Quinnipiac Bobcats vs
Sacred Heart PioneersPredictions & Preview

Quinnipiac vs. Sacred Heart Preview: Bobcats Favored in Highly Anticipated Rematch at Pitt Center

The second Quinnipiac vs. Sacred Heart prediction of the season is previewed in this article. The Bobcats won the first meeting in December, but Friday night's game will take place at the William H. Pitt Center. Despite Quinnipiac being the betting favorite at -3, the line has not moved. Stay tuned for the outcome of this matchup and other weekend predictions.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Bobcats -150 | Pioneers +125
• Spread: Bobcats -3 (-110) | Pioneers +3 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 157.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Quinnipiac will win straight-up is 60%.

Quinnipiac vs Sacred Heart Stats

Quinnipiac Bobcats

The Quinnipiac Bobcats (10-3 MAAC) have recently dropped two of their last three games after a six-game winning streak, putting them one game behind Merrimack for the conference lead. In order to regain ground, the team must focus on tightening up their defense, as they have allowed over 70 points in their last three games, with opponents shooting 34.8% from beyond the arc. On offense, the Bobcats average 73.0 points per game, with their leading scorer being Amarri Monroe at 17.5 points per game. They have scored at least 75 points in their last seven games, shooting 42.0% from the field and 75.4% from the free-throw line. The Bobcats are currently ranked 138 in power rankings and 194th in NET rankings. In terms of offensive and defensive stats, Quinnipiac ranks 215th in offense, 116th in defense, and has a 14-9 record for the season. Their shooting percentages and rebounding stats are summarized, with room for improvement in three-point shooting. The Bobcats will need to focus on both ends of the floor to bounce back from their recent slump and maintain their position in the conference standings.

Sacred Heart Pioneers Analysis

The Sacred Heart Pioneers are currently on a five-game winning streak, with an offense averaging 83.8 points per game. They have improved their scoring output significantly since their last matchup with the Bobcats in December. However, their defense still allows an average of 75.6 points per game. The Pioneers are showing strong shooting percentages, grabbing offensive rebounds, and forcing turnovers on defense. They will face the Bobcats again on Friday, looking for revenge from their December loss. Despite their recent success, Sacred Heart is ranked 271st in KenPom's ratings and 254th in NET rankings. In terms of offensive and defensive rankings, the Pioneers are #125 for offense and #294 for defense. The team has solid shooting percentages and rebounding numbers, but their defense struggles to defend against three-pointers. The upcoming matchup against the Bobcats will be an important test for the Pioneers as they continue their winning streak.

Sacred Heart Basketball Dominating with Strong Performance and Improved Skills

The Pioneers currently hold a 5-0 record, with a 4-1-0 ATS during this winning streak. In 2025, Sacred Heart has shown strong performance with a 7-3-0 ATS record. Conversely, the visiting Bobcats have struggled with a 1-4-0 ATS record in their past five games. Sacred Heart has demonstrated improved basketball skills recently, particularly evident in their red-hot offense averaging 83.8 points per game in the last five games. They are likely to exploit the weak Quinnipiac defense. Additionally, the Pioneers are expected to perform better defensively, as the Bobcats have only managed a 39.4% shooting rate on the road. Therefore, it is anticipated that Sacred Heart will exceed the spread, if not secure a victory on Friday night.

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