The Lehigh Mountain Hawks will play against the Prairie View A&M Panthers in the NCAA Men’s Division I Basketball Tournament. This game is part of the First Four in the South Region. It will take place at UD Arena in Dayton, Ohio, on Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at 6:40 PM ET.
Lehigh comes into this game with an overall record of 18-16. They finished their conference play in the Patriot League with a 14-7 record. Recently, they won their last three games against Boston, Colgate, and Holy Cross. In the game against Boston, Lehigh won by 14 points, with Nasir Whitlock scoring 18 points.
Prairie View A&M has an overall record of 18-17. They ended their conference play in the Southwestern Athletic Conference with a 13-9 record. The Panthers also won their last three games against Southern, Alabama A&M, and Bethune-Cookman. In their win over Alabama A&M, Dontae Horne scored 25 points.
Prairie View A&M Preview
The Prairie View A&M Panthers are part of the Southwestern Athletic Conference. In the 2026 regular season, they had an overall record of 18-17. Their conference record was 13-9, showing they performed better in conference games.
In recent games, the Panthers won against the Southern Jaguars with a score of 72-66. Dontae Horne scored 15 points, while Lance Williams added 18 points. Cory Wells also contributed with 16 points in that game.
Another recent victory was against the Alabama A&M Bulldogs, where the Panthers won 74-55. Dontae Horne was a key player with 25 points. Cory Wells and Corey Dunning also played well, with Wells scoring 17 points and Dunning grabbing 10 rebounds.
For the season, the Panthers averaged 78.9 points per game. They had a field goal percentage of 44.3 and made 19.5 free throws per game. Dontae Horne was a standout player, averaging 20.2 points and 4.5 rebounds per game.
Lehigh Preview
The Lehigh Mountain Hawks play in the Patriot League. In the 2026 regular season, they had an overall record of 18-16. Their conference record was 14-7, showing strong performance within their league.
In recent games, the Mountain Hawks won against the Boston Terriers with a score of 74-60. Hank Alvey scored 14 points and had 9 rebounds. Nasir Whitlock added 18 points and 4 assists.
Against Colgate Raiders, they won 76-69. Hank Alvey scored 30 points and Nasir Whitlock had 22 points with 10 assists. Joshua Ingram contributed with 11 points and 6 rebounds.
Lehigh’s team stats show they score 73.2 points per game. They have a field goal percentage of 46.4%. On defense, they average 6.7 steals per game and 3.3 blocks per game.
Statistical Breakdown for Prairie View A&M vs Lehigh
The game between the Prairie View A&M Panthers and the Lehigh Mountain Hawks could be shaped by several key stats. The Panthers score more points per game and have a higher free throw percentage. They also attempt more field goals, which could give them an edge in scoring opportunities. On the other hand, the Mountain Hawks have a better field goal percentage and are stronger in three-point shooting. Their defense also averages more steals and blocks per game, which could disrupt the Panthers’ offense.
- Prairie View A&M Panthers Points Per Game: 78.9
- Lehigh Mountain Hawks Points Per Game: 73.2
- Prairie View A&M Field Goal Attempts Per Game: 60.1
- Lehigh Field Goal Percentage: 46.4%
- Prairie View A&M Free Throw Percentage: 75.3%
- Lehigh 3PT Percentage: 35.9%
- Prairie View A&M Steals Per Game: 7.9
- Lehigh Blocks Per Game: 3.3
Betting Insights
As the Lehigh Mountain Hawks prepare to take on the Prairie View A&M Panthers, bettors have plenty to consider from last season’s trends. Lehigh showed mixed results against the spread, while Prairie View A&M struggled both straight up and against the spread. Here are the top betting trends to keep in mind for this game.
- Lehigh has gone over the total in their last 3 games (100.0%).
- Lehigh is 9-8 against the spread as an underdog (52.9%).
- Prairie View A&M is 1-23 straight up as an underdog (4.2%).
- Lehigh is 4-1 on the over/under in their last 5 games (80.0%).
- Prairie View A&M is 3-7 against the spread in their last 10 games (30.0%).
Free Betting Prediction for Prairie View A&M vs Lehigh
The Prairie View A&M Panthers have shown strong scoring ability, averaging 78.9 points per game. Dontae Horne is a key player, often leading the team in points. Their recent wins against Southern Jaguars and Alabama A&M Bulldogs highlight their offensive skills. However, they have struggled as underdogs, with a 1-23 record straight up in such situations.
The Lehigh Mountain Hawks have a solid defense, averaging 6.7 steals and 3.3 blocks per game. They also have a better field goal percentage than the Panthers. Recent wins against Boston Terriers and Colgate Raiders show their ability to perform well in close games. As favorites, they have a good chance to control the game.
Considering the stats and recent performances, Lehigh’s defense might give them an edge. Prairie View A&M’s struggles as underdogs could continue. The game might be close, but Lehigh’s defensive strength and better shooting percentage could lead them to win.
- Our Free Prediction: Lehigh -3.5
