Bucknell vs Colgate Prediction, Picks & Odds | 17 Jan 2026

College Basketball Betting Preview: Bucknell vs Colgate

The Bucknell Bison face the Colgate Raiders, with tip-off scheduled for 14:00 on Saturday, January 17.

Colgate are capable of covering the -9.5 line when they go up against Bucknell. We’re confident of a strong showing and a bet against the spread could be the best play at -100.

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Bucknell Bison previous game saw them claim a 76-69 home win over Lafayette Leopards.

Colgate Raiders triumphed in their last game. It was on the road where Loyola Maryland Greyhounds were beaten 86-80.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Colgate beat Bucknell in their last head-to-head matchup. It was a 87-80 scoreline. The past 10 H2H games have seen Colgate land nine wins.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Colgate	9-8	1275	1277	-2	4-3	5-5	1W
Bucknell	6-12	1163	1358	-195	4-4	2-8	2W

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Bucknell vs Colgate Prediction & Picks

Gear up for Bucknell vs Colgate with our betting guide, featuring an expert match prediction, scoreline advice and a hand-picked bet builder. Explore each section below for detailed insights.

Game Prediction

There’s a strong case for backing Colgate on the spread in this college contest. The line looks really appealing considering you can get -100 when it comes to the favorites at -9.5.

We’re always on top of team news and when combined with recent form, it helps us uncover the best value. Our college basketball handicappers also take a data-led approach, using key stats to back every pick.

Key Bucknell vs Colgate stats:

• The +9.5 line hasn’t been covered by Bucknell in 6 of their last 10 games on the road.
• The +9.5 line hasn’t been covered by Bucknell in 3 of their last 5 games on the road.
• The -9.5 line has been covered by Colgate in 6 of their last 10 games against Bucknell.

Colgate -9.5 Probability

According to the top sportsbooks, our pick has a 50% chance of winning. Taking all factors into consideration, our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and estimate the probability to be closer to 60%. It is therefore regarded as a value bet.

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Our Game Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Bucknell 62 - 74 Colgate

There’s the chance to back the Raiders in lots of different ways and this includes predicting the correct winning score. We’ll go for a 74-62 victory in their favor.

Bucknell vs Colgate Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

The favorites are 83% likely to win according to the sportsbooks’ latest Moneyline odds, with Colgate priced at -500 to triumph in this college game. If you’re looking for an alternative angle, Bucknell are trading at +360.

8.5 is the spread and 140.5 is the total points line. A Total bet is always available and can often provide value selections. If you’re going for Under 140.5, this outcome can be backed at -116.

You can find a nice selection of game lines and team props for most college basketball matchups, with the top betting apps creating many different options. Check out the pre-game and in-game selections before placing your bets.

Moneyline

Bucknell

+360

Colgate

-500

Point Spread

Bucknell +8.5

-104

Colgate -8.5

-118

Total Points

Under 140.5

-116

Over 140.5

-108

As an alternative to the game lines, check out the player prop bets that are available. It’s especially great if you have a view when it comes to Turnovers, Steals, Blocks and Points, while there are lots of other options.

Among the various options for wagering on college basketball, you will find that micro betting is provided. It focuses on short-term in-game outcomes such as Next Field Goal, where you select if the shot will be a two or three-pointer.

Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Bucknell Stats

Colgate Stats

Moneyline

• 4 wins and 6 defeats in the last 10 games
• 2 wins and 8 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

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

Point Spread

• +9.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games
• +9.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 4 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -9.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 2 of the last 10 games
• -9.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 138.10 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 133.80 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 139.5: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games
• Over 139.5 on the Road: Covered in 2 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 63.60 pts and allowed 74.50 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 58.10 pts and allowed 75.70 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 148.20 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 142.20 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 139.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
• Over 139.5 at Home: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 75.10 pts and allowed 73.10 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 74.60 pts and allowed 67.60 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	12-6	1300	1144	156	8-2	4-4	1L
American	10-8	1380	1305	75	9-2	1-6	1W
Colgate	9-8	1275	1277	-2	4-3	5-5	1W
Holy Cross	8-11	1267	1382	-115	5-3	3-8	2W
Lehigh	7-11	1294	1348	-54	4-3	3-8	3W
Boston University	7-11	1383	1381	2	5-4	2-7	1L
Army	7-11	1362	1420	-58	4-6	3-5	4L
Bucknell	6-12	1163	1358	-195	4-4	2-8	2W
Loyola Maryland	5-13	1349	1397	-48	3-5	2-8	2L
Lafayette	4-14	1255	1384	-129	3-5	1-9	3L

• 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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