| MATCHUP | Lakers Mercyhurst | Ramblers Loyola Chicago |
|---|---|---|
| Team Records | 0-1 | 1-0 |
| Where | Gentile Arena, Chicago, IL | |
| When | Thursday, November 6, 2025 | |
| Time | 09:00 PM EST | |
| TV | ESPN+ | |
Mercyhurst Lakers Betting Preview
The Mercyhurst Lakers lost to Northwestern, and they play Canisius and Morgan State next. Mercyhurst has split its last 8 games.
The Mercyhurst Lakers are averaging 47 points on 30 percent shooting and allowing 70 points on 36.5 percent shooting. Jake Lemelman is averaging 14 points and 1 assist, while Bernie Blunt III is averaging 8 points and 3 rebounds. Qadir Martin is dishing 1 assist and Deshaun Jackson Jr. is grabbing 6 rebounds. The Mercyhurst Lakers are shooting 5.6 percent from beyond the arc and 76.9 percent from the free throw line. The Mercyhurst Lakers are allowing 26.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 28 rebounds per game.
Loyola-Chicago Ramblers Betting Preview
The Loyola-Chicago Ramblers beat Cleveland State, and they play North Texas and Wichita State next. Loyola-Chicago looks to start 2-0 for the fifth time in the last six years.
The Loyola-Chicago Ramblers are averaging 91 points on 43.9 percent shooting and allowing 88 points on 43.8 percent shooting. Miles Rubin is averaging 16 points and 2 assists, while Deywilk Tavarez is averaging 16 points and 1 rebound. Kayde Dotson is the third double-digit scorer and Chuck Love is grabbing 1 rebound. The Loyola-Chicago Ramblers are shooting 37.8 percent from beyond the arc and 76 percent from the free throw line. The Loyola-Chicago Ramblers are allowing 36.7 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 25 rebounds per game.
Why the Loyola Ramblers will win
- Loyola (IL) has won each of its last 17 night games at Joseph J. Gentile Arena against non-AP-ranked opponents.
- Mercyhurst has lost nine of its last 10 games against non-Conference opponents.
- Mercyhurst has lost the first half in three of its last four road games against non-Conference opponents.
Why the Mercyhurst Lakers will win
- Mercyhurst has won four of its last five games following a road loss.
Mercyhurst vs Loyola Chicago Injury Report
Neither Mercyhurst nor Loyola Chicago have a player listed on its injury report.
Mercyhurst vs Loyola Chicago Prediction
Mercyhurst was obviously outclassed against Northwestern in terms of talent, but shooting 5.6 percent from three and having one double-digit scorer is inexcusable. It’s one game, but it’s hard to show Mercyhurst love after such a showing. Loyola Chicago looked fabulous offensively in its opener and I expect the defense to pick up with more reps. We’re still working with small sample sizes, but Mercyhurst is in trouble if the forms from the first matchup hold true. Give me Loyola Chicago in a comfortable home victory.