Iona University men's basketball's Kosy Akametu during practice at Hynes Athletic Center in New Rochelle Nov. 3, 2025.
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Quinnipiac vs Iona Prediction 12/5/2025 Today’s College Basketball Picks

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MATCHUP Quinnipiac Bobcats Iona Gaels
Team Records 6-3 6-3
Where Hynes Athletics Center, New Rochelle, NY
When Friday, December 5, 2025
Time 07:00 PM EST
TV ESPN+

The Quinnipiac Bobcats and Iona Gaels meet Friday in the college basketball action at the Hynes Athletics Center. Here’s a Quinnipiac vs Iona Prediction. This article will include a Quinnipiac vs Iona Pick.

Quinnipiac Bobcats Betting Preview

The Quinnipiac Bobcats lost to UCF, beat Stonehill, and they play Rider next. Quinnipiac has won 4 of its last 5 games.

The Quinnipiac Bobcats are averaging 91.1 points on 45 percent shooting and allowing 87.1 points on 44.4 percent shooting. Jaden Zimmerman is averaging 16.5 points and 2.5 rebounds, while Amarri Monroe is averaging 15.9 points and 1.9 assists. Keith Mcknight is the third double-digit scorer and Samson Reilly is grabbing 0.8 rebounds. The Quinnipiac Bobcats are shooting 38.7 percent from beyond the arc and 69.9 percent from the free throw line. The Quinnipiac Bobcats are allowing 31.3 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 37.7 rebounds per game.

Iona Gaels Betting Preview

The Iona Gaels beat Delaware, lost to Green Bay, and they play Sacred Heart next. Iona has won 6 of its last 8 games.

The Iona Gaels are averaging 85.3 points on 47.4 percent shooting and allowing 78.8 points on 43.9 percent shooting. CJ Anthony is averaging 16.6 points and 3.6 rebounds, while Kosy Akametu is averaging 14 points and 6.8 rebounds. Toby Harris is the third double-digit scorer and Lamin Sabally is grabbing 7.8 rebounds. The Iona Gaels are shooting 39 percent from beyond the arc and 71.1 percent from the free throw line. The Iona Gaels are allowing 26.9 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 33.8 rebounds per game.

Why the Iona Gaels will win

  • Iona has won each of its last four games at Hynes Athletics Center against non-AP-ranked opponents.
  • Quinnipiac has lost the first half in three of its last four road games against the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference.

Why the Quinnipiac Bobcats will win

  • Quinnipiac has won seven of its last eight road night games against the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference.

Total Points Facts

  • Each of Iona’s last 21 night games against the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference have produced a total of 154 or fewer points.
  • Twenty-seven of Quinnipiac’s last 28 games against the Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference Conference have produced a total of 163 or fewer points.

Matchup/League Facts

  • Iona ranks 23rd among Division 1 teams for opponent three-point percentage this season (26.9%).
  • Iona ranks 28th among Division 1 teams for three-point percentage this season (39.0%).
  • Quinnipiac ranks T48th among Division 1 teams for steals per game this season (9.1).

Quinnipiac vs Iona Prediction

Iona is probably the more talented team and has played its best ball at home, but we’re getting a free bucket with an impressive Quinnipiac side. Quinnipiac has a couple of road wins this season, and that includes beating Pittsburgh as a double-digit underdog. Quinnipiac gave UCF a fight and had a 9-point lead with less than 13 minutes to play. Quinnipiac also started the season on the road against St. John’s. What I’m saying is Quinnipiac has shown it can play steps up in competition and won’t be intimated of this spot. We also recently saw Iona suffer a bad loss to Green Bay. Give me the bucket with Quinnipiac.

Randy Chambers's Pick: Quinnipiac +2.5

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