Army Black Knights vs Bucknell Bison Picks and Prediction for Tuesday March 3 2026
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The Army Black Knights travel to Lewisburg, Pennsylvania, to take on the Bucknell Bison on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. Tip-off is scheduled for 7:00 PM at Sojka Pavilion, and the game will be televised on ESPN+. At the time of this writing, the odds were not released. For more action across tonight’s slate, be sure to check out our latest free college basketball picks for additional analysis and expert selections.
Black Knights Looking to Snap Skid
Army enters this matchup at 11-20 overall and 5-13 in Patriot League play. The Black Knights recently lost to Lafayette 83-77 and Bucknell 75-73, while also falling to Navy 81-63 and American 75-63. Their lone recent win came in an 87-77 road victory at Loyola Maryland. Army has struggled to close games, particularly in tight conference matchups.
Offensively, Army is averaging 72.7 points per game but allowing 77.6 points per contest. They shoot 42% from the field and pull down 35.5 rebounds per game. The Black Knights do move the ball well, averaging 15.2 assists per contest, which has helped keep them competitive despite defensive struggles.
Defensively, Army averages 5.8 steals and 1.5 blocks per game. However, allowing nearly 78 points per game has been a major issue. If they want to reverse their recent loss to Bucknell, they will need improved perimeter defense and better late-game execution.
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Bison Trying to Protect Home Court
Bucknell comes into this game at 9-22 overall and 6-12 in Patriot League play. The Bison recently defeated Army 75-73 but have otherwise struggled, losing to Lehigh 89-79, Holy Cross 72-63, American 75-57, and Boston University 82-69. While their record has been disappointing, they have shown flashes offensively.
The Bison are averaging 67.4 points per game while allowing 77.1 points per contest. They shoot 42% from the field and collect 31.2 rebounds per game. Bucknell averages 12.8 assists per contest, slightly lower than Army’s mark.
Defensively, Bucknell averages 7.2 steals per game, which is one of their stronger statistical categories. They also average 1.9 blocks per contest. For the Bison to build off their recent win over Army, they will need to continue forcing turnovers and capitalize in transition.
Army Black Knights vs Bucknell Bison Pick
Army Black Knights vs Bucknell Bison Pick
- Pick: Army Black Knights - Spread
Army narrowly lost to Bucknell 75-73 in their last meeting and has the stronger rebounding and assist numbers. I believe the Black Knights will make adjustments defensively and find a way to cover, especially if they control the tempo and limit second-chance opportunities.
Army Black Knights vs Bucknell Bison Total Pick
- Pick: Over (if total is set at 145 or lower)
Both teams allow over 77 points per game, and their recent matchup totaled 148 points. I expect another competitive contest with both sides finding scoring opportunities. I see this game pushing past the total again.
Final Score Prediction: Army 76, Bucknell 72
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