Crucify Him. Stoning was the proper Jewish death for blasphemy. Compare John 18:31; John 18:32. Crucifixion was the Roman punishment for treason. Note the addresses of Pilate:
TO THE COUNCIL: Matthew 27:17-20; Matthew 27:21-23; Matthew 27:24; Matthew 27:25
TO THE PEOPLE: Mark 15:8-11; Mark 15:12-14
TO THE PRIESTS (specially). Luke 23:13-19; Luke 23:20; Luke 23:21; Luke 23:22; Luke 23:23.
Then Pilate's final attempt to rescue the Lord. Matthew 27:26; Matthew 15:15.Luke 23:24; Luke 23:25.