Fairfield Stags vs. Niagara Purple Eagles Free Prediction 02/17/19

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The Fairfield Stags (7-19, 4-10 MAAC) will be at the Gallagher Center to challenge the Niagara Purple Eagles (11-15, 4-9 MAAC) in a MAAC matchup. The game gets underway at 2 p.m. ET on Sunday, February 17, 2019.

Fairfield Stags at Niagara Purple Eagles Betting Odds

Both teams fell in their last outing. The Purple Eagles fell to the Manhattan Jaspers, 64-60, while the Stags were defeated by the Canisius Golden Griffins, 72-68.

Fairfield had an offensive rebounding percentage of 38.7 (above their season average of 25.6) while Niagara had a better turnover percentage (15.6 vs. 17.1). Dominic Robb put together a good game for Niagara with 17 points and five rebounds. Fairfield rallied around Jesus Cruz, who contributed 18 points.

In their first matchup this year, Jonathan Kasibabu led the Stags to a 77-59 win. He recorded a double-double with 20 points and 14 rebounds. The Stags’ 32.3 offensive rebounding percentage was their biggest advantage over the Purple Eagles, who had a mark of 16.7.

Getting to the line could be hard to find for Fairfield in this showdown. The Stags currently rank 336th in the nation with a free throw attempt (FTA) rate of 0.172, while Niagara ranks 23rd in FTA rate allowed (0.176).

Fairfield Stags at Niagara Purple Eagles Pick

College Basketball Pick: SU Winner – Niagara, ATS Winner – Niagara, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • Niagara ranks 142nd in rebounds per game (35.5) while Fairfield ranks 265th (31.7).
  • The Stags rank 165th in assists per game (12.9) while the Purple Eagles rank 234th (11.2).
  • Niagara ranks 85th in blocks per game (3.8) while Fairfield ranks 124th in blocks allowed per game (3.5).
  • The Stags rank 36th in three pointers allowed per game (19.2) while the Purple Eagles rank 148th (22.3).
  • Fairfield ranks 126th in steals per game (6.3) while Niagara ranks 236th (4.1).

Bettings Trends:

  • During their last five games, the Purple Eagles have scored an average of 69.0 points per game (3.2 below their season average) and allowed an average of 75.2 points per game (0.1 above their season average).
  • The Stags’ average margin of defeat in their last five games has been 7.0, up from 4.0 for the season.