The Bucknell Bison travel to face the Army Black Knights on Wednesday morning in an intriguing Patriot League contest that could have implications for tournament seeding. Both schools enter this game struggling for consistency late in the season, tied for the worst record in the Patriot League at 5-11 in conference play. But someone has to win this game and I pick who I think that will be with my Bucknell vs Army prediction.
Our Bucknell vs Army Pick
Pick:
Confidence: 3 out of 5
Game Snapshot
- Matchup: Bucknell Bison @ Army Black Knights
- Date & Time: Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 11:00 AM ET
- Venue: Christl Arena, West Point, New York
- Broadcast: ESPN+
Key Storylines
This contest features two Patriot League clubs that are fighting to improve their position before the conference tournament. Both teams are 5-11 in league play and they are tied for eighth place along with Holy Cross. All 10 teams in the Patriot League qualify for the conference tournament, but improving seeding somewhat would be huge for both teams to try and make things a little less difficult when postseason play rolls around.
Bucknell comes into this game on a five-game losing streak after losing to Holy Cross in their last outing. The Bison have lost by nine points or more in each of their last five games and will try to end that streak here. Army is coming off a loss to Navy in a rivalry game last time out and the Black Knights have dropped four of their last five contests.
Key Players
Army Black Knights
- Ryan Curry: Leading Army’s offense, Curry averages 13.8 points per game while also contributing 4.6 assists per contest, making him central to Army’s ability to create offense. He also hits multiple 3-pointers per game, a key weapon in spreading the defense.
- Jaxson Bell: Bell has been a consistent scorer and reliable option over recent games, often contributing double figures and providing depth behind Curry.
- Tate Laczkowski: As a contributor on the boards, Laczkowski’s 5.4 rebounds per game help Army on the glass and contribute to second-chance opportunities.
Bucknell Bison
- Amon Dörries: Bucknell’s leading scorer who has delivered just over 15 points per game, including a 20-point effort in the most recent outing. If he gets hot early, Bucknell can stay within striking distance.
- Jayden Williams: As Bucknell’s primary distributor, Williams’ average of over 4 assists per game is vital to creating scoring chances for his teammates. His decision-making will be a key barometer for the Bison’s offensive performance.
- Achile Spadone: Spadone’s rebounding and defensive contributions help Bucknell limit second-chance points. When he’s at his best, Bucknell can compete for extra possessions.
Stat Comparison
| Statistic | Bucknell Bison | Army Black Knights |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 66.7 | 72.6 |
| Points allowed per game | 76.8 | 77.5 |
| Team Field Goal % | 41.2% | 41.4% |
| Rebounds per game | 31.3 | 35.6 |
| Assists per game | 12.9 | 14.9 |
Head-to-Head & Betting Trends
- The two teams met once earlier this season, with Army emerging victorious in overtime by a three-point margin.
- Army is 12-15 against the spread going into this game.
- Bucknell has struggled against the spread at 11-18 this season.
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