American vs Boston University Prediction, Picks & Odds | 05 Mar 2026

College Basketball Betting Preview: American vs Boston University

The American Eagles face the Boston University Terriers, with tip-off scheduled for 19:00 on Thursday, March 5.

We are predicting that Boston University will cover the spread. -3.5 seems a more than generous line and you can get -105 that the favorites will win by a bigger margin against American.

7 Victories for Boston University in Previous 10 H2H Matchups

The last meeting between Boston University Terriers and American Eagles was on Saturday, with Boston University securing a 68-65 win. In the past 10 games between the teams, Boston University have won seven.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
American	16-15	2314	2208	106	11-6	5-9	2L
Boston University	15-16	2358	2295	63	10-5	5-11	2W

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American vs Boston University Prediction & Picks

Our American vs Boston University tips include the main match prediction, a correct score forecast and bet builder picks. Each section below offers expert insight into the key betting angles.

Game Prediction

There’s a generous line of -3.5 when it comes to Boston University for this college contest. The -105 that they cover the spread has plenty of juice and our pick is that the favorites will make it happen.

We use the latest team news and injury updates to help shape the best possible basketball predictions. You’ll also notice we take a stats-led approach by factoring in the key college hoops numbers that truly make a difference.

Key American vs Boston University stats:

• The -3.5 line has been covered by BU in 4 consecutive games at home.
• The -3.5 line has been covered by BU in 7 of their last 10 games at home.
• The +3.5 line hasn’t been covered by American in 3 of their last 5 games on the road.
• The -3.5 line has been covered by BU in 6 of their last 10 games against American.

Boston University -3.5 Probability

Based on the latest odds from the top sportsbooks, our pick carries a 51.3% chance of winning. Our analysts think there’s a stronger chance of success and calculate the probability to be closer to 60%. This is why we regard this as a value wager.

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Our Game Prediction

Boston University -3.5 @ -105 Bet Now

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Correct Score Prediction

American 70 - 76 Boston University

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American vs Boston University Odds

The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.

The sportsbooks have Boston University at -164 when it comes to the Moneyline betting, implying the favorites are 62% likely to win this game according to the latest odds. For those wanting to oppose the market leader, you can get +134 about American.

The spread currently stands at 3.5 and the total points line is 141.5. A bet on the Totals allows fans to use the latest basketball data to good effect. If you want to wager Over 141.5, there are odds of -118.

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Moneyline

American

+134

BU

-164

Point Spread

American +3.5

-118

BU -3.5

-104

Total Points

Under 141.5

-106

Over 141.5

-118

If you’re looking for an alternative to the main game lines, check out the player props instead. It’s great to wager on Total Points, Three-Pointers, Assists, Steals, Blocks and Rebounds as potential options.

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American Stats

Boston University Stats

Moneyline

• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• +3.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games
• +3.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -3.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games
• -3.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 141.30 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 142.60 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 141.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
• Over 141.5 on the Road: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 71.00 pts and allowed 70.30 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 70.40 pts and allowed 72.20 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 144.90 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 150.50 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 141.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 141.5 at Home: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 76.20 pts and allowed 68.70 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 79.10 pts and allowed 71.40 pts in the last 10 home games

NCAAB Table Select Season 2025/20262024/20252023/20242022/20232021/20222020/20212019/2020

Patriot League	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Navy	25-6	2319	1963	356	14-2	11-4	13W
Colgate	16-14	2269	2259	10	9-5	7-9	2L
American	16-15	2314	2208	106	11-6	5-9	2L
Lehigh	15-16	2271	2320	-49	10-4	5-12	3W
Boston University	15-16	2358	2295	63	10-5	5-11	2W
Loyola Maryland	12-19	2330	2376	-46	8-7	4-12	1W
Lafayette	11-21	2222	2381	-159	6-10	5-11	1L
Army	11-21	2309	2471	-162	6-11	5-10	4L
Holy Cross	11-22	2244	2441	-197	6-8	5-14	1W
Bucknell	10-22	2154	2444	-290	6-9	4-13	1W

• Overall = Overall Wins-Losses
• PF = Total Points For
• PA = Total Points Against
• N. Pts = Point Differential
• Home = Home Record
• Away = Away Record
• Strk = Current Streak

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