Monmouth vs Hofstra Prediction 3/10/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

In this article we will formulate a Monmouth vs Hofstra prediction for this College Basketball game on Tuesday, March 10th at CareFirst Arena in Washington, DC. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Monmouth Hawks Betting Preview

The Monmouth Hawks are 19-14 (11-7) this season after they defeated Campbell by a score of 74-64 in their last game. Monmouth led 30-24 at halftime and they scored 44 points in the second half for the win. The Hawks shot 42% from the field, 17% on three pointers, and 88% on free throws in the game. Kavion McClain led Monmouth with 19 points and three assists, while Jason Rivera-Torres added 17 points and seven rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that game, Monmouth defeated Drexel by a score of 65-57 and Northeastern by a score of 89-83. The Hawks have scored 72.8 points per game with 35.4 rebounds and 14.0 assists per game, while they have allowed 70.9 points against per game this season. Kavion McClain is averaging 16.7 points and 5.7 assists per game, while Jason Rivera-Torres is averaging 15.8 points and 8.2 rebounds per game for the Hawks. Monmouth is shooting 44.0% from the field, 74.3% on free throws, and 35.0% on three pointers this season.

Hofstra Pride Betting Preview

The Hofstra Pride are 23-10 (12-6) this year after they defeated Towson in overtime by a score of 68-65 in their last game. Hofstra trailed 28-27 at halftime, but they were able to force overtime, where they scored 13 points for the win. The Pride shot 38% from the field, 37% on three pointers, and 82% on free throws in the game. Preston Edmead led Hofstra with 22 points and three assists, while Cruz Davis added 18 points and five rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that game, Hofstra defeated William & Mary by a score of 92-61 and Drexel by a score of 62-51. The Pride have scored 75.9 points per game with 39.2 rebounds and 13.0 assists per game, while they have allowed 66.0 points against per game this season. Cruz Davis is averaging 20.6 points and 4.7 assists per game, while Preston Edmead is averaging 15.3 points and 4.5 assists per game for the Pride. Hofstra is shooting 44.5% from the field, 74.2% on free throws, and 37.0% on three pointers this year. 

Why the Hofstra Pride will win

• Hofstra has won each of its last seven night games against Conference opponents.

Why the Monmouth Hawks will win

• Monmouth has won seven of its last eight night games against Conference opponents.
• Hofstra has lost four of its last five games after coming off overtime.

Total Points Facts

• Each of Monmouth’s last eight night games against Conference opponents have produced a total of 138+ points.
• Six of Hofstra’s last seven night games at a neutral venue have produced a total of 133 or fewer points.

Matchup/League Facts

• Hofstra ranks 16th among Division 1 teams for opponent steals per game this season (5.0).
• Hofstra ranks 18th among Division 1 teams for opponent points per game this season (66.0).

Monmouth vs Hofstra Prediction 

Hofstra comes into this matchup on a six game winning streak and they have allowed 65 points or fewer in four straight games. The Pride are shooting 45% from the field and they are averaging over 39 rebounds per game. Monmouth is also on a nice winning streak and they have allowed 64 or fewer in three of their last four. The Hawks are shooting 44% from the field, but they have played a very easy schedule recently. I think Hofstra is the better overall team and I wouldn’t be surprised if they ran away with this one. Take the Pride here.

David Racey's Pick: Hofstra -5.5