The Siena Saints (7-11, 2-3 MAAC) will be at Webster Bank Arena at Harbor Yard to go head-to-head against the Fairfield Stags (5-14, 2-5 MAAC) in a MAAC matchup. The game begins at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, January 24, 2019.
Siena Saints vs. Fairfield Stags ATS Odds
In their last outing, the Stags fell to the Canisius Golden Griffins, 73-68, while the Saints were victorious over the Niagara Purple Eagles, 66-57.
Siena dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had a free throw rate of 0.241 (above their season average of 0.139) and a turnover percentage of 11.5 (better than their season average of 14.8). Niagara had marks of 0.161 and 15.2, respectively, for those same stats. Fairfield, on the other hand, had an offensive rebounding percentage of 30.8 (above their season average of 24.2). Jonathan Kasibabu had a good game for Fairfield, contributing 16 points and 13 rebounds. Siena received a boost from Jalen Pickett, who recorded 17 points and seven assists.
The Stags dominated this series last year, securing victories in both contests. In the most recent contest, Fairfield won 70-69. The Stags’ 7.0 turnover percentage was their largest advantage over the Saints, who had a rate of 18.7. This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.
Getting to the line could be scarce for Fairfield in this meeting. The Stags currently rank 339th in the NCAA with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.168, while Siena ranks 36th in FTA rate allowed (0.180).
Siena vs. Fairfield Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Fairfield, ATS Winner – Fairfield, O/U – Over
Betting Notes:
- Siena ranks 36th in rebounds allowed per game (31.8) while Fairfield ranks 171st (35.7).
- The Saints rank 25th in three pointers attempted per game (27.3) while the Stags rank 73rd (25.1).
- Siena averages 12.9 assists per game, which ranks 159th in the NCAA. Fairfield ranks 160th in assists allowed per game (13.7).
- The Saints rank 17th in steals allowed per game (4.9) while the Stags rank 113th (6.5).
- Siena ranks 13th in blocks allowed per game (2.3) while Fairfield ranks 109th (3.6).
Bettings Trends:
- The Saints have outscored opponents by an average of 0.4 points in their last five games. On the season, Siena has lost by an average of 4.2 points.
- During their last five games, the Stags have scored an average of 68.0 points per game (3.7 below their season average) and allowed an average of 68.6 points per game (6.9 below their season average).
