Merrimack vs Siena Prediction 1/9/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

In this article, we will formulate a Merrimack vs Siena Prediction for this College Basketball game on Friday, January 9th. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Siena Saints Preview

Siena Saints have a 10-5 record this season and are tied for 4th in MAAC. They have a 4-1 home record and are coming off a 74-65 away win against Rider. Their previous three games were a 75-72 away loss against Iona, an 81-60 away loss against Indiana and an 83-69 away loss against Vermont.

Offensively, Siena averages 70 points per game, while allowing 65.3 points per game defensively. The Saints shoot with 45% from the field and grab 34.4 rebounds per game, while dishing out 12.9 assists per game. They average 2.9 blocks per game and 7.4 steals per game defensively.

Gavin Doty leads Siena in scoring, with an average of 16.2 points per game, while shooting with 46.2% from the field and 77.0% from the free throw line, adding a team-high 6.7 rebounds. Justice Shoats adds a team-high 4.7 assists per game.

Merrimack Warriors Preview

Merrimack Warriors have a 9-7 record this season and are tied for 1st in MAAC. They have a 3-5 road record and are coming off a 73-66 home win against Manhattan. Their previous three games were a 75-65 home win against Mount St. Mary’s, an 80-72 away win against Sacred Heart and a 66-59 away loss against Vermont.

Offensively, Merrimack averages 66.9 points per game, while allowing 71.2 points per game defensively. The Warriors shoot with 40% from the field and grab 27.9 rebounds per game, while dishing out 12.1 assists per game. They average 4.8 blocks per game and 7.8 steals per game defensively.

Kevair Kennedy leads Merrimack in scoring, with an average of 16.2 points per game, while shooting with 48.5% from the field and 79.7% from the free throw line, adding a team-high 3.9 assists. Todd Brogna is the team’s leading rebounder with 4.4 per game.

Merrimack Warriors @ Siena Saints Betting Trends: January 9, 2026

Why the Siena Saints will win

• Siena has won seven of its last eight home night games against Conference opponents.
• Merrimack has lost each of its last six Friday night games.
• Siena has won the first half in each of its last six home night games against Conference opponents.

Why the Merrimack Warriors will win

• Merrimack has won eight of its last nine games against Conference opponents.
• Siena has lost each of its last three night games.
• Merrimack has won the first half in nine of its last 10 games against Conference opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Each of Siena’s last eight night games have produced a total of 136+ points.
• Each of Merrimack’s last five games against Conference opponents have produced a total of 134+ points.

Merrimack vs Siena Prediction

In this Merrimack vs Siena Prediction, Siena is coming as -5.5 home favorites. Siena has been the better team this season, with a slightly better overall record and has been almost perfect at home, but have been struggling lately with three consecutive losses. On the flip side, Merrimack has been red-hot lately with a 6-1 record in its last 7 games and 4-1 against the spread, so I like them to keep the momentum going and keep this game close. Take Merrimack and get the +5.5 points in this one.

Nikos Lagouretos's Pick: Merrimack +5.5