Columbia Lions
Columbia lays 5.5 at Sojka Pavilion with the total at 145.5, and Gerard O'Keefe at 16.0 points per game leads a 2-1 side against Bucknell, which is 0-3 and 2-1 against the spread in lined games.
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| Sportsbook | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| FanDuel | CLMBIA -5.5 BUCK +5.5 | CLMBIA -215 BUCK +176 | O 145.5 U 145.5 |
| DraftKings | CLMBIA -5.5 BUCK +5.5 | CLMBIA -245 BUCK +200 | O 146.5 U 146.5 |
| BetMGM | CLMBIA -5.5 BUCK +5.5 | CLMBIA -235 BUCK +190 | O 146.5 U 146.5 |
| BetRivers | CLMBIA -5.5 BUCK +5.5 | CLMBIA -265 BUCK +200 | O 146.5 U 146.5 |
| Fanatics | CLMBIA -5.5 BUCK +5.5 | CLMBIA -235 BUCK +190 | O 146.5 U 146.5 |
| Bovada | CLMBIA -5.5 BUCK +5.5 | CLMBIA -230 BUCK +190 | O 146.5 U 146.5 |
| BetOnline.ag | CLMBIA -6 BUCK +6 | — | O 146 U 146 |
| LowVig.ag | CLMBIA -6 BUCK +6 | — | O 146 U 146 |
| Caesars | CLMBIA -5.5 BUCK +5.5 | CLMBIA -225 BUCK +185 | O 146.5 U 146.5 |
Injury Report
No significant injuries were listed for either team on the pregame report at time of writing. Columbia leans on Gerard O'Keefe at 16.0 points per game, while Bucknell runs through Aleksander Pachucki at 15.3, so any late change to either player's status would move this number. Confirm lineups before the 7:00 PM ET tip.
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Key Matchup Edge
Columbia's edge starts with scoring margin at +23.0 per game, while Bucknell sits at -27.7. Connor Igoe at 9.0 rebounds gives Columbia the top rebounder on the floor, which should create second chances and help it build margin against a 5.5-point number.
3 Things to Watch
- Gerard O'Keefe scoring volume against Bucknell
- Connor Igoe controlling the glass
- Pace against a 145.5 total
Betting Breakdown
Bucknell hosts Columbia at Sojka Pavilion at 7:00 PM ET on ESPN+. Columbia is 2-1 after an 84-71 loss to Elon, a 120-58 win over SUNY Old Westbury and a 75-55 win over Stonehill. Gerard O'Keefe leads at 16.0 points, Connor Igoe grabs 9.0 rebounds and Hampton Sanders adds 5.3 assists. Bucknell is 0-3 after a 96-67 loss at Maryland, an 82-62 loss to Old Dominion and a 95-61 loss at Virginia. Aleksander Pachucki leads at 15.3 points, Kyle Marshall grabs 4.0 rebounds and Luca Soroa Schaller adds 3.3 assists. Columbia is a 5.5-point favorite with the total at 145.5. Columbia has scored 88.7 and allowed 65.7 per game, while Bucknell has scored 63.3 and allowed 91.0. The number asks whether Columbia's form edge holds for 40 minutes, and Bucknell needs Aleksander Pachucki to carry the scoring load to stay inside it.
Columbia Betting Outlook
Columbia is 2-1 after an 84-71 loss to Elon, a 120-58 win over SUNY Old Westbury and a 75-55 win over Stonehill. Gerard O'Keefe leads at 16.0 points, Connor Igoe grabs 9.0 rebounds and Hampton Sanders adds 5.3 assists. Columbia is scoring 88.7 and allowing 65.7 per game. Covering requires turning stops into transition chances and leaning on Gerard O'Keefe to create separation before the final media timeout. Columbia is 1-1-0 against the spread with a 0-0 road mark, and it enters as a 5.5-point favorite with the total at 145.5.
Bucknell Betting Outlook
Bucknell is 0-3 after a 96-67 loss at Maryland, an 82-62 loss to Old Dominion and a 95-61 loss at Virginia. Aleksander Pachucki leads at 15.3 points, Kyle Marshall grabs 4.0 rebounds and Luca Soroa Schaller adds 3.3 assists. Bucknell is scoring 63.3 and allowing 91.0 per game. Covering requires limiting second chances, protecting the ball and getting efficient production from Aleksander Pachucki against a 5.5-point number. Bucknell is 2-1-0 against the spread with a 0-1 home mark, and it enters as a 5.5-point home underdog with the total at 145.5.
Latest Team Buzz
Hitting the road for the first time this season 🚌
— Columbia Men’s Basketball (@CULionsMBB) November 12, 2026
The Lions take on Bucknell for the first time since 2015 on Friday at 7 p.m.
#RoarLionRoar 🦁 // #OnlyHere 🗽
It's a final from Charlottesville. We've got our next three at home, starting Friday night! #rayBucknell #Team132
— Bucknell MBasketball (@Bucknell_MBB) November 10, 2026
Columbia Lions vs Bucknell Bison FAQ
What is the current spread for Columbia Lions vs Bucknell Bison?
The current home spread is BUCK +5.5, while the away spread is CLMBIA -5.5.
How far has the spread moved for Columbia Lions vs Bucknell Bison?
The spread opened at BUCK +4.5 and is now BUCK +5.5.
What is the current moneyline for Columbia Lions vs Bucknell Bison?
The current moneyline is CLMBIA -245 / BUCK +200.
How far has the moneyline moved for Columbia Lions vs Bucknell Bison?
The moneyline opened at CLMBIA -192 / BUCK +160 and is now CLMBIA -245 / BUCK +200.
What is the current total for Columbia Lions vs Bucknell Bison?
The current total is 146.5.
How far has the total moved for Columbia Lions vs Bucknell Bison?
The total opened at 146.5 and is now 146.5.
Is the market taking the underdog in Columbia Lions vs Bucknell Bison?
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Is the total dropping for Columbia Lions vs Bucknell Bison?
Current totals signal: Total Steady.
Is the total rising for Columbia Lions vs Bucknell Bison?
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Columbia's edge starts with scoring margin at +23.0 per game, while Bucknell sits at -27.7. Connor Igoe at 9.0 rebounds gives Columbia the top rebounder on the floor, which should create second chances and help it build margin against a 5.5-point number.
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