NCAAB · November 2, 2026 · 8:00 PM ET
BINGHAMTON BEARCATS @ NW
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Matchup Analysis
Binghamton enters with elevated conference expectations
Binghamton was picked third in the America East preseason poll—its highest predicted finish in program history—and received a first-place vote.
SourceQuigley and Lilley anchor the returning core
Binghamton returns starters Jeremiah Quigley and Demetrius Lilley, both identified as America East all-conference players.
SourceLilley’s availability is a major storyline
Demetrius Lilley's 2025-26 season ended with a shoulder injury after he averaged 14.6 points and 9.4 rebounds through 11 games; Binghamton's preview says he is healthy and wants to sustain that production over a full season.
SourceAshe is expected to return to the starting five
Evan Ashe is expected to start after missing all of last season with an injury, giving Binghamton another backcourt option.
SourceNorthwestern’s reshaped roster faces an early test
Northwestern’s preview notes that only three players return and eight incoming transfers join the squad, with Jack Karasinski a potential scorer after averaging 21.7 points per game at Bellarmine.
SourceThe teams have met twice, both times in Evanston
Northwestern leads the series 2-0; Binghamton stayed close for much of the 2023 meeting before losing 72-61.
SourcePick Ideas
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With Binghamton listed around +24.5 to +26.5, the high end offers the better underdog value.
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