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Game time: February 18, 2024 at 2:00 PM ET

Venue: M&T Bank Arena — Hamden, CT

Article updated Feb 18, 6:15 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Niagara Purple Eagles will face the Quinnipiac Bobcats at the M&T Bank Arena in Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference action on Sunday afternoon. The Purple Eagles have a

Game outlook

The Niagara Purple Eagles will face the Quinnipiac Bobcats at the M&T Bank Arena in Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference action on Sunday afternoon. The Purple Eagles have a record of 13-11 (9-5 MAAC), coming off a close 65-63 road win against Fairfield. The Bobcats, with a record of 19-5 (11-2), are looking to bounce back from a 96-79 road loss to Mount St. Mary's. Quinnipiac is favored to win, with the opening line at -7 and the current line at -6.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Purple Eagles +211 | Bobcats -260

Spread: Purple Eagles +6 (-110) | Bobcats -6 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 151 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Quinnipiac will win straight-up is 72%.

Niagara Purple Eagles

The Niagara Purple Eagles recently secured a 65-63 road victory against the Fairfield Stags, with freshman guard Ahmad Henderson II contributing 15 points in 29 minutes of play. The team showcased strong offensive performance, shooting 52.0% from the floor and 25.0% from beyond the arc. Defensively, they limited Fairfield to 36.4% shooting overall. Overall, the Purple Eagles are averaging 74.7 points per game and have a 47.9% field goal percentage. Currently, the team has a power ranking of 183 and a record of 13-11 (15-8 ATS) this season. With no injuries reported, Niagara looks to continue their success on the court. For reliable NCAAB predictions, visit our site.

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Quinnipiac Bobcats Analysis

The Quinnipiac Bobcats recently suffered a 96-79 road loss against the Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers, giving up 52 points in the second half. Despite a strong shooting performance, with a 38.0% field goal rate and 39.3% from beyond the arc, the Bobcats struggled defensively. Senior guard Matt Balanc stood out with 19 points, four rebounds, and two steals. The team's season averages include scoring 78.8 points per game and allowing 72.2 points per game. The Bobcats have a power ranking of 128 and are ranked #67 for offense and #191 for defense. Their shooting percentages are 44.81% from the field, 78.34% from the free-throw line, and 34.93% from three-point range. Defensively, they allow 42.27% field goals, 68.11% free throws, and 32.68% from three-point range. They average 37.46 rebounds, 13.75 offensive assists, and 13.75 defensive assists per game. The team has an overall record of 19-5 and is ranked 14-8-1 against the spread. In terms of injuries, there are none reported for Quinnipiac at this time.

Bobcats' Dominant Offense Gives Them Edge Over Purple Eagles in Latest Matchup

In recent offensive performances, there is a significant disparity between the Purple Eagles and the Bobcats. The Purple Eagles have been averaging 68.3 points in their last four games, whereas the Bobcats have been scoring an average of 83.7 points in their previous three games. The ability to effectively defend shots has proven to be crucial throughout the season, with Niagara ranking 339th in the nation with a 47.5 field goal percentage, compared to Quinnipiac's 121st rank with an opposing field goal percentage of 43.0. Therefore, it is recommended to consider the Quinnipiac Bobcats as a favorable choice to cover the spread in their home court advantage.

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Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Niagara Purple Eagles+250 → +288Moved
  • Moneyline · Quinnipiac Bobcats-325 → -360Moved
  • Spread · Niagara Purple Eagles+7 (-110) → +8 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Quinnipiac Bobcats-7 (-110) → -8 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over150 (-110) → 152 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under150 (-110) → 152 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Niagara Purple Eagles
8-22 matchup record · 7-3-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Quinnipiac Bobcats
19-13 matchup record · 8-2-0 ATS · 4-6-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-02-18T11:15:45.807Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Niagara Purple Eagles recently secured a 65-63 road victory against the Fairfield Stags, with freshman guard Ahmad Henderson II contributing 15 points in 29 minutes of play. The team showcased strong offensive performance, shooting 52.0% from the floor and 25.0% from beyond the arc. Defensively, they limited Fairfield to 36.4% shooting overall. Overall, the Purple Eagles are averaging 74.7 points per game and have a 47.9% field goal percentage. Currently, the team has a power ranking of 183 and a record of 13-11 (15-8 ATS) this season. With no injuries reported, Niagara looks to continue their success on the court. For reliable NCAAB predictions, visit our site.

The Quinnipiac Bobcats recently suffered a 96-79 road loss against the Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers, giving up 52 points in the second half. Despite a strong shooting performance, with a 38.0% field goal rate and 39.3% from beyond the arc, the Bobcats struggled defensively. Senior guard Matt Balanc stood out with 19 points, four rebounds, and two steals. The team's season averages include scoring 78.8 points per game and allowing 72.2 points per game. The Bobcats have a power ranking of 128 and are ranked #67 for offense and #191 for defense. Their shooting percentages are 44.81% from the field, 78.34% from the free-throw line, and 34.93% from three-point range. Defensively, they allow 42.27% field goals, 68.11% free throws, and 32.68% from three-point range. They average 37.46 rebounds, 13.75 offensive assists, and 13.75 defensive assists per game. The team has an overall record of 19-5 and is ranked 14-8-1 against the spread. In terms of injuries, there are none reported for Quinnipiac at this time.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2023-12-03Quinnipiac Bobcats 75 · Niagara Purple Eagles 68
  • 2023-02-10Quinnipiac Bobcats 73 · Niagara Purple Eagles 79
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Niagara Purple Eagles defeated Quinnipiac Bobcats 80-66

Niagara Purple Eagles defeated Quinnipiac Bobcats 80-66 on February 18, 2024, a 14-point decision in the series. Niagara Purple Eagles' strongest period was the 2nd half, when it outscored its opponent 43-29. Against SportsJaw's recorded Niagara Purple Eagles +8 (-110) spread, Niagara Purple Eagles covered, while the 146 combined points finished under the recorded total of 152.

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Tipster picks

  • JamescashiolaTotal · Under 151 (-110)Win
  • JoeThomasSpread · Niagara Purple Eagles +6 (-110)Win
  • UncledavidSpread · Niagara Purple Eagles +6 (-110)Win
  • StevehSpread · Quinnipiac Bobcats -6 (-110)Loss
  • 1118240754Total · Under 151 (-110)Win
  • GustavosintoSpread · Niagara Purple Eagles +6 (-110)Win
  • Roderick806Spread · Niagara Purple Eagles +6 (-110)Win
  • CoversSpread · Quinnipiac Bobcats -6 (-110)Loss
  • OddssharkTotal · Over 151 (-110)Loss
  • 1707662905Spread · Quinnipiac Bobcats -6 (-110)Loss
  • MauriceJonesTotal · Over 151 (-110)Loss