Merrimack vs Albany Prediction 11/8/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

Merrimack vs Albany Prediction

I’ll take Albany here but there’s not a ton to get excited about. The Danes have been doing well after two games so far but they haven’t exactly faced elite competition. Albany beat Rhode Island College in their first game, shooting 45 percent from the field with a 47-40 rebounding edge and 13 turnovers. The Danes held the opposition to 39 percent shooting and benefitted from a rough 37 percent (7-of-19) from the line by Rhode Island College. Game two was a tight four-point road win over Manhattan. In that one the Danes shot 41 percent with a 37-36 edge in rebounding and never trailed throughout the game.

As for Merrimack, they’ve got two losses in the bank through two games. The Warriors fell to App State by 14 in their opener, shooting just 35 percent from the field, 28 percent (5-of-18) from outside and 50 percent (6-of-12) from the free throw line. Merrimack added a 42-30 rebounding deficit and didn’t hold a lead at any point in the game. In their second outing the Warriors fell by 10 to UMass Lowell, shooting an abysmal 13 percent (3-of-24) from outside and 8-of-20 (40 percent) from the line along with 13 turnovers and a 40-38 rebounding deficit. Merrimack is looking like they’ll struggle this year, and I don’t think they’ve got enough offensive firepower to cover here.

Game Info, Stats and Previews

The Merrimack Warriors and the Albany Great Danes meet Sunday in college basketball action from SEFCU Arena. Here’s a collection of relevant information and reasoning for a sound Merrimack vs Albany prediction. We have looked at this information from a betting perspective and attempted to determine the best Merrimack vs Albany pick. We will also examine the recent form and player performances for both teams, as well as the recent betting trends and streaks pertaining to this matchup. We will tie it all together to the pick summary, resulting in a sensible prediction for a favorable betting outcome in this game.

Merrimack Warriors Betting Preview

The Warriors have two games in the can so far this season, but both have been losses. Merrimack opened things up with a matchup versus Appalachian State on Monday at Rock Hill Sports & Event Center. The Warriors ended up falling in that one 63-49. Leading the way in the losing effort were AJ Lesburt (three rebounds) and Denver Anglin (two rebounds), each with 10 points. Elijah Wilborn added seven points and five rebounds as well.

In game two versus UMass Lowell at Lawler Arena, the Warriors took another double-digit loss, this time 71-61. Leading the way for Merrimack this time was Jeremiah Anderson with 18 points and four rebounds in 25 minutes of work off the bench. Denver Anglin led the starters with 10 points and three rebounds over 27 minutes in the losing effort for the Warriors.

Albany Great Danes Betting Preview

Over on the Albany side, they’ve got two games finished as well, but also two wins. The Danes took on Rhode Island College in their opener, rolling to a 74-67 win in front of over 2,000 people. Albany’s top scorer was Ollie Engen with 25 points, six assists and five rebounds. Tyler Jones added 16 points and four boards off the bench.

In their second outing of the year against Manhattan, Albany powered out a tight 72-68 victory. Leading the way this time was Tyler Jones on 23 points and three rebounds. Ollie Engen chipped in with 12 points and eight assists.

Merrimack Warriors @ UAlbany Great Danes Betting Trends: November 8, 2026

Why the UAlbany Great Danes will win

• UAlbany has won 12 of its last 14 games against non-Conference opponents at Broadview Center.
• Merrimack has lost each of its last three games.
• Merrimack has lost the first half in each of its last three games.

Why the Merrimack Warriors will win

• Merrimack has won seven of its last eight day games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• UAlbany has lost four of its last five home games following a road win.

Andrew Jett's Pick: Albany Great Danes TBA