Saint Peters Peacocks vs
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Saint Peter's Peacocks Favored to Continue Winning Streak Against Canisius Golden Griffins

The Saint Peter's Peacocks (5-7, 0-4 MAAC) are set to take on the Canisius Golden Griffins (1-14, 1-3 MAAC) in a Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference game at the Koessler Athletics Center. St. Peter's is looking to bounce back from a recent loss to Niagara and improve their Maac record, while Canisius is coming off a much-needed win against Rider. Despite the Golden Griffins snapping a 14-game losing streak, Saint Peter's is favored by 6 points in this matchup. Both teams are injury-free heading into the game.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Peacocks -250 | Golden Griffins +200
• Spread: Peacocks -6 (-110) | Golden Griffins +6 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 134 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Saint Peters will win straight-up is 71%.

Saint Peters vs Canisius Stats

Saint Peters Peacocks

In summary, the St. Peter's Peacocks have a strong defense, allowing an average of 66.3 points per game and holding opponents to 41.1% shooting overall. Offensively, they score an average of 68.8 points per game and shoot 41.6% from the field. Marcus Randolph leads in scoring with 14.1 points per game, while Armoni Zeigler follows with 11.7 points per game. The team averages 36.8 rebounds per game and has a power ranking of 173. In terms of shooting percentages, they rank 75th in three-point shooting at 36.2% and 321st in field goal shooting at 41.6%. Additionally, the team has a record of 5-7 this season and is ranked 306th in offense and 53rd in defense.

Canisius Golden Griffins Analysis

The Canisius Golden Griffins have struggled this season, ranking poorly in both offensive and defensive statistics. They score an average of 64.5 points per game while allowing an average of 80.9 points per game, making them 350th and 345th in the nation, respectively. Their field goal percentage is 42.7% and they shoot 35.5% from three-point range, ranking 291st and 98th, respectively. On defense, they hold opponents to a field goal percentage of 49.8% and a 3-point percentage of 35.3%. Paul McMillan IV leads the team in scoring with an average of 20.4 points per game. Canisius has a power ranking of 354 and is 1-14 overall. They have struggled on both ends of the court, ranking poorly in various statistical categories.

Canisius Breaks Losing Streak, Faces Tough Matchup Against St. Peter's

Canisius secured its first victory of the regular season last Friday, following a string of 14 consecutive losses. However, the team is expected to resume its losing streak this Sunday when they face St. Peter's at home. Canisius has struggled defensively, allowing an average of 80.9 points per game on 49.8% shooting overall and 35.3% shooting from beyond the arc, ranking 295th or lower in the nation for these categories. In comparison, St. Peter's has a strong defensive record, holding opponents to an average of 66.3 points per game on 41.1% shooting overall and 28.7% shooting from three-point range. With St. Peter's ranking 80th in field goal percentage allowed and 23rd in 3-point shooting percentage, their defense is expected to dominate and lead them to victory over Canisius.

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