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Quinnipiac Bobcats Expected to Dominate Iona Gaels in MAAC Showdown at M&T Bank Arena, Defense Key to Victory

The Iona Gaels are set to face off against the Quinnipiac Bobcats in a Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference game at M&T Bank Arena. Iona is coming off a recent loss to Rider, snapping a three-game winning streak, but they have won six of their last eight games. They currently sit three games behind first place in the MAAC standings. Quinnipiac, on the other hand, defeated Sacred Heart and has won eight of their last 10 games, tying for first in the MAAC. Both teams are at full strength with no players listed on the injury reports. Quinnipiac is the favorite to win with a -7 point spread. Be sure to check out our detailed prediction for this matchup and our top NCAAB picks for the Iona Gaels vs. Quinnipiac Bobcats game. Basketball fans won't want to miss this exciting showdown!

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Gaels +245 | Bobcats -305
• Spread: Gaels +7 (-110) | Bobcats -7 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 149 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Quinnipiac will win straight-up is 75%.

Iona vs Quinnipiac Stats

Iona Gaels

The Iona Gaels have had a challenging season, ranking near the bottom in several key statistical categories. Offensively, they score an average of 68.6 points per game and struggle with shooting efficiency, ranking 343rd in field goal percentage and 322nd in three-point shooting. Defensively, they allow an average of 71.1 points per game and are ranked 298th in field goal shooting allowed.

Dejour Reaves leads the team in scoring with an average of 16.4 points per game, followed by Adam Njie with 11.8 points per game. Njie also leads in assists with 4.0 per game, while Yaphet Moundi averages 6.8 rebounds per game. The team has a power ranking of 81 and a record of 11-14 this season.

Defensively, the Gaels struggle with allowing opponents to shoot efficiently, ranking 302nd in field goal percentage allowed and 212th in three-point shooting allowed. They average 36.67 rebounds per game and have a high turnover rate. Overall, the Gaels have faced challenges on both ends of the court this season.

Quinnipiac Bobcats Analysis

The Quinnipiac Bobcats have a power ranking of 138 and are 212th for offense, scoring an average of 73.22 points per game, and 128th for defense, giving up an average of 69.87 points per game. Overall, they have a record of 15-9 (10-13 ATS). The team struggles in field goal shooting, ranking 311th at 42.34%, and three-point shooting, ranking last at 29.5%. They excel in free throw shooting, ranking 59th at 75.57%. Quinnipiac averages 38.04 rebounds per game, ranking 56th, and has a positive assist-to-turnover ratio. On defense, Quinnipiac allows opponents to shoot 41.31% from the field, 34.75% from three-point range, and grabs 33.09 defensive rebounds per game. Notable players include Amarri Monroe, who leads the team in scoring with an average of 17.7 points per game, and Paul Otieno, who averages 13.4 points and 8.8 rebounds per game. Savion Lewis leads in assists with 6.1 per game, while Monroe leads in steals with 2.6 per game, and Otieno leads in blocked shots with 1.9 per game. In their last three matchups against Iona, Quinnipiac went 0-3 (1-2 ATS).

Quinnipiac Expected to Dominate Iona in Sunday Match-up Thanks to Strong Defense

In the previous match-up this season, Quinnipiac emerged victorious with a narrow 63-62 win over Iona, however, the team did not cover the 2-point spread as road favorites. The upcoming game on Sunday will take place at Quinnipiac's home court where they are expected to not only win but also cover the spread. Quinnipiac's defense has been a standout feature this season, allowing only 71.1 points per game on 41.5% shooting. This formidable defense is likely to pose a significant challenge to Iona, whose offense has struggled, averaging just 68.6 points per game on 41.0% shooting. With Iona ranking poorly in scoring, field goal shooting, and three-point shooting, Quinnipiac's defensive stronghold is anticipated to be a deciding factor in the outcome of the game. Despite their own shooting inefficiencies, Quinnipiac's defensive prowess sets them apart and positions them as the favored team in this match-up.

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