| MATCHUP | Chicago State Cougers | Wagner Seahawks |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 7-23 | 12-16 |
| Spread | +4.5 -105 | -4.5 -115 |
| Moneyline | +190 | -230 |
| Total | Over 136.5 (-108) | Under 136.5 (-112) |
| Where | Spiro Sports Center, Staten Island, NY | |
| When | Saturday, February 28, 2026 | |
| Time | 01:00 PM EST | |
| TV | NEC Front Row | |
Wagner Seahawks Preview
The Wagner Seahawks have a 12-16 overall record and a 7-10 record in the NEC. They are coming off a 65-62 home win against New Haven and their previous three games were a 65-56 road win against Saint Francis (PA), an 83-80 road win against Mercyhurst and an 83-65 road loss against Long Island University.
Offensively, Wagner averages 71.6 points per game, while allowing 72.7 points per game defensively. The Seahawks shoot with 44% from the field and grab 37.3 rebounds per game, while dishing out 12.6 assists per game. They average 2.5 blocks per game and 5.6 steals per game defensively.
Nick Jones leads Wagner in scoring, with an average of 14.4 points per game, while shooting with 41% from the field and 80.9% from the free throw line. Binael Basil is the team’s leading rebounder with 5.9 per game. Jaden Baker leads the team in assists with 3.2 per game.
Chicago State Cougars Preview
The Chicago State Cougars have a 7-23 overall record and a 5-12 record in the NEC. They are coming off a 73-56 road loss against Long Island University and their previous three games were a 70-51 home win against Central Connecticut State, a 60-59 home loss against FDU and an 81-63 road loss against Le Moyne.
Offensively, Chicago State averages 65.6 points per game, while allowing 75.8 points per game defensively. The Cougars shoot with 40% from the field and grab 31.4 rebounds per game, while dishing out 11.7 assists per game. They average 1.2 blocks per game and 8.2 steals per game defensively.
CJ Ray leads Chicago State in scoring, with an average of 13.6 points per game, while shooting with 42.2% from the field and 84% from the free throw line, adding a team-high 3.1 assists. Braelon Bush is the team’s leading rebounder with 4.8 per game.
Chicago State Cougars @ Wagner Seahawks Betting Trends: February 28, 2026
Why the Wagner Seahawks will win
- Chicago State has lost 15 of its last 16 road games against Conference opponents.
- The home team has won five of Chicago State’s last six games.
- Chicago State has lost the first half in 17 of its last 20 road games.
Why the Chicago State Cougars will win
- Chicago State has won four of its last five day games.
- Chicago State has won the first half in six of its last seven day games.
Total Points Facts
- Fifteen of Wagner’s last 18 home day games against Conference opponents have produced a total of 134 or fewer points.
- Four of Chicago State’s last five games have produced a total of 129 or fewer points.
Matchup/League Facts
- Chicago State ranks 365th among Division 1 teams for blocks per game this season (1.2).
- Chicago State ranks 364th among Division 1 teams for opponent assists per game this season (18.6).
Chicago State vs Wagner Prediction
In this Chicago State vs Wagner Prediction, Wagner is coming as -5 home favorites. Wagner has been the better team this season and are 4-1 both straight up and against the spread in their last 5 games, while on the other hand, Chicago State is 1-3 in its last 4 games, while being inferior both on the offensive and the defensive end. They have a bottom-20 offense in the entire nation and a -10.2 point differential, so I expect the hosts to win this one comfortably. Take Wagner and lay the points.