Mount Saint Marys Mountaineers vs Niagara Purple Eagles Betting Picks & Predictions
Niagara is currently the betting favorite with an opening line of -3, and there has been no movement in the line since
Game outlook
Niagara is currently the betting favorite with an opening line of -3, and there has been no movement in the line since then.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Mountaineers +120 | Purple Eagles -142
Spread: Mountaineers +3 (-110) | Purple Eagles -3 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 140.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Niagara will win straight-up is 59%.
Mount Saint Marys Mountaineers
Mount Saint Mary's basketball team currently has a power ranking of 265 and has a record of 12-17 for the season. Offensively, they score an average of 72.39 points per game and defensively allow an average of 71.14 points per game. They have a field goal percentage of 46.68%, free throw percentage of 72.83%, and three-point percentage of 33.64%. In terms of rebounds, they average 35.57 per game. Defensively, they allow a field goal percentage of 42.67%, free throw percentage of 76.16%, and three-point percentage of 34.82%. They average 32.54 defensive rebounds per game.
Niagara Purple Eagles Analysis
Niagara Purple Eagles have a power ranking of 183 and are ranked #159 for offense, averaging 74.31 points per game, and #204 for defense, giving up an average of 72.81 points per game. They currently have a 14-13 overall record, with a 16-10 ATS record. In their last three matchups, Mount Saint Marys have gone 2-1 against Niagara. On offense, the Purple Eagles have effective shooting percentages, hitting an average of 47.29% of their field goals, 77.02% of their free throws, and making 37.10% of their three-pointers. However, they struggle with rebounding, averaging 31.15 rebounds per game. They also have 12.46 offensive assists and 11.81 turnovers per game. Defensively, Niagara allows opponents to shoot 46.74% from the field, 68.94% from the free-throw line, and 34.57% from three-point range. They average 31.38 defensive rebounds per game, with 10.96 defensive assists and 11.27 turnovers per game. Overall, the Purple Eagles have a strong offense but struggle with rebounding and defensive efficiency.