NCAAB · Final/OT

Boston University Edges Lafayette in Overtime Thriller

Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · Case Gym

Boston University Terriers 77, Lafayette Leopards 73, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

Next free pick (not the main pick)

The next free pick, for your email

Team, bet, price and the hash it was sealed under, on this page the moment you send. Lose or win, it stays public.

Unlock today's pick in Telegram →

or by email

Public record of the main pick, losses included: 115 won, 44 lost. See every pick

One free pick a day by email until you unsubscribe, in one click. 21+.

Get the daily free pick · See plans

Quick answers

Who won Lafayette Leopards vs Boston University Terriers?

Boston University Terriers beat Lafayette Leopards 77-73 at Case Gym on January 21, 2026.

Who was favored in Lafayette Leopards vs Boston University Terriers?

Boston University Terriers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -230 (about 70% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Boston University Terriers triumphed over the Lafayette Leopards 77-73 in overtime at Case Gym. This game was particularly noteworthy as it showcased the resilience of the Terriers, who managed to secure a victory despite having lost their last two games prior to this encounter.

Boston University entered the game with a home record of 8-12, while Lafayette struggled with a 5-15 away record. The Terriers had been averaging 76.3 points scored per game over their last ten outings but had also been allowing an average of 78.1 points, indicating a defensive vulnerability. Their recent form showed a record of 3-7, with the last five games yielding a 2-3 record, scoring an average of 78.6 points and allowing 77.8 points.

Lafayette, on the other hand, was coming off a win against Holy Cross but had a similar overall record of 3-7 in their last ten games. The Leopards had been averaging 71.5 points scored and 76.0 points allowed during this stretch. Their last five games resulted in a 2-3 record, with an average of 67.8 points scored and 70.8 points allowed. Both teams had been struggling defensively, which set the stage for a high-scoring affair.

The two teams had met earlier in the season on January 8, 2026, where Boston University had convincingly won 83-67. Historically, the Terriers held a 2-1 advantage in their last three meetings, with Lafayette's only victory coming in January 2025.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but both teams were looking to field their best lineups to secure a crucial win.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Boston University favored by 4.5 points with a moneyline of -230, while Lafayette was priced at +190. The total points line was set at 145.5, reflecting expectations of a competitive scoring environment.

The game conditions were conducive to an exciting contest, and the atmosphere at Case Gym was electric as both teams fought for every point. In overtime, Boston University managed to pull ahead with a series of crucial plays, including a 28-foot three-point jumper by Sam Hughes and free throws by Azmar Abdullah that sealed the game.

As the final buzzer sounded, the Terriers celebrated a hard-fought victory, improving their season record as they look to build momentum moving forward.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	BU -4.5	145.5 o -105 / u -115	Lafayette Leopards +190 · Boston University Terriers -230

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

Leaders

PointsSam Hughes23Boston University Terriers
AssistsChance Gladden7Boston University Terriers
ReboundsBen Defty9Boston University Terriers
PointsCaleb Williams24Lafayette Leopards
AssistsMark Butler6Lafayette Leopards
ReboundsAndrew Phillips6Lafayette Leopards

Recent form

Boston University Terriers

Last 10: 3-7Streak L276.3 scored · 78.1 allowed per game2-3 at home

L57-74at Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsJan 17
L91-93vs Lehigh Mountain HawksJan 14
W100-91vs Army Black KnightsJan 10
W83-67at Lafayette LeopardsJan 8
L62-64vs American University EaglesJan 3
L77-82at Navy MidshipmenDec 31
W88-76vs UMass Lowell River HawksDec 21
L64-77at Dartmouth Big GreenDec 13
L59-69vs Maine Black BearsDec 11
L82-88at New Hampshire WildcatsDec 7

Lafayette Leopards

Last 10: 3-7Streak W171.5 scored · 76 allowed per game1-5 away

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
L67-81at Charlotte 49ersDec 19
L72-74at Pennsylvania QuakersDec 8
W79-71vs Mercyhurst LakersDec 6

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	Boston University Terriers
Field goals	28-69	29-57
Field goal %	41	51
Three-pointers	10-29	9-25
Three-point %	34	36
Free throws	7-9	10-16
Free throw %	78	63
Rebounds	36	37
Offensive rebounds	10	6
Defensive rebounds	26	31
Assists	15	16
Steals	12	3
Blocks	4	7
Turnovers	8	14
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	15	10
Fast-break points	8	12
Points in the paint	32	34
Fouls	15	12
Largest lead	11	7
Lead changes	2	2
Time in front	66	27

How the scoring went

2nd Half43-36Ben Defty makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half45-36Mark Butler makes 11-foot jumper
2nd Half45-37Ben Defty makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half45-38Ben Defty makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half45-40Ben Defty makes layup (Donte Tisinger Jr. assists)
2nd Half48-40Andrew Phillips makes 28-foot three point jumper (Ryan Pettit assists)
2nd Half48-42Donte Tisinger Jr. makes driving layup
2nd Half49-42Shareef Jackson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half49-44Ben Defty makes 3-foot dunk
2nd Half49-46Sam Hughes makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half51-46Andrew Phillips makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half53-46Andrew Phillips makes driving layup (Caleb Williams assists)
2nd Half53-48Sam Hughes makes layup (Donte Tisinger Jr. assists)
2nd Half53-51Donte Tisinger Jr. makes 30-foot three point jumper (Michael McNair assists)
2nd Half55-51Caleb Williams makes 16-foot jumper
2nd Half58-51Caleb Williams makes 25-foot three point jumper (Mark Butler assists)
2nd Half58-53Chance Gladden makes 4-foot dunk
2nd Half60-53Caleb Williams makes driving layup
2nd Half60-56Michael McNair makes 27-foot three point jumper
2nd Half61-56Shareef Jackson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half62-56Shareef Jackson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half62-59Azmar Abdullah makes 25-foot three point jumper (Chance Gladden assists)
2nd Half62-61Chance Gladden makes driving layup
2nd Half63-61Caleb Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half64-61Caleb Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half64-62Sam Hughes makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half64-64Sam Hughes makes 18-foot jumper
OT64-65Sam Hughes makes free throw 1 of 3
OT64-66Sam Hughes makes free throw 2 of 3
OT64-67Sam Hughes makes free throw 3 of 3
OT66-67Shareef Jackson makes driving layup
OT66-69Chance Gladden makes driving layup
OT66-71Chance Gladden makes 2-foot dunk
OT68-71Mark Butler makes layup
OT70-71Shareef Jackson makes layup (Mark Butler assists)
OT70-74Sam Hughes makes 28-foot three point jumper (Chance Gladden assists)
OT73-74Christian Humphrey-Rembert makes 29-foot three point jumper (Shareef Jackson assists)
OT73-75Azmar Abdullah makes free throw 1 of 2
OT73-76Azmar Abdullah makes free throw 1 of 2
OT73-77Azmar Abdullah makes free throw 2 of 2

Win probability

Above the line favours Boston University Terriers, below favours Lafayette Leopards.