Niagara (10-14) vs Mt. St. Mary's (13-10)
Game Info: Friday, February 14, 2025 at 6:30 pm (Gallagher Center)
Betting Odds: Niagara -2 -- Over/Under: 136 Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: ESPN+
In this article, we will formulate a Mount St. Mary’s vs Niagara prediction for this College Basketball game on Friday, February 14th at the Gallagher Center in Niagara Falls, New York. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.
Mount St. Mary’s Mountaineers Betting Preview
The Mount St. Mary’s Mountaineers are 13-10 (6-6) this season after they lost to Iona in overtime by a score of 70-67 in their last game. Mount St. Mary’s trailed 30-26 at halftime, but they scored 35 points in the second half, before losing in overtime. The Mountaineers shot 47.3% from the field, 20% on three-pointers, and 62.5% on free throws in the game. Jedy Cordilia led Mount St. Mary’s with 21 points and 12 rebounds, while Dallas Hobbs added 15 points and three rebounds in the game.
Prior to that loss, the Mountaineers defeated St. Peter’s by a score of 79-64 and Merrimack by a score of 66-58. Mount St. Mary’s has lost five of their last seven games and they are currently tied for sixth in the MAAC standings with a 6-6 record. Mount St. Mary’s has scored 70.7 points per game and they have allowed 71.9 points per game, while also averaging 37 rebounds and 15.2 assists per game this season. Dola Adebayo is averaging 13.0 points, 6.1 rebounds, and 1.1 blocks per game, while Dallas Hobbs is averaging 12.2 points, 3.6 rebounds, and 3.1 assists per game this year. Mount St. Mary’s is shooting 43.6% from the field, 73.1% on free throws, and 32.7% on three-pointers this season.
Niagara Purple Eagles Betting Preview
The Niagara Purple Eagles are 10-14 (5-8) this year after they defeated Canisius by a score of 71-60 in their last game. Niagara led 36-31 at halftime and held Canisius to just 29 points in the second half in the win. The Purple Eagles shot 47.1% from the field, 13.6% on three-pointers, and 87% on free throws in the game. Josiah Davis led Niagara with 24 points and four rebounds, while Jhaylon Martinez added 13 points and four rebounds in the game.
Prior to that win, the Purple Eagles defeated Quinnipiac by a score of 76-75 but did lose to Merrimack by a score of 64-59 before that. Niagara has won three of their last four games and they are currently tied for ninth in the MAAC standings with a 5-8 record. Niagara has scored 68.0 points per game and they have allowed 69.9 points per game, while also averaging 31.0 rebounds and 12.7 assists per game this season. Jaeden Marshall is averaging 10.2 points, 3.2 rebounds, and 1.1 assists per game, while Justice Smith is averaging 9.8 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 2.2 assists per game this year. Niagara is shooting 44.9% from the field, 74.1% on free throws, and 34.6% on three-pointers this season.
Why Mount St. Mary's will beat Niagara
- Niagara has lost seven of its last eight games at Gallagher Center following a home win.
- The road team has won five of Mount St. Mary's' last six games.
Mount St. Mary’s vs Niagara Prediction
These two teams come into this matchup near each other in the MAAC standings, but Niagara will have the home-court advantage. The Purple Eagles have some much-needed momentum and they are shooting 44.9% from the field, but they are only averaging 31.0 rebounds per game. Mount St. Mary’s is shooting 43.6% from the field this year and their defense has been much better over the last three games. I think this game could go either way, so I will take the points with Mount St. Mary’s on the road.
David’s Pick Mount St. Mary's +2
AUTHOR: David Racey
