Davidson Wildcats vs Duquesne Dukes Picks and Prediction for Wednesday, February 25, 2026
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Davidson travels to Pittsburgh for an Atlantic 10 matchup with Duquesne at UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse on Wednesday night. Both teams enter at 16-11 overall, with the Dukes holding an 8-6 conference mark and the Wildcats sitting at 7-7 in A-10 play. Duquesne looks to strengthen its spot in the upper half of the standings, while Davidson aims to get back above .500 in conference action. Win big with our free college basketball picks.
Game Information
- Date: Wednesday, February 25
- Time: 7:00 PM ET
- Location: UPMC Cooper Fieldhouse, Pittsburgh, PA
- TV: ESPN+
Davidson Wildcats Preview
Davidson is putting up 73.0 points per game while shooting 46.4% from the field and 37.7% from three-point range, using perimeter shooting to lead the way. Roberts Blums leads the Wildcats with 12.1 points per contest and shoots 42.0% from beyond the arc, while Josh Scovens adds 10.8 points and 4.1 rebounds. Parker Friedrichsen contributes 10.7 points and provides another outside threat at 45.2% from three. The Wildcats share the ball, averaging 13.9 assists per game and commit just 10.7 turnovers per contest. Defensively, Davidson allows 68.3 points per game and limits second chances. Allowing an average of just 33.0 rebounds per game.
Injury Report: Joe Hurlburt is out.
Key Stats – Per Game
- Points: 73.0
- Points Allowed: 68.3
- Rebounds: 33.0
- Assists: 13.9
- Steals: 6.7
- Blocks: 4.1
- Turnovers: 10.7
Duquesne Dukes Preview
Duquesne is averaging 81.0 points per game while shooting 47.1% from the floor, pushing tempo, and spreading scoring across multiple options. Tarence Guinyard leads the Dukes with 16.4 points and 5.0 assists per game, while Jimmie Williams adds 15.6 points and 4.7 rebounds. Jakub Necas contributes 7.8 points and 5.3 boards, helping Duquesne post 35.6 rebounds per contest. The Dukes distribute the ball well at a 15.8 assists-per-game clip but turn it over 13.0 times per game. On defense, Duquesne allows 75.9 points per contest and averages 7.8 steals per game to create transition opportunities.
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Injury Report: Lucas Prolla is out.
Key Stats – Per Game
- Points: 81.0
- Points Allowed: 75.9
- Rebounds: 35.6
- Assists: 15.8
- Steals: 7.8
- Blocks: 2.8
- Turnovers: 13.0
Davidson Wildcats vs Duquesne Dukes Prediction
Duquesne is scoring more at 81.0 points per game compared to 73.0 from Davidson, and the Dukes have multiple scoring options capable of stretching the defense. While the Wildcats defend well and take care of the basketball, Duquesne’s offensive depth between starters and reserves, and the ability to create extra possessions with steals, will be the difference on its home floor. The Dukes control the tempo and secure a conference win. Final Score Prediction: Duquesne Dukes win and cover ATS, 82-74.
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