Marist Red Foxes vs. Fairfield Stags Betting Prediction 03/01/19

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The Fairfield Stags (8-20, 5-11 MAAC) close out their home schedule at Webster Bank Arena at Harbor Yard against the Marist Red Foxes (12-16, 7-9 MAAC). Action starts at 7 p.m. ET on Friday, March 1, 2019.

Marist Red Foxes vs. Fairfield Stags Betting Odds

In their last matchup, the Stags defeated the Manhattan Jaspers, 72-59, while the Red Foxes were beaten by the Siena Saints, 67-55.

Fairfield played a nearly flawless game. They had a fantastic effective field goal percentage of 0.630 (above their season average of 0.505) and an offensive rebounding percentage of 44.4 (above their season average of 25.7). Manhattan was 0.510 and 36.7, respectively, for those same stats. Marist, meanwhile, forced Siena into a turnover percentage of 19.3 (above their season average of 14.2). Fairfield’s Landon Taliaferro played well, contributing 26 points. Marist received a boost from Brian Parker, who contributed 15 points and six assists.

In their first matchup this season, Jesus Cruz led the Stags to a 57-52 win. He produced 10 points and six rebounds. Fairfield had a much better free throw rate (0.273 vs. 0.118). Marist, on the other hand, had a much better turnover percentage (21.2 vs. 26.5).

Marist should have the advantage on the offensive side of the ball. The Red Foxes currently rank 85th in effective field goal percentage (0.532), while Fairfield ranks 314th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.534).

Marist at Fairfield Free Pick

College Basketball Prediction: SU Winner – Marist, ATS Winner – Marist, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Fairfield ranks 28th in three pointers allowed per game (19.3) while Marist ranks 250th (25.6).
  • The Red Foxes rank 45th in steals allowed per game (5.4) while the Stags rank 130th (6.5).
  • Fairfield ranks 266th in rebounds per game (31.6) while Marist ranks 274th (31.0).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Red Foxes have outscored opponents by an average of 2.6 points in their last five games. For the season, Marist has lost by an average of 1.1 points.
  • During their last five games, the Stags have scored an average of 62.4 points per game (5.7 below their season average) and allowed an average of 66.2 points per game (5.4 below their season average).