Fairfield vs Marist Prediction 1/12/25 College Basketball Picks

In this article, we will formulate a Fairfield vs Marist prediction for this College Basketball game on Sunday, January 12th at McCann Arena in Poughkeepsie, New York. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Fairfield Stags Betting Preview

The Fairfield Stags are 6-9 (2-2) this year after they defeated Iona by a score of 68-64 in their last game. Fairfield led 34-30 at halftime and they were able to hold off Iona in the second half in the win. The Stags shot 47.9% from the field, 31.6% on three-pointers, and 84.2% on free throws in the game. Deon Perry led Fairfield with 22 points and one rebound, while Michael Rogan added 11 points and three steals in the game. 

Prior to that win, the Stags lost to Merrimack by a score of 67-54 and Columbia by a score of 85-72. Fairfield has lost five of their last six games, but they did start conference play with a win over Rider by a score of 78-75. Fairfield has scored 69.7 points per game and they have allowed 73.8 points per game, while also averaging 34 rebounds and 13.5 assists per game this season. Prophet Johnson is averaging 11.7 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 2.6 assists per game, while Jamie Bergens is averaging 8.7 points, 1.9 rebounds, and 2.8 assists per game this year. Fairfield is shooting 41.5% from the field, 70.2% on free throws, and 30.8% on three-pointers this season. 

Marist Red Foxes Betting Preview

The Marist Red Foxes are 11-2 (4-0) this season after they defeated Quinnipiac by a score of 69-62 in their last game. Marist led 30-19 at halftime and they were able to get the win, despite being outscored 43-39 in the second half. The Red Foxes shot 43.1% from the field, 30% on three-pointers, and 68.4% on free throws in the game. Josh Pascarelli led Marist with 20 points and eight rebounds, while Elijah Lewis added 19 points and five rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that victory, the Red Foxes defeated Iona by a score of 70-65 and Binghamton by a score of 69-51. Marist has won seven games in a row and they started MAAC play with two wins over Mount St. Mary’s and Manhattan. Marist has scored 70.8 points per game and they have allowed 66.6 points per game, while also averaging 35.7 rebounds and 13.6 assists per game this season. Josh Pascarelli is averaging 17.8 points, 4.2 rebounds, and 2.3 assists per game, while Elijah Lewis is averaging 13.2 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 1.9 assists per game this year. Marist is shooting 46.1% from the field, 69.4% on free throws, and 34.1% on three-pointers this season. 

Why Marist will beat Fairfield

• Marist has won each of its last eight games at McCann Arena against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Fairfield has lost each of its last four day games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Marist has won the first half in four of its last five games against Conference opponents.

Fairfield vs Marist Prediction 

Marist comes into this matchup looking to extend their winning streak and stay perfect in conference play, and they will be at home for this contest. The Red Foxes are shooting 46.1% from the field and they have allowed 65 points or fewer in three straight games. Fairfield did snap their losing streak with a win over Iona in their last game, but they have lost their last three road games by margins of 13, 13, and 14 points. The Stags are only shooting 41.5% from the field and they are allowing nearly 74 points per game on defense. The MAAC is always very unpredictable, but I can’t trust Fairfield on the road. Take Marist to win and cover at home.