NCAAB · Final

Lafayette Tops Colgate in Thrilling Finish

Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Cotterell Court

Lafayette Leopards 70, Colgate Raiders 69, 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 Colgate Raiders?

Lafayette Leopards beat Colgate Raiders 70-69 at Cotterell Court on February 25, 2026.

Who was favored in Lafayette Leopards vs Colgate Raiders?

Colgate Raiders were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -455 (about 82% implied). The underdog won.

In a closely contested matchup, the Lafayette Leopards edged out the Colgate Raiders with a final score of 70-69 at Cotterell Court. This game was particularly noteworthy as it marked a significant victory for Lafayette, who had struggled throughout the season with a record of 10-20, compared to Colgate's 17-13. The win also highlighted Lafayette's resilience, coming off a recent loss to American University, where they fell 61-75 just days prior.

Colgate entered the game with a mixed form, recording a 6-4 record in their last ten games and riding a one-game winning streak after a high-scoring victory against Loyola Maryland, where they won 101-98. They had shown offensive prowess, averaging 76.1 points scored while allowing 75.1 points in that span. However, their recent form included two losses against Boston University and Navy, which raised concerns about their consistency.

Lafayette, on the other hand, had a record of 4-6 in their last ten games and were on a one-game losing streak. They averaged 66.3 points scored and allowed 71.4 points during this stretch. Their recent victory against Holy Cross, where they won 86-83, had provided a glimmer of hope, but they faced challenges on the road, having a home record of 1-4 and an away record of 3-2 in their last five games.

The two teams had met three times in the previous seasons, with Colgate holding a 2-1 advantage in the head-to-head record. Their last encounter earlier in the season saw Lafayette triumph 85-77, while Colgate had previously beaten Lafayette 90-67 in January 2025. This history added an extra layer of excitement to the matchup, as both teams aimed to assert dominance in their rivalry.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details about player absences, but both teams had been navigating through a challenging season, which often impacts performance. The conditions at Cotterell Court were typical for a late February game, with the atmosphere charged as fans anticipated a competitive showdown.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Colgate favored by 8.5 points, with a total set at 148.5. The odds indicated a strong belief in Colgate's ability to secure a victory at home, but the outcome proved otherwise, showcasing the unpredictability of college basketball.

As the game unfolded, it was evident that both teams were eager to capitalize on their scoring opportunities. In the second half, Caleb Williams made crucial free throws that helped Lafayette maintain their lead, while Andrew Alekseyenko contributed with a significant three-point jumper. The final moments of the game were tense, with Lafayette managing to hold onto their slim lead despite Colgate's efforts to reclaim the advantage.

Ultimately, Lafayette's ability to execute in critical moments allowed them to secure the victory, much to the delight of their fans. The win not only boosted their confidence but also provided a much-needed morale boost as they look to finish the season strong. Meanwhile, Colgate will need to regroup and address their defensive lapses if they hope to improve their standing as the season progresses.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	COLG -8.5	148.5 o -108 / u -112	Lafayette Leopards +350 · Colgate Raiders -455

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Leaders

PointsAndrew Alekseyenko15Colgate Raiders
AssistsBen Tweedy8Colgate Raiders
ReboundsBen Tweedy10Colgate Raiders
PointsMark Butler15Lafayette Leopards
AssistsMark Butler2Lafayette Leopards
ReboundsChristian Humphrey-Rembert14Lafayette Leopards

Recent form

Colgate Raiders

Last 10: 6-4Streak W176.1 scored · 75.1 allowed per game4-1 at home

W101-98vs Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsFeb 21
L58-85at Boston University TerriersFeb 16
L80-84vs Navy MidshipmenFeb 14
W74-70at Holy Cross CrusadersFeb 11
W78-59at Bucknell BisonFeb 7
W69-55vs Army Black KnightsFeb 5
L76-77at Lehigh Mountain HawksJan 31
W79-74vs Holy Cross CrusadersJan 29
W80-79vs Boston University TerriersJan 24
L66-70at American University EaglesJan 22

Lafayette Leopards

Last 10: 4-6Streak L166.3 scored · 71.4 allowed per game3-2 away

L61-75vs American University EaglesFeb 22
W86-83at Holy Cross CrusadersFeb 18
L69-78vs Lehigh Mountain HawksFeb 14
L54-68vs Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsFeb 12
W63-60at Army Black KnightsFeb 7
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

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	Colgate Raiders
Field goals	27-63	26-56
Field goal %	43	46
Three-pointers	7-26	6-16
Three-point %	27	38
Free throws	9-15	11-14
Free throw %	60	79
Rebounds	37	34
Offensive rebounds	12	6
Defensive rebounds	25	28
Assists	12	18
Steals	1	2
Blocks	3	1
Turnovers	5	5
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	7	7
Fast-break points	0	2
Points in the paint	38	32
Fouls	11	16
Largest lead	11	8
Lead changes	4	4
Time in front	80	17

How the scoring went

2nd Half34-31Josh Ahayere makes layup (Jalen Cox assists)
2nd Half34-34Josh Ahayere makes 24-foot three point jumper (Andrew Alekseyenko assists)
2nd Half34-37Josh Ahayere makes 23-foot three point jumper (Andrew Alekseyenko assists)
2nd Half36-37Ryan Pettit makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half36-39Jalen Cox makes driving layup (Andrew Alekseyenko assists)
2nd Half36-41Andrew Alekseyenko makes driving layup (Ben Tweedy assists)
2nd Half36-43Jalen Cox makes 18-foot jumper
2nd Half36-44Ayomi Odetoyinbo makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half38-44Mark Butler makes driving layup
2nd Half39-44Mark Butler makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half39-46Andrew Alekseyenko makes layup (Jalen Cox assists)
2nd Half42-46Christian Humphrey-Rembert makes 24-foot three point jumper (Misha Bednostin assists)
2nd Half42-48Andrew Alekseyenko makes layup
2nd Half44-48Mark Butler makes driving layup
2nd Half47-48Christian Humphrey-Rembert makes 23-foot three point jumper (KaiMani Murdock assists)
2nd Half49-48Mark Butler makes layup
2nd Half50-48Mark Butler makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half52-48Mark Butler makes layup
2nd Half52-51Ben Tweedy makes 24-foot three point jumper (Sam Wright assists)
2nd Half55-51KaiMani Murdock makes 24-foot three point jumper (Andrew Phillips assists)
2nd Half57-51Andrew Phillips makes driving layup (Shareef Jackson assists)
2nd Half57-53Jalen Cox makes 18-foot jumper (Ben Tweedy assists)
2nd Half59-53Christian Humphrey-Rembert makes 3-foot dunk (Andrew Phillips assists)
2nd Half59-56Sam Wright makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ben Tweedy assists)
2nd Half61-56Mark Butler makes driving layup
2nd Half62-56Mark Butler makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half62-58Ben Tweedy makes 13-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half64-58Caleb Williams makes driving layup
2nd Half64-59Ben Tweedy makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half64-60Ben Tweedy makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half66-60Caleb Williams makes driving layup
2nd Half66-62Sam Wright makes driving layup
2nd Half67-62Caleb Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half67-65Andrew Alekseyenko makes 24-foot three point jumper (Josh Ahayere assists)
2nd Half68-65Caleb Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half69-65Caleb Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half69-66Andrew Alekseyenko makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half69-67Andrew Alekseyenko makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half70-67Christian Humphrey-Rembert makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half70-69Jalen Cox makes driving layup