Lehigh Mountain Hawks Defeat American University Eagles 78-73
Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Bender Arena
Lehigh Mountain Hawks 78, American University Eagles 73, 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 Lehigh Mountain Hawks vs American University Eagles?
Lehigh Mountain Hawks beat American University Eagles 78-73 at Bender Arena on February 25, 2026.
Who was favored in Lehigh Mountain Hawks vs American University Eagles?
American University Eagles were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -265 (about 73% implied). The underdog won.
In a closely contested matchup, the Lehigh Mountain Hawks edged out the American University Eagles with a final score of 78-73 at Bender Arena. This victory marked an important moment for Lehigh, who had previously defeated American in their last encounter just two weeks prior, winning 90-82 on February 12, 2026. With this win, Lehigh improved their head-to-head record against American to 3-1 over the last four meetings, showcasing a competitive rivalry between the two teams.
Both teams entered the game with varying recent forms. The Eagles, boasting a home record of 16-14, had a mixed performance in their last ten games, finishing with a record of 5-5. They were on a three-game winning streak leading up to this match, averaging 71.8 points scored while allowing 69.0 points per game. Their last five games saw them score an average of 76.0 points, indicating a slight uptick in offensive production. However, their ability to maintain this momentum against a strong Lehigh team proved challenging.
On the other hand, the Mountain Hawks, with a record of 14-16, had a better recent run, going 6-4 in their last ten games. They entered the game on a one-game winning streak, having defeated the Boston University Terriers 70-67 in their last outing. Lehigh's recent scoring average was 73.1 points, with an average of 73.8 points allowed, suggesting a balanced attack but also a vulnerability on defense. Their away record of 1-4 contrasted sharply with their home success, where they had won five straight games earlier in the season.
The game was tightly contested throughout, with both teams exchanging leads. In the second half, key free throws from Jalen Vazquez extended Lehigh's lead, while Madden Collins' three-point shot further solidified their advantage. The Eagles fought hard to close the gap, with Wyatt Nausadis contributing with a three-pointer of his own, but it was not enough to overcome the deficit.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but any absence of key players could have influenced the performance of either team. The market had priced the game with American University as 7.5-point favorites according to DraftKings, with a moneyline of -265 for the Eagles and +215 for the Mountain Hawks. The total was set at 140.5, reflecting expectations for a moderately high-scoring affair.
The conditions at Bender Arena were typical for a late February game, with both teams looking to capitalize on their home and away dynamics. American had a slight edge in home court advantage, but Lehigh's recent form and prior success against them played a crucial role in their performance.
Overall, this game highlighted the competitive nature of college basketball, with both teams demonstrating resilience and skill. Fans witnessed a thrilling contest that not only impacted the standings but also added another chapter to the ongoing rivalry between the Eagles and the Mountain Hawks.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | AMER -7.5 | 140.5 o -105 / u -115 | Lehigh Mountain Hawks +215 · American University Eagles -265 |
Leaders
- PointsGreg Jones23American University Eagles
- AssistsMadden Collins3American University Eagles
- ReboundsGreg Jones8American University Eagles
- PointsHank Alvey24Lehigh Mountain Hawks
- AssistsJoshua Ingram6Lehigh Mountain Hawks
- ReboundsHank Alvey8Lehigh Mountain Hawks
Recent form
American University Eagles
Last 10: 5-5Streak W371.8 scored · 69 allowed per game2-2 at home
- W75-61at Lafayette LeopardsFeb 22
- W75-57at Bucknell BisonFeb 19
- W75-63vs Army Black KnightsFeb 14
- L82-90at Lehigh Mountain HawksFeb 12
- L73-82at Navy MidshipmenFeb 7
- L59-60vs Bucknell BisonFeb 5
- L65-67vs Lafayette LeopardsJan 31
- L68-77at Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsJan 29
- W76-67at Holy Cross CrusadersJan 24
- W70-66vs Colgate RaidersJan 22
Lehigh Mountain Hawks
Last 10: 6-4Streak W173.1 scored · 73.8 allowed per game1-4 away
- W70-67vs Boston University TerriersFeb 22
- L49-72at Navy MidshipmenFeb 19
- W78-69at Lafayette LeopardsFeb 14
- W90-82vs American University EaglesFeb 12
- L67-76at Holy Cross CrusadersFeb 7
- L84-89at Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsFeb 5
- W77-76vs Colgate RaidersJan 31
- L64-67at Army Black KnightsJan 28
- W64-59vs Lafayette LeopardsJan 25
- W88-81vs Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsJan 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 | Lehigh Mountain Hawks | American University Eagles |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 26-50 | 25-61 |
| Field goal % | 52 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 6-18 | 9-31 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 29 |
| Free throws | 20-28 | 14-22 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 64 |
| Rebounds | 32 | 33 |
| Offensive rebounds | 5 | 12 |
| Defensive rebounds | 27 | 21 |
| Assists | 17 | 10 |
| Steals | 4 | 6 |
| Blocks | 4 | 0 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 5 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 5 | 7 |
| Fast-break points | 5 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 34 | 26 |
| Fouls | 15 | 21 |
| Largest lead | 13 | 8 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 63 | 34 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half50-38Hank Alvey makes layup (Joshua Ingram assists)
- 2nd Half50-39Chris Eagan makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half52-39Peter Kramer makes 14-foot turnaround jump shot (Joshua Ingram assists)
- 2nd Half52-41Greg Jones makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half52-43Greg Jones makes layup
- 2nd Half54-43Jalen Vazquez makes driving layup
- 2nd Half54-44Greg Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-45Greg Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-45Nasir Whitlock makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-47Chris Eagan makes 5-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half57-47Jalen Vazquez makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-49Greg Jones makes driving layup
- 2nd Half59-49Hank Alvey makes 2-foot dunk (Peter Kramer assists)
- 2nd Half59-50Greg Jones makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-51Greg Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-51Hank Alvey makes layup
- 2nd Half61-54Greg Jones makes 24-foot three point jumper (Madden Collins assists)
- 2nd Half61-55Greg Jones makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-57Matt Mayock makes layup (Greg Jones assists)
- 2nd Half62-57Nasir Whitlock makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half63-57Nasir Whitlock makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half63-59Greg Jones makes layup
- 2nd Half63-61Julen Iturbe makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half65-61Jalen Vazquez makes layup (Nasir Whitlock assists)
- 2nd Half66-61Jalen Vazquez makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half67-61Joshua Ingram makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-61Peter Kramer makes 22-foot three point jumper (Jalen Vazquez assists)
- 2nd Half70-62Matt Mayock makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half70-65Julen Iturbe makes 28-foot three point jumper (Madden Collins assists)
- 2nd Half71-65Joshua Ingram makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half72-65Joshua Ingram makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-67Matt Mayock makes driving layup
- 2nd Half73-67Jalen Vazquez makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-67Jalen Vazquez makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-67Jalen Vazquez makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-70Madden Collins makes 27-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half76-70Nasir Whitlock makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-73Wyatt Nausadis makes 25-foot three point jumper (Kade Sebastian assists)
- 2nd Half77-73Nasir Whitlock makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half78-73Nasir Whitlock makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours American University Eagles, below favours Lehigh Mountain Hawks.
Venue
- Bender ArenaWashington, DC
- Attendance1141
- OfficialsMichael Luckie, Greg Moyer, Ed Corliss
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