the Loyola Maryland Greyhounds. In those last ten games, American averaged 69.1 points scored while allowing 70.2 points. Their recent form showed promise, particularly at home, where they boasted a record of 3-1 in their last four games, scoring an average of 71.4 points and allowing 65.6 points.

On the other hand, Lafayette's recent performance has been less impressive, with a 3-7 record in their last ten games. However, they managed to break a losing streak with a win against the Bucknell Bison just prior to facing American University. Lafayette averaged 71.0 points scored and allowed 75.4 points in their last ten games. Their away record has been particularly challenging, standing at 1-5.

The game had significant implications for both teams, as they are competing for positioning in their league. The betting market, provided by DraftKings, had American University favored by 5.5 points, with a total set at 142.5. The odds reflected American's status as the home team and their overall better record compared to Lafayette.

In terms of conditions, the atmosphere at Bender Arena was electric, with both teams eager to secure a crucial win. The game featured several key moments, particularly in the second half, where Lafayette made several crucial scoring plays to take the lead. Notably, Caleb Williams contributed significantly with multiple driving layups that helped secure the win for the Leopards.

As the game progressed, American University fought hard to regain the lead, but Lafayette's resilience proved too strong. The final moments saw a flurry of scoring, with Lafayette maintaining their slim lead until the final buzzer. The Eagles' inability to convert critical possessions in the closing minutes ultimately cost them the game.

Overall, this matchup showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, with Lafayette's victory highlighting their determination to improve their season record. The outcome leaves American University with questions to answer as they look to rebound from this disappointing loss.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	AMER -5.5	142.5 o -115 / u -105	Lafayette Leopards +210 · American University Eagles -258

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Leaders

PointsJulen Iturbe12American University Eagles
AssistsMadden Collins4American University Eagles
ReboundsMadden Collins7American University Eagles
PointsAndrew Phillips23Lafayette Leopards
AssistsCaleb Williams4Lafayette Leopards
ReboundsChristian Humphrey-Rembert9Lafayette Leopards

Recent form

American University Eagles

Last 10: 6-4Streak L169.1 scored · 70.2 allowed per game3-1 at home

L68-77at Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsJan 29
W76-67at Holy Cross CrusadersJan 24
W70-66vs Colgate RaidersJan 22
W78-67at Army Black KnightsJan 18
W65-51vs Navy MidshipmenJan 13
L73-84vs Holy Cross CrusadersJan 10
L62-64at Colgate RaidersJan 8
W64-62at Boston University TerriersJan 3
W84-69vs Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsDec 31
L51-95at Virginia CavaliersDec 22

Lafayette Leopards

Last 10: 3-7Streak W171 scored · 75.4 allowed per game1-5 away

W81-79vs Bucknell BisonJan 29
L59-64at Lehigh Mountain HawksJan 25
L73-77at Boston University TerriersJan 21
W74-55vs Holy Cross CrusadersJan 17
L69-76at Bucknell BisonJan 15
L50-76at Navy MidshipmenJan 10
L67-83vs Boston University TerriersJan 8
W79-64at Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsJan 3
L77-85vs Colgate RaidersDec 31
L81-95at Georgia Tech Yellow JacketsDec 20

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	Lafayette Leopards	American University Eagles
Field goals	24-56	24-58
Field goal %	43	41
Three-pointers	8-27	6-27
Three-point %	30	22
Free throws	11-19	11-15
Free throw %	58	73
Rebounds	36	35
Offensive rebounds	12	13
Defensive rebounds	24	22
Assists	14	13
Steals	7	8
Blocks	4	4
Turnovers	11	11
Team turnovers	2	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	10	8
Fast-break points	4	19
Points in the paint	28	36
Fouls	17	21
Largest lead	7	7
Lead changes	2	2
Time in front	34	62

How the scoring went

1st Half27-32Andrew Phillips makes driving layup (Ryan Pettit assists)
2nd Half28-32Mark Butler makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half28-34Julen Iturbe makes 9-foot jumper (Greg Jones assists)
2nd Half30-34Andrew Phillips makes layup
2nd Half30-36Matt Mayock makes driving layup (Geoff Sprouse assists)
2nd Half32-36Andrew Phillips makes layup
2nd Half32-39Greg Jones makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kade Sebastian assists)
2nd Half35-39Andrew Phillips makes 24-foot three point jumper (Caleb Williams assists)
2nd Half38-39Andrew Phillips makes 24-foot three point jumper (Caleb Williams assists)
2nd Half38-41Julen Iturbe makes layup (Greg Jones assists)
2nd Half40-41Christian Humphrey-Rembert makes layup (Mark Butler assists)
2nd Half43-41Caleb Williams makes 27-foot three point jumper
2nd Half46-41Andrew Phillips makes 26-foot three point jumper (KaiMani Murdock assists)
2nd Half46-43Madden Collins makes driving layup
2nd Half46-45Wyatt Nausadis makes driving layup (Madden Collins assists)
2nd Half47-45Mark Butler makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half50-45Andrew Phillips makes 24-foot three point jumper (Mark Butler assists)
2nd Half50-47Greg Jones makes driving layup
2nd Half52-47Mark Butler makes 7-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half52-48Greg Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half52-49Greg Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half53-49Shareef Jackson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half53-51Madden Collins makes layup
2nd Half53-53Julen Iturbe makes layup (Madden Collins assists)
2nd Half54-53Caleb Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half55-53Caleb Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half56-53Mark Butler makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half58-53Caleb Williams makes 8-foot jumper
2nd Half58-54Madden Collins makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half58-55Matt Mayock makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half58-56Matt Mayock makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half60-56Christian Humphrey-Rembert makes 2-foot dunk (Ryan Pettit assists)
2nd Half61-56Mark Butler makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half63-56Andrew Phillips makes driving layup
2nd Half63-59Matt Mayock makes 24-foot three point jumper (Madden Collins assists)
2nd Half63-61Geoff Sprouse makes driving layup
2nd Half63-63Madden Collins makes layup (Matt Mayock assists)
2nd Half65-63Caleb Williams makes driving layup
2nd Half65-65Madden Collins makes layup
2nd Half67-65Caleb Williams makes driving layup

Win probability

Above the line favours American University Eagles, below favours Lafayette Leopards.