Boston Terriers vs Navy Midshipmen Picks and Predictions December 31st 2025

Boston Terriers vs Navy Midshipmen Picks and Predictions – December 31, 2025

Navy returns home to Annapolis to host Boston University in a Patriot League clash at Alumni Hall. Tipoff is scheduled for 1:00 PM ET on Wednesday, December 31, 2025. The Midshipmen are 7–5 overall and look to build momentum after back-to-back close wins. Boston comes in at 5–8 and has lost three straight, but they’ve been more competitive than their record suggests.

Navy opened as a 5.5-point favorite (-106), while Boston is getting +5.5 (-119). The Terriers are priced at +173 on the moneyline, with Navy set at -222. The total sits at 137.5 — a number that reflects the slower tempo and physical style of both teams.

Boston Terriers vs Navy Midshipmen Odds

Here are the current betting lines. Always keep an eye on the latest college basketball odds for any last-minute movement or steam on either side.

Team	Moneyline	Spread	Total
Boston	+173	+5.5 (-119)	O 137.5 (-110)
Navy	-222	-5.5 (-106)	U 137.5 (-110)

Boston Terriers Betting Form

Boston has been struggling to put full games together. They’ve lost three straight, with inconsistent second-half execution and offensive droughts proving costly. The Terriers play at a below-average pace and rely heavily on jump shooting — which makes them vulnerable when they go cold. They don’t turn the ball over much, but they don’t get to the free-throw line either.

Defensively, Boston is fairly solid. They guard the arc well and rotate effectively, but they struggle on the defensive glass and give up too many second-chance points. That could be an issue against Navy’s size and physicality around the rim.

Check out the Boston stats and results for more team trends, and keep tabs on the Boston injury report for any late lineup news.

Navy Midshipmen Betting Form

Navy is tough at home — both physically and situationally. They’re disciplined, make you work for every basket, and do a good job protecting leads once they get them. Offensively, Navy runs a structured halfcourt system with post touches and inside-out movement. They rarely beat themselves with turnovers or fouls.

The downside is a lack of explosiveness. Navy doesn’t play fast and doesn’t shoot a ton of threes. When they fall behind, they can struggle to generate quick offense. But against teams like Boston that won’t pressure the ball or push tempo, Navy can grind out possessions and cover spreads slowly.

You can review the full Navy schedule and stats and keep an eye on the Navy injury report for game-day updates.

Boston Terriers vs Navy Midshipmen Matchup Breakdown

This matchup is all about pace, rebounding, and offensive discipline. Both teams want to slow it down, work through sets, and limit turnovers — which could make points come at a premium.

Key matchup insights:
Boston struggles to rebound defensively — Navy could control the paint
Navy doesn’t foul much, but Boston doesn’t get to the line anyway
Terriers are better at defending the three, but Navy doesn’t shoot many
Possession battle favors Navy, especially at home

Unless Boston shoots well above average from midrange or three, they’ll have trouble pulling the upset. But their defense might be enough to hang around within the number.

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Boston Terriers vs Navy Midshipmen Predictions and Best Bets

There’s not much margin in a game like this — but Navy has the edges that matter. They’re at home, they’re more consistent defensively, and they execute better late. Boston might keep it close early, but it’s hard to see them stringing together enough stops or buckets to win.

As for the total, 137.5 feels slightly high for two methodical teams that don’t rely on transition offense or foul-heavy play. Lean to the Under, especially if Navy dictates tempo.

Best Bet: Navy -5.5 (-106)

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