Robert Morris vs Detroit Mercy Prediction 1/2/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

In this article we will formulate a Robert Morris vs Detroit Mercy prediction for this College Basketball game on Friday, January 2nd at Calihan Hall in Detroit, Michigan. Let’s take a look at the prediction for this College Basketball matchup.

Robert Morris Colonials Betting Preview

The Robert Morris Colonials are 10-5 (2-2) this season after they lost to Northern Kentucky by a score of 79-77 in their last game. Robert Morris trailed 43-41 at halftime and only managed 36 points in the second half in the close loss. The Colonials shot 46% from the field, 38% on three pointers, and 50% on free throws in the game. DeSean Goode led Robert Morris with 18 points and 14 rebounds, while Ryan Prather Jr added 15 points and five assists in the loss. 

Prior to that game, Robert Morris defeated St. Francis by a score of 79-70 and Youngstown State by a score of 80-77. The Colonials have scored 76.5 points per game with 39.0 rebounds and 17.1 assists per game, while they have allowed 71.2 points against per game this season. DeSean Goode is averaging 14.6 points and 9.4 rebounds per game, while Ryan Prather Jr is averaging 13.3 points and 4.3 rebounds per game for the Colonials. Robert Morris is shooting 46.1% from the field, 67.5% on free throws, and 34.6% on three pointers this season. 

Detroit Mercy Titans Betting Preview

The Detroit Mercy Titans are 6-7 (3-1) this year after they defeated Youngstown State by a score of 73-68 in their last game. Detroit Mercy led 32-25 at halftime, but they were outscored 43-41 in the second half in the win. The Titans shot 43% from the field, 47% on three pointers, and 72% on free throws in the game. Orlando Lovejoy led Detroit Mercy with 22 points and three rebounds, while Keshawn Fisher added 15 points and seven rebounds in the win. 

Prior to that game, Detroit Mercy defeated a non-D1 team by a score of 91-60, but lost to PFW by a score of 81-77 before that. The Titans have scored 75.6 points per game with 40.0 rebounds and 12.5 assists per game, while they have allowed 76.9 points against per game this season. TJ Nadeau is averaging 12.9 points and 3.6 rebounds per game, while Orlando Lovejoy is averaging 12.2 points and 3.5 assists per game for the Titans. Detroit Mercy is shooting 42.3% from the field, 74.8% on free throws, and 29.6% on three pointers this year. 

Why the Detroit Mercy Titans will win

• Robert Morris has lost seven of its last eight night games following a home loss.
• Detroit Mercy has won five of its last six games against non-AP-ranked opponents.
• Robert Morris has lost the first half in three of its last four games against non-AP-ranked opponents.

Why the Robert Morris Colonials will win

• Robert Morris has won 18 of its last 21 games against the Horizon League.
• Detroit Mercy has lost 20 of its last 25 night games against the Horizon League.
• Robert Morris has won the first half in four of its last five road night games against Conference opponents.

Total Points Facts

• Five of Robert Morris’ last six games against the Horizon League have produced a total of 155+ points.
• Three of Detroit Mercy’s last four home games against Robert Morris have produced a total of 154+ points.

Robert Morris vs Detroit Mercy Prediction 

Detroit Mercy comes into this matchup with just a 6-7 record to start the season, but they are 3-1 in conference play. The Titans have won four of their last five games, but they are shooting just 42% from the field. Robert Morris has won three of their last four games and they have scored at least 77 points in three straight. The Colonials are shooting 46% from the field and they are the better team in this contest. I know they are just 2-2 in conference play, but those two losses came by a combined four points. Take Robert Morris here.

David Racey's Pick: Robert Morris ML