Iona (15-16) vs Manhattan (17-12)
Game Info: Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 6:00 pm (Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall)
Betting Odds: Iona -1.5 -- Over/Under: Click Here for the Latest Odds
Where to Watch: ESPN+
The Manhattan Jaspers and Iona Gaels meet Thursday in the college basketball MAAC Quarterfinal at the Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall. Here’s a Manhattan vs Iona Prediction. This article will include a Manhattan vs Iona Pick.
Manhattan Jaspers Betting Preview
The Manhattan Jaspers recently beat Niagara, Sacred Heart, and Siena. Manhattan has won seven of its last nine games since sitting with a 10-10 record.
The Manhattan Jaspers are averaging 76.4 points on 44.2 percent shooting and allowing 74.4 points on 43.5 percent shooting. Will Sydnor is averaging 14.3 points and 6.8 rebounds, while Devin Dinkins is averaging 13.5 points and 2.5 rebounds. Wesley Robinson is the third double-digit scorer and Masiah Gilyard is grabbing 7.2 rebounds. The Manhattan Jaspers are shooting 35.1 percent from beyond the arc and 76.8 percent from the free throw line. The Manhattan Jaspers are allowing 2.8 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 33.2 rebounds per game.
Iona Gaels Betting Preview
The Iona Gaels recently beat Niagara, Canisius, and Sacred Heart. Iona looks to win four straight games for the first time this season.
The Iona Gaels are averaging 69.7 points on 41.9 percent shooting and allowing 70.8 points on 45.1 percent shooting. Dejour Reaves is averaging 16.7 points and 5.4 rebounds, while Adam Nije is averaging 12.1 points and 2.7 rebounds. James Patterson is grabbing 5.9 rebounds and Yaphet Moundi is grabbing 7.2 rebounds. The Iona Gaels are shooting 32 percent from beyond the arc and 68.1 percent from the free throw line. The Iona Gaels are allowing 33.1 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 32.2 rebounds per game.
Why the Iona Gaels will win
- Iona has won 22 of its last 25 games against Conference opponents at neutral venues.
- Manhattan has lost each of its last five games at Boardwalk Hall.
- Manhattan has lost the first half in three of its last four night games against the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference.
Why the Manhattan Jaspers will win
- Manhattan has won each of its last four games against the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference.
- Iona has lost three of its last four games against non-AP-ranked opponents at a neutral venue.
- Iona has lost the first half in each of its last three night games played at neutral venues.
Total Points Facts
- Each of Iona's last 14 games against Conference opponents at neutral venues has produced a total of 141 or fewer points.
- Nine of Manhattan's last 10 night games at a neutral venue have produced a total of 136 or fewer points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Iona ranks 9th among Division 1 teams for opponent turnovers per game this season (16.0).
- Iona ranks T23rd among Division 1 teams for opponent field goal attempts per game this season (53.9).
Manhattan vs Iona Injury Report
Neither Manhattan nor Iona has a player listed on its injury report.
Manhattan vs Iona Prediction
There’s not much of a gap between Manhattan and Iona, and the home teams won both meetings this season. The difference for me is that Manhattan is 18-10 ATS on the season and the underdog has covered nine of the last 10 meetings between these teams. Manhattan covered all of those games, so this is a spot the Jaspers are used to when playing Iona. While trends aren’t everything, Manhattan has a lot of success at cashing tickets when it plays Iona. Give me the bucket.
Randy’s Pick Manhattan +1.5
AUTHOR: Randy Chambers
