Davidson vs St. Joseph’s Prediction 1/3/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks
Chris Ruffolo
Dec 11, 2025; Syracuse, New York, USA; Saint Joseph's Hawks guard Deuce Jones (2) shoots against the Syracuse Orange during the first half at the JMA Wireless Dome. Mandatory Credit: Rich Barnes-Imagn Images
MATCHUP
Davidson Wildcats
St. Joseph's Hawks
Team Records
9-5
8-7
Where
Michael J. Hagan '85 Arena, Philadelphia, PA
When
Saturday, January 3, 2026
Time
06:00 PM EST
TV
CBSSN
The Davidson Wildcats and the Saint Joseph’s Hawks meet Saturday in college basketball action from the Michael J. Hagan ’85 Arena. We will look at this from a betting perspective and determine the best bets for this game. Here’s a Davidson Wildcats vs. Saint Joseph’s Hawks prediction.
Davidson Wildcats Recap
The Davidson Wildcats come into this game looking to rebound from an 89-83 double OT loss at the hands of Duquesne last time out to sit at 8-5 this season. After this game, Davidson will head on the road for a game against Loyola Chicago.
Wildcats Drop 3rd Straight
Roberts Blums leads the Wildcats in scoring with 10.5 PPG with 2.8 RPG as the lone double-digit scorer for Davidson up to this point in the year. Josh Scovens has 9.8 PPG with 4.1 RPG and Sam Brown has 9.5 PPG with 2.5 APG. Nick Coval has 9 PPG while Ian Platteeuw has team-highs of 4.6 RPG and 2.9 APG as well on the year. As a team, Davidson is averaging 74.7 PPG on 46.1% shooting from the field, 36.9% from three and 67.9% from the foul line this season.
Saint Joseph’s Hawks Recap
The Saint Joseph’s Hawks come into this game looking to rebound from their 102-79 loss at the hands of Saint Louis last time out to sit at 8-6 this season. After this game, Saint Joseph’s will take on Duquesne at home.
Hawks Alternate Wins & Losses In 6 Straight
Deuce Jones leads the Hawks in scoring with 17 PPG while Derek Simpson has 11.9 PPG along with team-highs of 5.5 RPG and 3.4 APG to lead the Hawks in rebounding and assists. Jaiden Glover-Toscano has 12.1 PPG with 4.3 RPG to cap off the trio of double-digit scorers for Saint Joseph’s so far this season. Dasear Haskins has 8.8 PPG with 4.8 RPG while Anthony Finkley has 7.4 PPG with 3.4 RPG and Austin Williford has 6 PPG with 4.4 RPG. As a team, Saint Joseph’s is averaging 76.1 PPG on 42.3% shooting from the field, 26.3% from three and 80.4% from the foul line this season.
Davidson Wildcats @ Saint Joseph’s Hawks Betting Trends: January 3, 2026
Why the Saint Joseph’s Hawks will win
Saint Joseph’s has won each of its last eight night games against Conference opponents.
Davidson has lost each of its last five night games against Conference opponents.
Saint Joseph’s has won the first half in six of its last seven night games at Michael J. Hagan Arena.
Why the Davidson Wildcats will win
Davidson has won each of its last seven night games after coming off overtime.
The road team has won the first half in each of the last five games between Davidson and Saint Joseph’s.
Total Points Facts
Six of Saint Joseph’s’ last seven games against Conference opponents have produced a total of 141+ points.
Five of Davidson’s last six night games have produced a total of 142+ points.
Matchup/League Facts
Saint Joseph’s ranks 360th among Division 1 teams for three-point percentage this season (27.9%).
Saint Joseph’s ranks 12th among Division 1 teams for opponent free throw percentage this season (65.5%).
Davidson ranks T44th among Division 1 teams for opponent assists per game this season (11.2).
Davidson ranks 50th among Division 1 teams for opponent free throw percentage this season (68.1%).
Davidson Wildcats vs. Saint Joseph’s Hawks Prediction
I’m on Saint Joseph’s here. I get the case to be made for either side here, but the thing about Davidson is that this is a quick turnaround for Davidson after a double OT loss and now Saint Joseph’s is at home and I just feel like the Hawks match up better and have the better depth in this game. All in all, should be an interesting watch, but I think Saint Joseph’s gets it done at home.
