NCAAB · Final

Lipscomb Edges Bellarmine in Close Contest

Wednesday, February 18, 2026, 7:30 PM ET · Knights Hall

Lipscomb Bisons 75, Bellarmine Knights 72, 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 Lipscomb Bisons vs Bellarmine Knights?

Lipscomb Bisons beat Bellarmine Knights 75-72 at Knights Hall on February 18, 2026.

Who was favored in Lipscomb Bisons vs Bellarmine Knights?

Lipscomb Bisons were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -170 (about 63% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Lipscomb Bisons defeated the Bellarmine Knights 75-72 at Knights Hall on February 19, 2026. This victory marks Lipscomb's fourth consecutive win against Bellarmine, extending their head-to-head record to 3-0 in the current season and 0-3 for the Knights in their recent encounters. The game showcased the competitive spirit of both teams, with the lead changing multiple times throughout the contest.

Lipscomb entered the game with a record of 17-11, having gone 6-4 in their last ten games, although they were on a one-game losing streak. The Bisons averaged 80.3 points scored and allowed 77.9 points during that stretch. They had a solid away record of 1-3 in their last five games, with their most recent performance being a loss to the Queens University Royals, where they scored 81 points but allowed 87.

On the other hand, the Bellarmine Knights had a record of 11-16 and had also been inconsistent, with a 5-5 record in their last ten games. They were coming off two consecutive losses, including a 90-70 defeat to the Austin Peay Governors. Bellarmine's average points scored in their last ten games was 80.5, while they allowed an average of 81.6 points. Their home record was notably better, standing at 4-0 in their last five games prior to this matchup.

The matchup was particularly significant as it took place at Knights Hall, where Bellarmine had performed well historically. However, the Knights struggled against Lipscomb in previous meetings, including a loss earlier in the season where they fell 81-71. The injury report did not indicate any significant absences for either team, allowing both to field their strongest lineups.

The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, favored Lipscomb with a spread of 3.5 points, indicating expectations of a competitive game. The total points line was set at 154.5, reflecting the high-scoring capabilities of both teams. The odds for Lipscomb to win outright were -170, while Bellarmine's moneyline was set at 142.

Conditions in Knights Hall were standard for a basketball game, with no reported issues affecting play. Fans were treated to a display of skill, with notable scoring plays in the second half that kept the game thrilling. Brian Waddell's tip-in layup gave Lipscomb a narrow lead, while Tyler Doyle's free throw tied the game shortly after. The tension escalated as Charlie Williams and Jack Karasinski exchanged scores, keeping the game within reach for both teams.

Ultimately, it was Titas Sargiunas who sealed the victory for Lipscomb with a crucial three-point jumper, followed by a successful free throw, bringing the final score to 75-72. This game not only underscored Lipscomb's dominance in their recent meetings with Bellarmine but also highlighted the Knights' ongoing struggles to secure wins against their rivals.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	LIP -3.5	154.5 o -112 / u -108	Lipscomb Bisons -170 · Bellarmine Knights +142

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Leaders

PointsJack Karasinski23Bellarmine Knights
AssistsTyler Doyle5Bellarmine Knights
ReboundsJack Karasinski7Bellarmine Knights
PointsRoss Candelino17Lipscomb Bisons
AssistsCharlie Williams7Lipscomb Bisons
ReboundsRoss Candelino7Lipscomb Bisons

Recent form

Bellarmine Knights

Last 10: 5-5Streak L280.5 scored · 81.6 allowed per game4-0 at home

L70-90at Austin Peay GovernorsFeb 14
L76-84at Central Arkansas BearsFeb 12
W81-65vs Florida Gulf Coast EaglesFeb 7
W92-71vs Stetson HattersFeb 6
W78-75vs Queens University RoyalsJan 31
W77-74vs West Georgia WolvesJan 29
L114-117at North Florida OspreysJan 24
W77-70at Jacksonville DolphinsJan 23
L69-89at Eastern Kentucky ColonelsJan 18
L71-81at Lipscomb BisonsJan 16

