Canisius vs Niagara Prediction 2/12/25 College Basketball Picks

In this article, we will formulate a Canisius vs Niagara prediction for this College Basketball game on Wednesday, February 12th at the Gallagher Center in Niagara Falls, New York. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Canisius Golden Griffins Betting Preview

The Canisius Golden Griffins are 2-21 (2-10) this season after they lost to Merrimack by a score of 69-51 in their last game. Canisius trailed 31-23 at halftime and only scored 28 points in the second half in the loss. The Golden Griffins shot 39.2% from the field, 31.6% on three-pointers, and 41.7% on free throws in the game. Paul McMillan IV led Canisius with 16 points and three rebounds, while Cam Palesse added nine points and four rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that loss, the Golden Griffins lost to Quinnipiac by a score of 89-71 and Niagara by a score of 64-63. Canisius has lost five games in a row and they are currently last in the MAAC standings with a 2-10 record. Canisius has scored 64.0 points per game and they have allowed 78.7 points per game, while also averaging 25.8 rebounds and 11.5 assists per game this season. Paul McMillan IV is averaging 20.1 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 2.9 assists per game, while Tana Kopa is averaging 12.7 points, 3.3 rebounds, and 1.1 steals per game this year. Canisius is shooting 43.1% from the field, 74.8% on free throws, and 36.7% on three-pointers this season.  

Niagara Purple Eagles Betting Preview

The Niagara Purple Eagles are 9-14 (4-8) this year after they defeated Quinnipiac by a score of 76-75 in their last game. Niagara was tied at 37 at halftime and was able to score 39 points in the second half for a close win. The Purple Eagles shot 48.1% from the field, 56.5% on three-pointers, and 78.6% on free throws in the game. Olumide Adelodun led Niagara with 14 points and four rebounds, while Justice Smith added 14 points and two rebounds in the game. 

Prior to that win, the Purple Eagles lost to Merrimack by a score of 64-59 but did beat Canisius by a score of 64-63 before that. Niagara has won two of their last three games and they are currently near the bottom of the MAAC standings with a 4-8 record. Niagara has scored 67.8 points per game and they have allowed 70.3 points per game, while also averaging 31 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 10.1 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game this year. Niagara is shooting 44.9% from the field, 73.3% on free throws, and 35.5% on three-pointers this season.

Why Canisius will beat Niagara

• Niagara has lost four of its last five games against the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference at Gallagher Center.

Canisius vs Niagara Predication 

Canisius comes into this matchup looking to snap this losing streak, but they will be on the road for this game. The Golden Griffins are shooting just 43.1% from the field this year and they have scored 63 points or fewer in three of their last four games. Canisius did play Niagara tough a few games ago, losing by just one point at home. Niagara has also had some trouble in conference play, but they have some momentum, as they have won two of their last three games. The Purple Eagles are shooting 44.9% from the field and they have scored 76+ points in two of their last four games. I do think Niagara has some much-needed momentum, but I can’t count on them to cover this number. Take Canisius and the points here.