Lafayette Tops Army in Close NCAAB Contest
Saturday, February 7, 2026, 12:00 PM ET · Christl Arena
Lafayette Leopards 63, Army Black Knights 60, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Lafayette Leopards vs Army Black Knights?
Lafayette Leopards beat Army Black Knights 63-60 at Christl Arena on February 7, 2026.
Who was favored in Lafayette Leopards vs Army Black Knights?
Lafayette Leopards were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -125 (about 56% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Lafayette Leopards edged out the Army Black Knights with a final score of 63-60 at Christl Arena on February 7, 2026. This victory marks a significant moment for Lafayette, improving their record to 9-17, while Army falls to 10-16. The game was characterized by a series of pivotal scoring plays in the second half, highlighting the competitive nature of both teams.
Army entered the game with a home record of 10-15, having struggled recently with a record of 3-7 in their last ten games. Their average points scored during this stretch was 71.2, but they also allowed an average of 78.9 points per game, indicating defensive vulnerabilities. The Black Knights had lost their previous game against the Colgate Raiders, 55-69, and were on a one-game losing streak. Their last five games showed a record of 3-2, with an average of 66.8 points scored and 73.8 points allowed.
On the other side, Lafayette had an away record of 8-17 and was also experiencing a challenging season. Their recent form was slightly better, with a record of 4-6 in the last ten games and an average of 66.9 points scored, while allowing 70.4 points per game. The Leopards were coming off a loss to the Navy Midshipmen, where they fell 50-65, and had a one-game losing streak as well. In their last five games, they recorded a 2-3 record, scoring an average of 66.0 points and allowing 70.0 points.
Historically, the matchup between these two teams has been closely contested, with the series record standing at 1-1. The most recent meeting prior to this game was on February 26, 2025, when Lafayette defeated Army 81-65. Earlier in the same season, Army had secured a narrow victory against Lafayette, winning 70-68 at home.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but both teams have faced challenges throughout the season. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Lafayette favored by 1.5 points, with a total set at 142.5. The odds for Lafayette to win straight up were -125, while Army was listed at +105.
The game conditions at Christl Arena were typical for a collegiate basketball matchup, with fans present to support their teams. As the game progressed, viewers witnessed key moments that defined the outcome. Notably, Mark Butler contributed significantly for Lafayette, making crucial free throws that extended their lead in the second half. Additionally, Jorn Everson's back-to-back three-point jumpers brought Army within striking distance, showcasing the back-and-forth nature of the contest.
Ultimately, the Leopards managed to hold off Army's late-game efforts, with Christian Humphrey-Rembert sealing the victory with free throws in the closing moments. This win not only boosts Lafayette's morale but also adds to the intensity of the rivalry between these two programs, setting the stage for future encounters.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LAF -1.5 | 142.5 o -108 / u -112 | Lafayette Leopards -125 · Army Black Knights +105 |
Leaders
- PointsJorn Everson14Army Black Knights
- AssistsRyan Curry5Army Black Knights
- ReboundsJackson Furman8Army Black Knights
- PointsAndrew Phillips15Lafayette Leopards
- AssistsCaleb Williams5Lafayette Leopards
- ReboundsChristian Humphrey-Rembert11Lafayette Leopards
Recent form
Army Black Knights
Last 10: 3-7Streak L171.2 scored · 78.9 allowed per game2-3 at home
- L55-69at Colgate RaidersFeb 5
- W69-68vs Holy Cross CrusadersJan 31
- W67-64vs Lehigh Mountain HawksJan 28
- L56-84at Navy MidshipmenJan 24
- W87-84at Bucknell BisonJan 22
- L67-78vs American University EaglesJan 18
- L75-82at Holy Cross CrusadersJan 14
- L91-100at Boston University TerriersJan 10
- L76-84vs Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsJan 7
- L69-76vs Colgate RaidersJan 3
Lafayette Leopards
Last 10: 4-6Streak L166.9 scored · 70.4 allowed per game2-4 away
- L50-65vs Navy MidshipmenFeb 5
- W67-65at American University EaglesJan 31
- 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
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 | Army Black Knights |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-56 | 23-64 |
| Field goal % | 38 | 36 |
| Three-pointers | 5-20 | 7-31 |
| Three-point % | 25 | 23 |
| Free throws | 16-26 | 7-9 |
| Free throw % | 62 | 78 |
| Rebounds | 40 | 42 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 15 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 27 |
| Assists | 12 | 11 |
| Steals | 8 | 6 |
| Blocks | 3 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 9 | 18 |
| Fast-break points | 5 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 30 |
| Fouls | 14 | 23 |
| Largest lead | 13 | 6 |
| Lead changes | 4 | 4 |
| Time in front | 78 | 13 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half26-25Tate Laczkowski makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half26-28Kevin McCarthy makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jacen Holloway assists)
- 2nd Half28-28Shareef Jackson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half30-28Andrew Phillips makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half30-30Jorn Everson makes layup (Tate Laczkowski assists)
- 2nd Half30-32Kevin McCarthy makes driving layup
- 2nd Half30-34Ryan Curry makes driving layup
- 2nd Half30-36Tate Laczkowski makes driving layup
- 2nd Half32-36Shareef Jackson makes 3-foot hook shot (Andrew Phillips assists)
- 2nd Half34-36Andrew Phillips makes driving layup
- 2nd Half34-38Jorn Everson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half35-38Andrew Phillips makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half36-38Andrew Phillips makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-38Andrew Phillips makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half37-39Jacen Holloway makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half37-40Jacen Holloway makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half40-40Christian Humphrey-Rembert makes 24-foot three point jumper (Caleb Williams assists)
- 2nd Half42-40Andrew Phillips makes driving layup (Caleb Williams assists)
- 2nd Half44-40Shareef Jackson makes layup (Caleb Williams assists)
- 2nd Half44-43Jackson Furman makes 23-foot three point jumper (Ryan Curry assists)
- 2nd Half46-43Ryan Pettit makes driving layup
- 2nd Half48-43Caleb Williams makes driving layup
- 2nd Half50-43Misha Bednostin makes layup (Caleb Williams assists)
- 2nd Half51-43Caleb Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-43Caleb Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-43Christian Humphrey-Rembert makes 22-foot three point jumper (Caleb Williams assists)
- 2nd Half56-43Christian Humphrey-Rembert makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half56-45Jackson Furman makes 11-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half56-48Jackson Furman makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jaxson Bell assists)
- 2nd Half58-48Andrew Phillips makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half58-49Alex Engro makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half58-52Ryan Curry makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half59-52Mark Butler makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half60-52Mark Butler makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-52Mark Butler makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-55Jorn Everson makes 25-foot three point jumper (Ryan Curry assists)
- 2nd Half61-58Jorn Everson makes 23-foot three point jumper (Ryan Curry assists)
- 2nd Half62-58Andrew Phillips makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-60Alex Engro makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half63-60Christian Humphrey-Rembert makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Army Black Knights, below favours Lafayette Leopards.
Venue
- Christl ArenaWest Point, NY
- Attendance758
- OfficialsEddie Fontno, Devorn Kinsey, Gary Corbett
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