Lipscomb Bisons

Last 10: 6-4Streak L180.3 scored · 77.9 allowed per game1-3 away

L81-87at Queens University RoyalsFeb 14
W75-61vs Eastern Kentucky ColonelsFeb 12
L78-86vs Central Arkansas BearsFeb 7
L76-87at Austin Peay GovernorsFeb 5
W100-94at North Florida OspreysJan 31
L65-70at Jacksonville DolphinsJan 30
W86-71vs Florida Gulf Coast EaglesJan 23
W79-74vs Stetson HattersJan 22
W82-78vs Austin Peay GovernorsJan 18
W81-71vs Bellarmine KnightsJan 16

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Austin Peay	22-9	+1	15-3
Central Arkansas	22-12	+1	15-3
Queens University	21-14	2	13-5
Lipscomb	19-13	3	12-6
Florida Gulf Coast	16-18	7	8-10
West Georgia	15-17	6	8-10
Bellarmine	13-19	8	7-11
Jacksonville	12-20	8	7-11
Stetson	12-21	8	7-11
Eastern Kentucky	11-21	7	7-11
North Florida	7-25	10	5-13
North Alabama	9-21	10	4-14

Box score

Stat	Lipscomb Bisons	Bellarmine Knights
Field goals	25-53	29-61
Field goal %	47	48
Three-pointers	16-36	7-23
Three-point %	44	30
Free throws	9-10	7-11
Free throw %	90	64
Rebounds	30	33
Offensive rebounds	5	9
Defensive rebounds	25	24
Assists	21	14
Steals	4	8
Blocks	2	1
Turnovers	11	7
Team turnovers	1	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	5	18
Fast-break points	9	10
Points in the paint	18	42
Fouls	15	13
Largest lead	11	13
Lead changes	10	10
Time in front	57	37

How the scoring went

1st Half36-28Jack Karasinski makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half39-28Ross Candelino makes 27-foot three point jumper (Charlie Williams assists)
2nd Half39-30Sam Donald makes driving layup
2nd Half39-33Kenyon Goodin makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jack Karasinski assists)
2nd Half39-36Jack Karasinski makes 24-foot three point jumper (Tyler Doyle assists)
2nd Half42-36Ethan Duncan makes 28-foot three point jumper (Mateo Esmeraldo assists)
2nd Half42-38Brian Waddell makes 4-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half42-40Brian Waddell makes layup
2nd Half42-43Brian Waddell makes 27-foot three point jumper (Tyler Doyle assists)
2nd Half42-45Michael Wilson Jr. makes 2-foot dunk
2nd Half42-47Brian Waddell makes layup
2nd Half44-47Grant Asman makes layup (Charlie Williams assists)
2nd Half44-49Tyler Doyle makes layup
2nd Half44-50Jack Karasinski makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half44-53Michael Wilson Jr. makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jacob Wassler assists)
2nd Half46-53Ethan Duncan makes layup (Titas Sargiunas assists)
2nd Half46-56Jack Karasinski makes 27-foot three point jumper (Tyler Doyle assists)
2nd Half46-59Tyler Doyle makes 27-foot three point jumper (Brian Waddell assists)
2nd Half47-59Charlie Williams makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half49-59Titas Sargiunas makes layup (Charlie Williams assists)
2nd Half49-61Brian Waddell makes layup
2nd Half52-61Ross Candelino makes 25-foot three point jumper (Charlie Williams assists)
2nd Half55-61Titas Sargiunas makes 25-foot three point jumper (Ross Candelino assists)
2nd Half55-63Tyler Doyle makes driving layup
2nd Half58-63Mateo Esmeraldo makes 25-foot three point jumper (Titas Sargiunas assists)
2nd Half61-63Ross Candelino makes 26-foot three point jumper (Mateo Esmeraldo assists)
2nd Half62-63Charlie Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half63-63Charlie Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half63-65Tyler Doyle makes layup
2nd Half66-65Or Ashkenazi makes 24-foot three point jumper (Mateo Esmeraldo assists)
2nd Half67-65Charlie Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half68-65Charlie Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half68-67Brian Waddell makes 0-foot tip in layup
2nd Half68-68Tyler Doyle makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half70-68Charlie Williams makes 10-foot hook shot
2nd Half70-70Jack Karasinski makes layup (Tyler Doyle assists)
2nd Half71-70Grant Asman makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half71-72Jack Karasinski makes layup (Brian Waddell assists)
2nd Half74-72Titas Sargiunas makes 30-foot three point jumper (Mateo Esmeraldo assists)
2nd Half75-72Titas Sargiunas makes free throw 1 of 1