Boston University vs Bucknell Prediction, Picks & Odds | 31 Jan 2026

College Basketball Betting Preview: Boston University vs Bucknell

The Boston University Terriers go up against the Bucknell Bison, with tip-off scheduled for 14:00 on Saturday, January 31.

Let’s go for Over 140.5 when Boston University face Bucknell. We think the line is too generous and we’re expecting the final total to be higher at odds of -112.

Boston University Terriers lost their previous game, being beaten at home to Navy Midshipmen 58-50.

Bucknell Bison suffered a defeat in their last game. A 81-79 scoreline occurred on the road against Lafayette Leopards.

Head-to-Head Statistics

The scoreline was 76-60 in favor of Bucknell when they last played Boston University. Boston University have won seven of the previous 10 H2H meetings.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Boston University	17-17	2566	2514	52	11-5	6-12	1L
Bucknell	10-23	2223	2518	-295	6-9	4-14	1L

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Boston University vs Bucknell Prediction & Picks

Take on Boston University vs Bucknell with our in-depth betting analysis, featuring an expert match prediction, scoreline advice and a value-driven bet builder. Scroll down for the full breakdown.

Game Prediction

These teams are capable of scoring more than 140.5 points in this college matchup. Therefore, we’re going Over the total line and expect a payout at -112.

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Key Boston University vs Bucknell stats:

• The 140.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 BU games on the road.
• The 140.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 BU games.
• The 140.5 line has been covered in 4 of the last 5 Bucknell games.
• The 140.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Bucknell games at home.
• The 140.5 line has been covered in the last 2 Bucknell games at home.

Over 140.5 Probability

According to the latest betting odds, our pick has a 52.9% chance of winning. Taking all factors into consideration, our cappers think there’s a stronger chance of success and estimate the probability to be closer to 60%. This is why we can recommend this college basketball wager.

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Our Game Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Boston University 75 - 69 Bucknell

You don’t need a big stake to enjoy a huge payout by getting this correct score right. We’re going for Boston University to achieve a 75-69 victory and hopefully this goes close.

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Boston University vs Bucknell 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 are taking no chances with their Moneyline odds of +108 about Bucknell which reflects they have a 48% chance of winning this college game. If you’re looking for an alternative angle, Boston University are trading at -132.

The spread is currently 1.5, with the total points line at 139.5. A Total bet is always available and can often provide value selections. If you’re wanting to back Over 139.5, the odds are -110.

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Moneyline

BU

-132

Bucknell

+108

Point Spread

BU -1.5

-114

Bucknell +1.5

-106

Total Points

Under 139.5

-110

Over 139.5

-110

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Boston University Stats

Bucknell Stats

Moneyline

• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
• 1 win and 9 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 3 wins and 7 defeats in the last 10 games
• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• -1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games
• -1.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 1 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• +1.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games
• +1.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 152.20 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 146.30 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 140.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
• Over 140.5 on the Road: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 76.40 pts and allowed 75.80 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 69.50 pts and allowed 76.80 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 143.70 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 151.40 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 140.5: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games
• Over 140.5 at Home: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 67.10 pts and allowed 76.60 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 74.30 pts and allowed 77.10 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	26-7	2465	2105	360	15-3	11-4	1L
Colgate	17-15	2428	2412	16	10-5	7-10	1L
Lehigh	18-16	2490	2515	-25	13-4	5-12	6W
Boston University	17-17	2566	2514	52	11-5	6-12	1L
American	16-16	2387	2283	104	11-6	5-10	3L
Loyola Maryland	12-20	2407	2466	-59	8-7	4-13	1L
Lafayette	11-21	2222	2381	-159	6-10	5-11	1L
Army	11-21	2309	2471	-162	6-11	5-10	4L
Holy Cross	11-23	2310	2510	-200	6-8	5-15	1L
Bucknell	10-23	2223	2518	-295	6-9	4-14	1L

• 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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