Navy Midshipmen Edge Colgate Raiders in Overtime Thriller
Saturday, February 14, 2026, 12:00 PM ET · Cotterell Court
Navy Midshipmen 84, Colgate Raiders 80, 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 Colgate Raiders?
Navy Midshipmen beat Colgate Raiders 84-80 at Cotterell Court on February 14, 2026.
Who was favored in Navy Midshipmen vs Colgate Raiders?
Colgate Raiders were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -115 (about 53% implied). The underdog won.
In a thrilling matchup, the Navy Midshipmen defeated the Colgate Raiders 84-80 in overtime at Cotterell Court on February 14, 2026. This victory marked Navy's eighth consecutive win, showcasing their strong form as they continue to push for a favorable position in the league standings.
Navy entered the game with an impressive away record of 21-6 and a recent form that included a 9-1 record over their last ten games, averaging 74.6 points scored and allowing 62.2 points. Their last five games saw them score an average of 73.6 points while allowing 60.8 points, indicating a solid defensive performance alongside their offensive capabilities. The Midshipmen's last outing was a convincing 76-60 victory against the Bucknell Bison on February 9, 2026.
Colgate, on the other hand, had a home record of 16-11 and was riding a three-game winning streak, with a 7-3 record in their last ten games. The Raiders averaged 78.0 points scored and 71.8 points allowed during this stretch, indicating a high-scoring offense but also a vulnerability on the defensive end. Their last game resulted in a 74-70 win against the Holy Cross Crusaders on February 11, 2026.
The matchup was particularly intriguing as Navy had previously lost to Colgate in their two meetings during the 2025 season, with Colgate winning 79-75 at home and 73-66 away. This added an extra layer of competitiveness to the game, as Navy sought to break their losing streak against the Raiders.
In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant player absences for either team, suggesting both squads were at full strength for this crucial encounter.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Raiders as slight favorites with a spread of -1.5 and a total set at 139.5. The moneyline odds were -115 for Colgate and -105 for Navy, indicating a closely contested matchup anticipated by bookmakers.
The game conditions were typical for indoor basketball, with no adverse weather factors affecting play. Fans could expect a high-paced game, given both teams' scoring averages and recent performances.
In the overtime period, the game remained tightly contested, with several lead changes and critical free throws determining the outcome. Key plays included Josh Ahayere making crucial free throws to tie the game at 79, followed by Austin Benigni's free throws that ultimately secured the victory for Navy.
As the final buzzer sounded, Navy celebrated their hard-fought win, while Colgate was left to reflect on a missed opportunity at home. The result not only solidified Navy's momentum but also set the stage for an exciting finish to the season as both teams continue to vie for playoff positioning.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | COLG -1.5 | 139.5 o -115 / u -105 | Navy Midshipmen -105 · Colgate Raiders -115 |
Leaders
- PointsJalen Cox30Colgate Raiders
- AssistsJalen Cox7Colgate Raiders
- ReboundsAndrew Alekseyenko10Colgate Raiders
- PointsJordan Pennick22Navy Midshipmen
- AssistsAustin Benigni5Navy Midshipmen
- ReboundsAidan Kehoe10Navy Midshipmen
Recent form
Colgate Raiders
Last 10: 7-3Streak W378 scored · 71.8 allowed per game4-1 at home
- W74-70at Holy Cross CrusadersFeb 11
- W78-59at Bucknell BisonFeb 7
- W69-55vs Army Black KnightsFeb 5
- L76-77at Lehigh Mountain HawksJan 31
- W79-74vs Holy Cross CrusadersJan 29
- W80-79vs Boston University TerriersJan 24
- L66-70at American University EaglesJan 22
- W95-76vs Bucknell BisonJan 17
- W86-80at Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsJan 15
- L77-78vs Lehigh Mountain HawksJan 10
Navy Midshipmen
Last 10: 9-1Streak W874.6 scored · 62.2 allowed per game4-1 away
- 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
- W76-50vs Lafayette LeopardsJan 10
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 | Colgate Raiders |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 28-57 | 26-54 |
| Field goal % | 49 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 8-21 | 11-23 |
| Three-point % | 38 | 48 |
| Free throws | 20-29 | 17-26 |
| Free throw % | 69 | 65 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 34 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 26 | 26 |
| Assists | 19 | 12 |
| Steals | 11 | 6 |
| Blocks | 0 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 12 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 17 | 14 |
| Fast-break points | 15 | 11 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 24 |
| Fouls | 22 | 23 |
| Largest lead | 18 | 2 |
| Lead changes | 10 | 10 |
| Time in front | 81 | 7 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half55-50Jalen Cox makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half55-52Jalen Cox makes driving layup
- 2nd Half55-55Kyle Carlesimo makes 25-foot three point jumper (Jalen Cox assists)
- 2nd Half55-56Josh Ahayere makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half56-56Donovan Draper makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half57-56Donovan Draper makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half57-58Jalen Cox makes driving layup
- 2nd Half59-58Donovan Draper makes 13-foot jumper (Cam Cole assists)
- 2nd Half59-61Andrew Alekseyenko makes 24-foot three point jumper (Josh Ahayere assists)
- 2nd Half61-61Donovan Draper makes layup
- 2nd Half62-61Donovan Draper makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half62-64Andrew Alekseyenko makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half63-64Donovan Draper makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half64-64Aidan Kehoe makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half67-64Jordan Pennick makes 24-foot three point jumper (Austin Benigni assists)
- 2nd Half67-65Jalen Cox makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half67-66Jalen Cox makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-66Donovan Draper makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-66Donovan Draper makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half69-68Sam Wright makes layup (Andrew Alekseyenko assists)
- 2nd Half69-69Josh Ahayere makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half69-70Josh Ahayere makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half71-70Aidan Kehoe makes layup (Donovan Draper assists)
- 2nd Half72-70Aidan Kehoe makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half74-70Austin Benigni makes driving layup
- 2nd Half74-71Ayomi Odetoyinbo makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half74-73Josh Ahayere makes layup
- 2nd Half77-73Jordan Pennick makes 23-foot three point jumper (Aidan Kehoe assists)
- 2nd Half77-75Jalen Cox makes 16-foot jumper
- 2nd Half77-76Jalen Cox makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half77-77Jalen Cox makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT79-77Jordan Pennick makes driving layup
- OT79-78Josh Ahayere makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT79-79Josh Ahayere makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT80-79Austin Benigni makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT81-79Austin Benigni makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT82-79Austin Benigni makes free throw 2 of 2
- OT82-80Jalen Cox makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT83-80Austin Benigni makes free throw 1 of 2
- OT84-80Austin Benigni makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Colgate Raiders, below favours Navy Midshipmen.
Venue
- Cotterell CourtHamilton, NY
- OfficialsPhil Sallustio Jr., Josh Anderson, Robert Riley Jr.
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