Fairfield Stags Favored by 9 Points Against Canisius Golden Griffins in MAAC Action

Game outlook

The Canisius Golden Griffins will face off against the Fairfield Stags at the Leo D. Mahoney Arena in Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference action. The Golden Griffins have a record of 12-16 overall and 7-11 in the MAAC, while the Stags hold a record of 18-11 overall and 12-6 in the conference. Canisius is coming off a 65-61 home loss to Rider, while Fairfield is coming off a 58-55 road loss to Marist. Fairfield has opened as the betting favorite at -8.5, with the current line at Fairfield -9.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Golden Griffins +315 | Stags -420

Spread: Golden Griffins +9 (-110) | Stags -9 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 145.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Fairfield will win straight-up is 81%.

Canisius Golden Griffins

Canisius Golden Griffins recently suffered a 65-61 home loss against the Rider Broncs, despite a strong offensive performance. Junior guard TJ Gadsden led the team with 16 points, seven rebounds, and solid defensive stats. The defense struggled, allowing the Broncs to shoot well from the field and the free-throw line. Offensively, the Golden Griffins average 71.0 points per game and shoot 44.2% from the field. Defensively, they allow 72.4 points per game. Canisius is currently ranked 255 in offense, 199 in defense, and has a 11-15 record this season. They shoot 44.24% from the field, 34.84% from three-point range, and average 36.78 rebounds per game. Defensively, they allow 44.88% of field goals and 33.08% of three-pointers. No injuries are reported for Canisius at this time.