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Navy Midshipmen Defeat Lafayette Leopards 65-50

Wednesday, February 4, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Kirby Sports Center

Navy Midshipmen 65, Lafayette Leopards 50, 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 Lafayette Leopards?

Navy Midshipmen beat Lafayette Leopards 65-50 at Kirby Sports Center on February 4, 2026.

Who was favored in Navy Midshipmen vs Lafayette Leopards?

Navy Midshipmen were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -185 (about 65% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive matchup at Kirby Sports Center, the Navy Midshipmen secured a 65-50 victory over the Lafayette Leopards. This game highlighted the contrasting fortunes of the two teams, with Navy continuing its strong season and Lafayette struggling to find consistency. Navy, boasting an impressive away record of 18-6, extended its winning streak to five games, while Lafayette's season record fell to 7-17.

Navy's recent form has been formidable, having won nine of its last ten games, with an average of 74.6 points scored and only 62.9 points allowed during that stretch. This performance has been bolstered by a solid home record of 6-0 and an away record of 3-1. In contrast, Lafayette's form has been inconsistent, with a record of 4-6 in its last ten games. The Leopards have averaged 69.6 points scored while allowing 72.4 points, indicating defensive vulnerabilities that have plagued them throughout the season.

The game began with Navy asserting its dominance early, and the Midshipmen's strong performance was reflected in their previous meeting with Lafayette on January 10, where they won decisively 76-50. Historically, Navy has won two out of three encounters against Lafayette, with the Leopards' only victory coming on February 8, 2025, when they triumphed 61-51 at home.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but it is worth noting that both teams have had to navigate their respective challenges throughout the season. Navy's depth and recent form suggest they are well-equipped to handle such issues, while Lafayette has struggled to maintain a consistent lineup.

The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Navy favored by 3.5 points, with a total points line set at 139.5. The odds reflected Navy's strong performance and form, while Lafayette's struggles were evident in their underdog status.

Conditions during the game were typical for an indoor basketball setting, allowing both teams to focus on their gameplay without external weather factors impacting performance. Fans were treated to a display of Navy's offensive prowess, with key plays from players like Caleb Williams and Donovan Draper, who contributed significantly to the scoreline.

As the game unfolded, viewers saw Navy's ability to capitalize on Lafayette's defensive lapses, particularly in the second half, where they maintained control and extended their lead. The final score of 65-50 underscored Navy's dominance and the challenges Lafayette faces as they continue to seek improvement in their season.

Odds

BookSpreadTotalMoneyline
DraftKingsNAVY -3.5 139.5 o -115 / u -105 Navy Midshipmen -185 · Lafayette Leopards +154

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Leaders

  • PointsCaleb Williams13Lafayette Leopards
  • AssistsCaleb Williams5Lafayette Leopards
  • ReboundsAndrew Phillips6Lafayette Leopards
  • PointsDonovan Draper17Navy Midshipmen
  • AssistsAidan Kehoe7Navy Midshipmen
  • ReboundsAidan Kehoe15Navy Midshipmen

Recent form

Lafayette Leopards

Last 10: 4-6Streak W269.6 scored · 72.4 allowed per game2-2 at home

  • W67-65at American University EaglesJan 31
  • W81-79vs Bucknell BisonJan 29
  • L59-64at Lehigh Mountain HawksJan 25
  • L73-77at Boston University TerriersJan 21
  • W74-55vs Holy Cross CrusadersJan 17
  • L69-76at Bucknell BisonJan 15
  • L50-76at Navy MidshipmenJan 10
  • L67-83vs Boston University TerriersJan 8
  • W79-64at Loyola Maryland GreyhoundsJan 3
  • L77-85vs Colgate RaidersDec 31

Navy Midshipmen

Last 10: 9-1Streak W574.6 scored · 62.9 allowed per game3-1 away

  • 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
  • W65-58at Holy Cross CrusadersJan 3
  • W82-77vs Boston University TerriersDec 31

Standings

TeamOverallGames behindIn conference
Navy26-8-17-1
Colgate18-15611-7
Lehigh18-17611-7
Boston University17-17710-8
American University16-1689-9
Loyola Maryland12-2098-10
Lafayette11-2198-10
Bucknell10-23116-12
Army11-21125-13
Holy Cross11-22125-13

