Army Black Knights Edge Lehigh Mountain Hawks in Close Contest
Wednesday, January 28, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · Christl Arena
Army Black Knights 67, Lehigh Mountain Hawks 64, 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 Army Black Knights?
Army Black Knights beat Lehigh Mountain Hawks 67-64 at Christl Arena on January 28, 2026.
Who was favored in Lehigh Mountain Hawks vs Army Black Knights?
Lehigh Mountain Hawks were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -125 (about 56% implied). The underdog won.
In a tightly contested matchup at Christl Arena, the Army Black Knights defeated the Lehigh Mountain Hawks 67-64. This victory marks a significant moment for Army, as they improved their record to 10-13, while Lehigh fell to 9-14. Both teams entered the game with identical records of 9-13, making this clash particularly crucial for positioning within the league.
Army's recent form has been mixed, with a record of 4-6 over their last ten games. They are currently on a one-game losing streak, having lost their previous game against the Navy Midshipmen with a score of 56-84. In their last five games, Army has averaged 75.2 points scored per game while allowing 85.6 points, showcasing a struggle on the defensive end. At home, they have a record of 1-3 in their last four games, while their away record stands at 3-3.
On the other hand, Lehigh has shown better form recently, boasting a record of 6-4 in their last ten games and currently riding a two-game winning streak. They secured a victory against the Lafayette Leopards in their most recent outing, winning 64-59. Lehigh's scoring average over their last five games is 80.4 points, while they have allowed 78.0 points. Their home record in this stretch is 4-2, and they are 2-2 on the road.
Historically, this matchup has been competitive, with Army holding a 2-1 advantage in their last three meetings. Earlier in the season, on December 31, 2025, Army defeated Lehigh 85-78 in a high-scoring affair. In the previous season, Army won 74-69, while Lehigh claimed a decisive 89-67 victory on March 1, 2025.
In terms of injuries, no specific players were mentioned in the block, indicating that both teams may have been at full strength for this crucial game.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had Lehigh as a slight favorite with a spread of 1.5 points. The total points line was set at 147.5, with odds of -115 for the over and -105 for the under. Army's moneyline was listed at +105, while Lehigh's was at -125, reflecting the competitive nature of the matchup.
The game conditions were likely favorable for both teams, as they faced off in their home venue, Christl Arena, which typically provides a supportive environment for the Black Knights.
As the game progressed, several key moments defined the outcome. Edouard Benoit made a critical three-point jumper, bringing Lehigh within four points at 62-66. However, Ryan Curry's free throws helped maintain Army's lead, ultimately sealing the game at 67-64. With this win, Army not only secured a vital victory but also demonstrated their resilience in a closely fought contest.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | LEH -1.5 | 147.5 o -115 / u -105 | Lehigh Mountain Hawks -125 · Army Black Knights +105 |
Leaders
- PointsTate Laczkowski17Army Black Knights
- AssistsRyan Curry6Army Black Knights
- ReboundsTate Laczkowski9Army Black Knights
- PointsNasir Whitlock15Lehigh Mountain Hawks
- AssistsJoshua Ingram5Lehigh Mountain Hawks
- ReboundsJoshua Ingram9Lehigh Mountain Hawks
Recent form
Army Black Knights
Last 10: 4-6Streak L176.4 scored · 81.1 allowed per game1-3 at home
- 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
- W85-78at Lehigh Mountain HawksDec 31
- W95-85vs Binghamton BearcatsDec 23
- W63-60at UMBC RetrieversDec 12
Lehigh Mountain Hawks
Last 10: 6-4Streak W275.6 scored · 75.5 allowed per game2-2 away
- W64-59vs Lafayette LeopardsJan 25
- 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
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 | Army Black Knights |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 23-56 | 26-63 |
| Field goal % | 41 | 41 |
| Three-pointers | 7-19 | 10-26 |
| Three-point % | 37 | 38 |
| Free throws | 11-17 | 5-8 |
| Free throw % | 65 | 63 |
| Rebounds | 38 | 40 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 11 |
| Defensive rebounds | 29 | 29 |
| Assists | 10 | 20 |
| Steals | 9 | 8 |
| Blocks | 6 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 12 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 17 | 10 |
| Fast-break points | 14 | 9 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 28 |
| Fouls | 13 | 16 |
| Largest lead | 4 | 8 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 10 | 78 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half25-32Tate Laczkowski makes layup (Kevin McCarthy assists)
- 1st Half27-32Joshua Ingram makes driving layup
- 1st Half27-34Ryan Curry makes driving layup
- 1st Half29-34Joshua Ingram makes driving layup (Jalen Vazquez assists)
- 2nd Half31-34Hank Alvey makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half31-36Tate Laczkowski makes layup (Kevin McCarthy assists)
- 2nd Half34-36Jalen Vazquez makes 22-foot three point jumper (Joshua Ingram assists)
- 2nd Half34-38Jorn Everson makes layup (Ryan Curry assists)
- 2nd Half36-38Hank Alvey makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half36-41Ryan Curry makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jackson Furman assists)
- 2nd Half36-43Ryan Curry makes driving layup
- 2nd Half38-43Joshua Ingram makes driving layup
- 2nd Half40-43Jalen Vazquez makes 0-foot tip in dunk
- 2nd Half41-43Hank Alvey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-43Nasir Whitlock makes 13-foot jumper
- 2nd Half43-45Jaxson Bell makes 14-foot jumper
- 2nd Half45-45Hank Alvey makes 10-foot hook shot (Joshua Ingram assists)
- 2nd Half45-47Jackson Furman makes layup (Kevin McCarthy assists)
- 2nd Half45-49Kevin McCarthy makes 10-foot jumper (Tate Laczkowski assists)
- 2nd Half45-50Kevin McCarthy makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half45-52Jaxson Bell makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half48-52Peter Kramer makes 24-foot three point jumper (Nasir Whitlock assists)
- 2nd Half51-52Joshua Ingram makes 23-foot three point jumper (Nasir Whitlock assists)
- 2nd Half51-54Ryan Curry makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half51-56Tate Laczkowski makes 8-foot hook shot (Ryan Curry assists)
- 2nd Half53-56Nasir Whitlock makes driving layup
- 2nd Half53-58Tate Laczkowski makes layup (Ryan Curry assists)
- 2nd Half53-61Jaxson Bell makes 24-foot three point jumper (Ryan Curry assists)
- 2nd Half54-61Nasir Whitlock makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-61Nasir Whitlock makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-61Nasir Whitlock makes 15-foot step back jumpshot
- 2nd Half57-63Jaxson Bell makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half58-63Edouard Benoit makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-63Edouard Benoit makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half59-64Ryan Curry makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-65Ryan Curry makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half59-66Ryan Curry makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half62-66Edouard Benoit makes 23-foot three point jumper (Joshua Ingram assists)
- 2nd Half64-66Nasir Whitlock makes 8-foot jumper
- 2nd Half64-67Ryan Curry makes free throw 1 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Army Black Knights, below favours Lehigh Mountain Hawks.
Venue
- Christl ArenaWest Point, NY
- Attendance618
- OfficialsMike Evans, Mike Paulu, Edward Corbett
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