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Manhattan looks to improve conference standing against Fairfield in Sunday matchup

Manhattan (12-10, 7-6 MAAC) will be facing Fairfield (9-16, 5-9 MAAC) on Sunday afternoon in an effort to improve their standing in the conference. The Jaspers are coming off a win against Merrimack, while the Stags suffered a loss to Saint Peter's. Fairfield has a slightly better record in recent games against Manhattan, winning the first meeting of the season. Manhattan is favored to win with a -2.5 opening line that has remained unchanged. Stay tuned to see which team comes out on top in this Manhattan vs. Fairfield matchup.

Betting Odds

• Moneyline: Jaspers -152 | Stags +127
• Spread: Jaspers -2.5 (-110) | Stags +2.5 (-110)
• Total: Over/Under 146.5 (-110)
• Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Manhattan will win straight-up is 60%.

Manhattan vs Fairfield Stats

Manhattan Jaspers

The Manhattan Jaspers bounced back from a recent loss with wins over Saint Peter's and Merrimack, and will aim to continue their momentum in their upcoming game on Sunday. Offensively, they average 76.1 points per game and shot 49.2 percent from the field and 38.5 percent from three-point range in their last game. Will Sydnor, Wesley Robinson, and Masiah Gilyard led the team in scoring and rebounding. Defensively, the Jaspers have struggled, allowing 75.9 points per game, and will need to improve on that end to secure a win. With a power ranking of 111, the Jaspers are ranked 133 in offense and 297 in defense, with a record of 12-10 this season. Offensively, they excel in free throw shooting but can improve in field goal percentage and three-point shooting. Defensively, they need to focus on limiting their opponents' shooting percentages and improving their rebounding.

Fairfield Stags Analysis

The Fairfield Stags are looking to bounce back after recent losses to Sacred Heart and Saint Peter's. They will aim for a series sweep in their upcoming game on Sunday. Despite averaging 67.6 points per game, they only scored 52 points in their last game, with struggles in field goal and three-pointer percentages. Kyle Jenkins led the team with 12 points, followed by Braden Sparks and Jamie Bergens with 11 points each. Defensively, Fairfield has been giving up an average of 73.5 points per game. In terms of their power ranking, the Stags are currently at 287 and are ranked 316th for offense and 246th for defense. They have a record of 9-16 overall. Fairifeld's offensive statistics show they have room for improvement in their field goal and three-point percentages, while defensively they need to tighten up in allowing field goals and three-pointers. The Stags will need a solid defensive effort if they want to secure a victory in their next game.

Fairfield's Strong Home Performance Gives Them Competitive Advantage Over Manhattan in Upcoming Game

Fairfield has a competitive advantage over Manhattan in their upcoming game due to their strong performance during home games. The Stags have demonstrated proficiency in shooting with a 40 percent success rate, as well as in free throw accuracy with over 74 percent made. Additionally, Fairfield excels in rebounding, securing more than 10 offensive rebounds per game at home, leading to increased scoring opportunities. Their strategic ball control further diminishes the likelihood of easy scoring opportunities for their opponents. Conversely, Manhattan struggles defensively, allowing more than 76 points per away game. Given these factors, it is likely that Manhattan will face challenges in containing Fairfield's offensive momentum. Therefore, betting on Fairfield to cover the spread appears to be the judicious choice.

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