NCAAB · Final

Navy Dominates Lehigh in Convincing Win

Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Alumni Hall (Navy)

Navy Midshipmen 72, Lehigh Mountain Hawks 49, 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 Navy Midshipmen?

Navy Midshipmen beat Lehigh Mountain Hawks 72-49 at Alumni Hall (Navy) on February 18, 2026.

Who was favored in Lehigh Mountain Hawks vs Navy Midshipmen?

Navy Midshipmen were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -535 (about 84% implied). The favorite won.

The Navy Midshipmen delivered a commanding performance against the Lehigh Mountain Hawks, securing a decisive 72-49 victory at Alumni Hall. This win adds to Navy's impressive home record, which now stands at 22-6 for the season, while Lehigh's record drops to 12-16. The game showcased Navy's strong form, as they extended their winning streak to nine games, having previously defeated Colgate Raiders 84-80 in their last outing. Over their last ten games, Navy has maintained a record of 9-1, averaging 75.4 points scored and allowing 65.2 points per game.

Lehigh, on the other hand, has shown some resilience recently, winning their last two games, including a 78-69 victory over Lafayette Leopards. Their overall record in the last ten games stands at 6-4, with an average of 78.4 points scored but also allowing 77.2 points per game. Despite this recent uptick in performance, they struggled against Navy, unable to match the Midshipmen's defensive intensity and scoring efficiency.

In terms of home and away performances, Navy has been particularly dominant at home, boasting a perfect 4-0 record in their last four home games. Lehigh's away record, however, has been less favorable, with only two wins in their last five away games. This fixture was also notable as it continued a trend from previous meetings, with Navy winning all three of their matchups against Lehigh this season, including a narrow 82-79 win on January 17.

Injury reports indicated no significant absences that affected either team for this matchup, allowing both squads to field their strongest lineups. The betting market reflected Navy's strong position, with DraftKings setting the odds at NAVY -9.5, suggesting a clear expectation of a Navy victory. The total points over/under was set at 139.5, indicating a belief in a moderately high-scoring game.

The game conditions were favorable, contributing to a competitive atmosphere at Alumni Hall. Fans witnessed a solid performance from Navy, who controlled the pace and rhythm throughout the contest. Key moments included a series of scoring plays in the second half, where Navy consistently extended their lead, showcasing their offensive depth and defensive prowess.

Viewers were treated to standout performances, particularly from Navy's players, who executed their game plan effectively. The Midshipmen's ability to capitalize on turnovers and convert fast breaks into points was a critical factor in their victory. As the game progressed, Navy's defense stifled Lehigh's scoring opportunities, leading to a significant gap in the score that ultimately defined the match.

Overall, the game served as a testament to Navy's strength in the league, reinforcing their position as a formidable opponent as they head towards the postseason.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	NAVY -9.5	139.5 o -110 / u -110	Lehigh Mountain Hawks +400 · Navy Midshipmen -535

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Leaders

PointsAustin Benigni25Navy Midshipmen
AssistsAustin Benigni7Navy Midshipmen
ReboundsAidan Kehoe15Navy Midshipmen
PointsNasir Whitlock20Lehigh Mountain Hawks
AssistsHank Alvey5Lehigh Mountain Hawks
ReboundsEdouard Benoit9Lehigh Mountain Hawks

Recent form

Navy Midshipmen

Last 10: 9-1Streak W975.4 scored · 65.2 allowed per game4-0 at home

W84-80at Colgate RaidersFeb 14
W76-60at Bucknell BisonFeb 9
W82-73vs American University EaglesFeb 7
W65-50at Lafayette LeopardsFeb 5
W87-71vs Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsJan 31
W58-50at Boston University TerriersJan 29
W84-56vs Army Black KnightsJan 24
W85-68vs Holy Cross CrusadersJan 22
W82-79at Lehigh Mountain HawksJan 17
L51-65at American University EaglesJan 13

Lehigh Mountain Hawks

Last 10: 6-4Streak W278.4 scored · 77.2 allowed per game2-3 away

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
L79-82vs Navy MidshipmenJan 17
W93-91at Boston University TerriersJan 14

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	Navy Midshipmen
Field goals	19-57	27-61
Field goal %	33	44
Three-pointers	3-18	7-18
Three-point %	17	39
Free throws	8-10	11-13
Free throw %	80	85
Rebounds	33	41
Offensive rebounds	10	12
Defensive rebounds	23	29
Assists	11	18
Steals	6	10
Blocks	3	5
Turnovers	12	10
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	13	10
Fast-break points	0	12
Points in the paint	32	34
Fouls	12	9
Largest lead	1	25
Lead changes	4	4
Time in front	1	96

How the scoring went

1st Half20-32Donovan Draper makes 15-foot jumper (Cam Cole assists)
2nd Half20-34Mike Woods makes 15-foot jumper (Austin Benigni assists)
2nd Half22-34Peter Kramer makes layup (Hank Alvey assists)
2nd Half25-34Nasir Whitlock makes 25-foot three point jumper (Hank Alvey assists)
2nd Half25-35Jinwoo Kim makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half25-36Jinwoo Kim makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half27-36Hank Alvey makes layup (Joshua Ingram assists)
2nd Half27-38Jinwoo Kim makes layup (Donovan Draper assists)
2nd Half27-40Aidan Kehoe makes layup (Donovan Draper assists)
2nd Half29-40Hank Alvey makes layup (Joshua Ingram assists)
2nd Half31-40Edouard Benoit makes layup (Hank Alvey assists)
2nd Half31-43Austin Benigni makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jinwoo Kim assists)
2nd Half31-44Donovan Draper makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half31-45Donovan Draper makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half33-45Nasir Whitlock makes layup (Peter Kramer assists)
2nd Half33-47Jinwoo Kim makes driving layup
2nd Half33-49Donovan Draper makes layup
2nd Half34-49Nasir Whitlock makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half35-49Nasir Whitlock makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half35-50Austin Benigni makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half35-51Austin Benigni makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half35-52Austin Benigni makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half35-54Austin Benigni makes 19-foot jumper (Aidan Kehoe assists)
2nd Half37-54Caleb Thomas makes 8-foot jumper (Nasir Whitlock assists)
2nd Half37-57Austin Benigni makes 25-foot three point jumper
2nd Half40-57Andrew Urosevic makes 22-foot three point jumper (Hank Alvey assists)
2nd Half40-59Aidan Kehoe makes layup (Donovan Draper assists)
2nd Half40-60Aidan Kehoe makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half40-61Austin Benigni makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half40-62Austin Benigni makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half40-65Austin Benigni makes 25-foot three point jumper (Donovan Draper assists)
2nd Half41-65Edouard Benoit makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half42-65Edouard Benoit makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half44-65Nasir Whitlock makes 7-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half46-65Hank Alvey makes layup
2nd Half46-68Austin Benigni makes 24-foot three point jumper
2nd Half46-70Cam Cole makes layup
2nd Half48-70Jake Pike makes layup
2nd Half49-70Jake Pike makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half49-72David Burnett makes 5-foot dunk (Nyles Howard assists)