Navy Midshipmen Defeat Bucknell Bison 76-60
Monday, February 9, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · Sojka Pavilion
Navy Midshipmen 76, Bucknell Bison 60, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Navy Midshipmen vs Bucknell Bison?
Navy Midshipmen beat Bucknell Bison 76-60 at Sojka Pavilion on February 9, 2026.
Who was favored in Navy Midshipmen vs Bucknell Bison?
Navy Midshipmen were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -355 (about 78% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup at Sojka Pavilion, the Navy Midshipmen secured a comfortable 76-60 victory over the Bucknell Bison. This game showcased the contrasting fortunes of the two teams, with Navy continuing its strong form while Bucknell struggled to find consistency. Navy's performance was bolstered by a remarkable winning streak, marking their seventh consecutive victory, while Bucknell has faced challenges, losing their last game and holding a record of 4-6 in their last ten outings.
The Midshipmen entered the game with an impressive away record of 3-1 and an overall record of 20-6, demonstrating their dominance throughout the season. In contrast, the Bison's home record stood at 8-18, reflecting their difficulties in securing wins at Sojka Pavilion. Navy averaged 74.6 points per game while allowing only 61.7, showcasing a strong defensive effort that has been a hallmark of their recent success. Bucknell, on the other hand, averaged 72.4 points per game but allowed 77.6, indicating a struggle to contain opposing offenses.
The two teams had met previously on January 8, 2026, where Navy also emerged victorious with a score of 76-55. This latest encounter further solidified Navy's dominance in their head-to-head matchups, now holding a 3-2 advantage over Bucknell in their last five meetings. The Midshipmen's ability to consistently outperform Bucknell has been evident, particularly in their recent games.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but the absence of key players can often impact team performance. However, both teams seemed to field their regular lineups during this contest. The betting market reflected Navy's strong position, with DraftKings listing them as 6.5-point favorites, indicating confidence in their ability to secure a win. The total points line was set at 135.5, suggesting expectations for a moderately high-scoring game.
The game conditions were typical for a February evening, with both teams adapting to the indoor environment of Sojka Pavilion. Fans witnessed a competitive atmosphere, with Navy's disciplined play and effective scoring strategies allowing them to pull ahead early and maintain control throughout the game.
Key moments in the game included a series of free throws and layups that extended Navy's lead, particularly in the second half. Donovan Draper and Jinwoo Kim contributed significantly to the scoring, with Kim's free throws effectively sealing the game in the closing minutes. Bucknell attempted to rally with a three-point jumper from Pat Curtin, but it was not enough to shift the momentum back in their favor.
As the final buzzer sounded, Navy celebrated their victory, solidifying their status as a formidable contender in the league, while Bucknell continued to seek answers to their ongoing struggles. Fans of both teams will be eager to see how they respond in their upcoming fixtures, with Navy looking to extend their winning streak and Bucknell aiming to regroup and improve their performance.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | NAVY -6.5 | 135.5 o -105 / u -115 | Navy Midshipmen -355 · Bucknell Bison +280 |
Leaders
- PointsAchile Spadone14Bucknell Bison
- AssistsJayden Williams4Bucknell Bison
- ReboundsAmon Dörries7Bucknell Bison
- PointsAidan Kehoe26Navy Midshipmen
- AssistsAidan Kehoe5Navy Midshipmen
- ReboundsAidan Kehoe12Navy Midshipmen
Recent form
Bucknell Bison
Last 10: 4-6Streak L172.4 scored · 77.6 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L59-78vs Colgate RaidersFeb 7
- W60-59at American University EaglesFeb 5
- W103-97vs Boston University TerriersJan 31
- L79-81at Lafayette LeopardsJan 29
- L62-67at Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsJan 24
- L84-87vs Army Black KnightsJan 22
- L76-95at Colgate RaidersJan 17
- W76-69vs Lafayette LeopardsJan 15
- W70-67vs Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsJan 10
- L55-76at Navy MidshipmenJan 8
Navy Midshipmen
Last 10: 9-1Streak W774.6 scored · 61.7 allowed per game3-1 away
- 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
- W76-50vs Lafayette LeopardsJan 10
- W76-55vs Bucknell BisonJan 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 | Navy Midshipmen | Bucknell Bison |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 29-60 | 23-63 |
| Field goal % | 48 | 37 |
| Three-pointers | 4-14 | 6-32 |
| Three-point % | 29 | 19 |
| Free throws | 14-18 | 8-8 |
| Free throw % | 78 | 100 |
| Rebounds | 45 | 28 |
| Offensive rebounds | 13 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 32 | 20 |
| Assists | 19 | 14 |
| Steals | 8 | 10 |
| Blocks | 6 | 3 |
| Turnovers | 13 | 11 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 13 | 13 |
| Fast-break points | 17 | 0 |
| Points in the paint | 44 | 34 |
| Fouls | 13 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 21 | 4 |
| Lead changes | 1 | 1 |
| Time in front | 87 | 9 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half40-26Jinwoo Kim makes 24-foot three point jumper (Jordan Pennick assists)
- 2nd Half41-26Aidan Kehoe makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half42-26Aidan Kehoe makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half42-28Amon Dörries makes layup (Jayden Williams assists)
- 2nd Half42-30Jayden Williams makes driving layup
- 2nd Half42-33Patrick O'Brien makes 24-foot three point jumper (Achile Spadone assists)
- 2nd Half42-35Achile Spadone makes layup
- 2nd Half44-35Aidan Kehoe makes layup (Jinwoo Kim assists)
- 2nd Half46-35Cam Cole makes driving layup
- 2nd Half48-35Aidan Kehoe makes layup (Cam Cole assists)
- 2nd Half48-37Quin Berger makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half50-37Aidan Kehoe makes layup (Donovan Draper assists)
- 2nd Half53-37Jinwoo Kim makes 24-foot three point jumper (Aidan Kehoe assists)
- 2nd Half53-39Patrick O'Brien makes 2-foot dunk (Quin Berger assists)
- 2nd Half55-39Mike Woods makes 17-foot jumper
- 2nd Half55-40Amon Dörries makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half55-41Amon Dörries makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-41Aidan Kehoe makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half60-41Austin Benigni makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half60-44Jayden Williams makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jacob Meachem assists)
- 2nd Half62-44Aidan Kehoe makes layup (Cam Cole assists)
- 2nd Half64-44Aidan Kehoe makes layup (Cam Cole assists)
- 2nd Half65-44Aidan Kehoe makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half65-46Pat Curtin makes driving layup
- 2nd Half65-48Achile Spadone makes layup (Jacob Meachem assists)
- 2nd Half67-48Austin Benigni makes 12-foot pullup jump shot (Aidan Kehoe assists)
- 2nd Half69-48Jordan Pennick makes layup (Austin Benigni assists)
- 2nd Half69-50Pat Curtin makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half69-53Achile Spadone makes 26-foot three point jumper (Quin Berger assists)
- 2nd Half70-53Jinwoo Kim makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-53Jinwoo Kim makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-53Donovan Draper makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-53Donovan Draper makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-55Achile Spadone makes driving layup
- 2nd Half74-55Jordan Pennick makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-58Pat Curtin makes 26-foot three point jumper (Quin Berger assists)
- 2nd Half74-59Jayden Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-60Jayden Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-60Jinwoo Kim makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-60Jinwoo Kim makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Bucknell Bison, below favours Navy Midshipmen.
Venue
- Sojka PavilionLewisburg, PA
- Attendance1417
- OfficialsJeff Clark, Ryan Sassano, Jack Loughran
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