Manhattan Jaspers vs Merrimack Predictions January 12, 2025
On Sunday afternoon, MAAC schools Manhattan Jaspers and Merrimack Warriors will face off at Hammel Court in North Andover. Merrimack, the new addition to the conference, is
Game outlook
On Sunday afternoon, MAAC schools Manhattan Jaspers and Merrimack Warriors will face off at Hammel Court in North Andover. Merrimack, the new addition to the conference, is looking to assert its presence. Despite being the underdog, Manhattan Jaspers are not to be underestimated, with a 12-20 record. The betting line favors Merrimack at -8, and with no movement in the line, it will be interesting to see if the Jaspers can give the Warriors a challenging game.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Jaspers +310 | -400
Spread: Jaspers +8 (-110) | -8 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 142 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Merrimack will win straight-up is 80%.
Manhattan Jaspers
The Manhattan Jaspers suffered a 75-66 loss at home on Friday night, highlighting their struggles on defense. Ranked 349th nationally in adjusted defensive efficiency by KenPom, the team allows an average of 78.4 points per game and struggles to force turnovers. Offensively, the Jaspers excel, averaging 76.5 points per game and shooting well from the field and free throw line. With a power ranking of 215, Manhattan is ranked 132 in offense and 331 in defense, with a record of 7-7 for the season. This team will need to improve their defensive performance in order to find success moving forward.
Merrimack Analysis
Merrimack's basketball team has been performing well in the MAAC conference, with a 4-0 record and a strong defense holding opponents to 66.7 points per game. Their defense ranks higher than any other MAAC school, although they do give up a high number of free throw attempts and offensive rebounds. Offensively, they are led by Adam Clark, the conference's second-leading scorer, who averages 20.1 points per game. The team shoots decent percentages from the floor, three-point line, and free throw line. Despite not scoring more than 70 points in their last five games, the Warriors will look to change that in their upcoming game. For those interested in sports wagering, Merrimack currently has a power ranking of 130 and is #350 for offense and #68 for defense, with an overall record of 7-8. Their upcoming opponent, Manhattan, has not fared well in recent matchups against Merrimack.