Box score

StatNavy MidshipmenLafayette Leopards
Field goals27-5919-52
Field goal %4637
Three-pointers1-126-30
Three-point %820
Free throws10-136-6
Free throw %77100
Rebounds3631
Offensive rebounds96
Defensive rebounds2725
Assists1613
Steals104
Blocks31
Turnovers913
Team turnovers10
Technical fouls00
Technical fouls, total00
Flagrant fouls01
Points off turnovers186
Fast-break points82
Points in the paint4422
Fouls1013
Largest lead151
Lead changes66
Time in front8211

How the scoring went

  1. 1st Half24-20Donovan Draper makes layup (Austin Benigni assists)
  2. 1st Half24-22Shareef Jackson makes layup (Ryan Pettit assists)
  3. 1st Half26-22Austin Benigni makes 14-foot jumper (Jinwoo Kim assists)
  4. 1st Half26-24Shareef Jackson makes layup (Mark Butler assists)
  5. 2nd Half28-24Mike Woods makes 9-foot turnaround jump shot
  6. 2nd Half28-26Shareef Jackson makes layup (Caleb Williams assists)
  7. 2nd Half30-26Aidan Kehoe makes layup (Austin Benigni assists)
  8. 2nd Half32-26Aidan Kehoe makes layup (Austin Benigni assists)
  9. 2nd Half32-29Christian Humphrey-Rembert makes 25-foot three point jumper (Andrew Phillips assists)
  10. 2nd Half34-29Austin Benigni makes 12-foot jumper
  11. 2nd Half34-32Mark Butler makes 23-foot three point jumper (Caleb Williams assists)
  12. 2nd Half34-34Caleb Williams makes driving layup (Christian Humphrey-Rembert assists)
  13. 2nd Half36-34Donovan Draper makes layup (Aidan Kehoe assists)
  14. 2nd Half38-34Donovan Draper makes layup (Aidan Kehoe assists)
  15. 2nd Half38-36Mark Butler makes 8-foot jumper
  16. 2nd Half40-36Aidan Kehoe makes 0-foot tip in layup
  17. 2nd Half42-36Jordan Pennick makes driving layup
  18. 2nd Half43-36Aidan Kehoe makes free throw 1 of 2
  19. 2nd Half44-36Donovan Draper makes free throw 1 of 2
  20. 2nd Half45-36Donovan Draper makes free throw 2 of 2
  21. 2nd Half45-38Caleb Williams makes 15-foot jumper
  22. 2nd Half45-41Caleb Williams makes 25-foot three point jumper (Shareef Jackson assists)
  23. 2nd Half45-43Shareef Jackson makes layup (Caleb Williams assists)
  24. 2nd Half47-43Donovan Draper makes 15-foot jumper (Aidan Kehoe assists)
  25. 2nd Half49-43Austin Benigni makes layup
  26. 2nd Half50-43Austin Benigni makes free throw 1 of 2
  27. 2nd Half51-43Austin Benigni makes free throw 2 of 2
  28. 2nd Half53-43Austin Benigni makes 13-foot jumper (Aidan Kehoe assists)
  29. 2nd Half53-44Caleb Williams makes free throw 1 of 2
  30. 2nd Half53-45Caleb Williams makes free throw 2 of 2
  31. 2nd Half55-45Austin Benigni makes 6-foot turnaround jump shot
  32. 2nd Half57-45Aidan Kehoe makes 0-foot tip in layup
  33. 2nd Half57-47Caleb Williams makes layup
  34. 2nd Half59-47Donovan Draper makes driving layup
  35. 2nd Half60-47Donovan Draper makes free throw 1 of 1
  36. 2nd Half60-50Andrew Phillips makes 25-foot three point jumper (Caleb Williams assists)
  37. 2nd Half61-50Aidan Kehoe makes free throw 1 of 2
  38. 2nd Half62-50Austin Benigni makes free throw 1 of 2
  39. 2nd Half63-50Austin Benigni makes free throw 2 of 2
  40. 2nd Half65-50Donovan Draper makes layup (Aidan Kehoe assists)

Win probability

Above the line favours Lafayette Leopards, below favours Navy Midshipmen.

Venue

  • Kirby Sports CenterEaston, PA
  • Attendance1306
  • OfficialsSteven Perry, Michael Palau, Michael Nardone

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