Lehigh Holds Off Lafayette in Close Contest
Saturday, January 24, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Stabler Arena
Lehigh Mountain Hawks 64, Lafayette Leopards 59, 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 Lehigh Mountain Hawks?
Lehigh Mountain Hawks beat Lafayette Leopards 64-59 at Stabler Arena on January 24, 2026.
Who was favored in Lafayette Leopards vs Lehigh Mountain Hawks?
Lehigh Mountain Hawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -135 (about 57% implied). The favorite won.
In a tightly contested matchup, the Lehigh Mountain Hawks edged out the Lafayette Leopards with a final score of 64-59 at Stabler Arena. This victory marks a significant moment for Lehigh, who improved their record to 10-12, while Lafayette fell to 5-17 on the season. The game showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, with Lehigh managing to secure the win despite a late push from Lafayette.
Lehigh entered the game with a home record of 9-12, having recently shown a balanced form with a record of 5-5 in their last ten games. They were riding a one-game winning streak, having defeated the Loyola Maryland Greyhounds 88-81 in their previous game. The Mountain Hawks have scored an average of 77.4 points per game while allowing 78.3 points during this stretch. Their last five games have been particularly strong, with an average of 80.8 points scored and 77.8 points allowed.
On the other hand, Lafayette has struggled this season, holding a record of 5-16 before this matchup. The Leopards have won only 2 of their last 10 games, with their most recent outing resulting in a loss to the Boston University Terriers, 73-77. Lafayette's scoring average in their last ten games stands at 70.9 points, while they have allowed 76.6 points per game. Their last five games have been particularly challenging, with an average of just 66.6 points scored and 73.4 points allowed.
The matchup was notable for its previous meetings, with Lehigh and Lafayette having split their last two encounters. In their last meeting on January 26, 2025, Lehigh dominated with an 86-47 victory at home, while Lafayette won the earlier encounter of the same season on February 22, 2025, with a score of 78-70.
In terms of player availability, the block did not specify any injuries affecting either team, which suggests both squads were able to field their best lineups for this important conference clash.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Lehigh favored by a spread of -2.5 points, with a total set at 143.5. The odds reflected a belief in a competitive game, and the final score confirmed that expectation. The home money line was listed at -135.0, while Lafayette's was at 114.0.
Conditions in Stabler Arena were typical for a winter evening, with no specific weather-related issues reported that could have impacted gameplay. This allowed both teams to focus solely on their performance without external distractions.
As the game unfolded, viewers witnessed a series of scoring plays that kept the tension high. Key moments included free throws from Hank Alvey and Nasir Whitlock, which helped Lehigh maintain their lead in the closing minutes. Alvey's contributions, including a crucial dunk, were pivotal in securing the win.
Overall, the game was a testament to Lehigh's resilience at home and Lafayette's ongoing struggles on the road. With this victory, Lehigh continues to build momentum as they aim for a stronger finish to the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LEH -2.5 | 143.5 o -115 / u -105 | Lafayette Leopards +114 · Lehigh Mountain Hawks -135 |
Leaders
- PointsNasir Whitlock20Lehigh Mountain Hawks
- AssistsJoshua Ingram5Lehigh Mountain Hawks
- ReboundsJoshua Ingram9Lehigh Mountain Hawks
- PointsCaleb Williams18Lafayette Leopards
- AssistsMark Butler3Lafayette Leopards
- ReboundsChristian Humphrey-Rembert8Lafayette Leopards
Recent form
Lehigh Mountain Hawks
Last 10: 5-5Streak W177.4 scored · 78.3 allowed per game3-3 at home
- W88-81vs Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsJan 20
- L79-82vs Navy MidshipmenJan 17
- W93-91at Boston University TerriersJan 14
- W78-77at Colgate RaidersJan 10
- W66-58vs Holy Cross CrusadersJan 7
- L65-72at Bucknell BisonJan 3
- L78-85vs Army Black KnightsDec 31
- L62-76at Monmouth HawksDec 21
- W83-74vs Penn State Hazleton Nittany LionsDec 19
- L82-87vs Long Island University SharksDec 6
Lafayette Leopards
Last 10: 2-8Streak L170.9 scored · 76.6 allowed per game1-6 away
- 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
- L67-81at Charlotte 49ersDec 19
- L72-74at Pennsylvania QuakersDec 8
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 | Lehigh Mountain Hawks |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 21-58 | 22-52 |
| Field goal % | 36 | 42 |
| Three-pointers | 5-21 | 8-17 |
| Three-point % | 24 | 47 |
| Free throws | 12-19 | 12-13 |
| Free throw % | 63 | 92 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 35 |
| Offensive rebounds | 11 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 20 | 27 |
| Assists | 7 | 15 |
| Steals | 10 | 4 |
| Blocks | 2 | 1 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 16 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 2 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 14 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 13 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 32 | 28 |
| Fouls | 17 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 7 | 18 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 14 | 81 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half19-36Peter Kramer makes 23-foot three point jumper (Nasir Whitlock assists)
- 1st Half21-36Misha Bednostin makes layup
- 1st Half22-36Mark Butler makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half22-38Hank Alvey makes layup (Nasir Whitlock assists)
- 2nd Half23-38Shareef Jackson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half24-38Shareef Jackson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half26-38Andrew Phillips makes layup (Shareef Jackson assists)
- 2nd Half26-40Nasir Whitlock makes driving layup
- 2nd Half26-43Nasir Whitlock makes 27-foot three point jumper (Jalen Vazquez assists)
- 2nd Half28-43Caleb Williams makes layup
- 2nd Half28-46Nasir Whitlock makes 27-foot three point jumper (Joshua Ingram assists)
- 2nd Half31-46Christian Humphrey-Rembert makes 24-foot three point jumper (Mark Butler assists)
- 2nd Half31-48Edouard Benoit makes driving layup (Andrew Urosevic assists)
- 2nd Half33-48Mark Butler makes driving layup
- 2nd Half34-48Caleb Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half35-48Caleb Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half37-48Mark Butler makes driving layup
- 2nd Half37-50Joshua Ingram makes driving layup
- 2nd Half38-50Caleb Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half38-52Hank Alvey makes 3-foot dunk (Joshua Ingram assists)
- 2nd Half39-52Shareef Jackson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-52Caleb Williams makes layup (Mark Butler assists)
- 2nd Half42-52Shareef Jackson makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-52Shareef Jackson makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half45-52Shareef Jackson makes layup
- 2nd Half45-54Alfredo Addesa makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half47-54Mark Butler makes 11-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half49-54Misha Bednostin makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half52-54Caleb Williams makes 23-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half52-56Hank Alvey makes layup (Joshua Ingram assists)
- 2nd Half52-58Nasir Whitlock makes driving layup
- 2nd Half55-58Caleb Williams makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half56-58Caleb Williams makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half56-59Hank Alvey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-60Hank Alvey makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-60Andrew Phillips makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-62Hank Alvey makes 5-foot dunk (Nasir Whitlock assists)
- 2nd Half59-62Shareef Jackson makes layup (Caleb Williams assists)
- 2nd Half59-63Nasir Whitlock makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-64Nasir Whitlock makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Lehigh Mountain Hawks, below favours Lafayette Leopards.
Venue
- Stabler ArenaBethlehem, PA
- Attendance1932
- OfficialsScott Bennett, Eddie Fontno, Brad Zapenas
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