Delaware at Bucknell Picks and Predictions for Monday, November 3, 2025

By: David Anicetti Published 11/02/2025, 10:27 PM ET

The college basketball season tips off in Lewisburg as Bucknell hosts Delaware at Sojka Pavilion. Both programs open 2025–26 with veteran coaches and retooled lineups. The Bison look to build on a Patriot League co-title under John Griffin III, while Martin Inglesby’s Blue Hens enter his tenth season seeking a stronger showing in the Coastal Athletic Association. Score with a swish and win with our college basketball picks.

Game Information for Delaware vs Bucknell

Location: Sojka Pavilion, Lewisburg, PA

Time: 6:00 p.m. ET

Coverage: ESPN+

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Delaware Preview

Head coach Martin Inglesby begins his tenth season at Delaware with a roster that blends familiar names and fresh contributors. The Blue Hens bring back several guards. The group’s strength lies in its perimeter depth, as Inglesby’s system relies heavily on spacing and ball movement to generate clean looks from outside.

After finishing 12th in the CAA last year, Delaware’s challenge is reestablishing defensive consistency for two halves and offensive strength against better-talented competition. The program enters this season with three nationally televised games and a non conference schedule designed to test its depth early. Against Bucknell, Delaware’s guard-heavy approach will need to push tempo and create mismatches to offset the Bison’s size and half-court defense.

Bucknell Preview

The Bison enter 2025–26 with optimism under third-year coach John Griffin III. After sharing the Patriot League regular-season title last year, Bucknell returns its core led by senior guard Achile Spadone, sophomore Jayden Williams, and junior forward Patrick O’Brien. The frontcourt gains size with 6-foot-10 transfer Grgur Brcic from Toledo and freshman Amon Dorries from Germany, giving Bucknell a balanced mix of experience and potential.

Griffin’s team prides itself on defense and fluid offense built around unselfish ball movement. The new additions, including Fordham transfer Aleksander Pachucki, provide more spacing and versatility on the perimeter. Bucknell’s preseason focus on transition and perimeter defense fits well against Delaware’s up-tempo attack. Oddsmakers list the Bison as slight home favorites, making for a competitive opener where execution and shot selection will determine the outcome.

Delaware at Bucknell Prediction

Bucknell holds the advantage in size, defense, and team chemistry with many players returning. Delaware’s guards are capable of creating offense, but Bucknell’s discipline on both ends will dictate pace and limit open looks. Expect the Bison to control the boards and close out the game with steady execution down the stretch. Final Score Prediction: Bucknell Bison win and cover ATS, 74–66.

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