Marist Red Foxes vs. Canisius Golden Griffins Betting Prediction 02/04/19

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The Marist Red Foxes (8-14, 3-7 MAAC) will be at the Koessler Athletic Center to go head-to-head with the Canisius Golden Griffins (9-12, 6-3 MAAC) in a MAAC matchup. The game gets underway at 7 p.m. ET on Monday, February 4, 2019.

Marist Red Foxes vs. Canisius Golden Griffins Betting Odds

In their last game, the Golden Griffins were victorious over the Quinnipiac Bobcats, 75-70, while the Red Foxes fell to the Fairfield Stags, 57-52.

The Golden Griffins, who came into the game averaging an offensive rebounding percentage of 27.2, had a ridiculous mark of 33.3 and had a turnover percentage of 11.6 (better than their season average of 17.2). Marist, meanwhile, forced Fairfield into a turnover percentage of 26.5 (above their season average of 17.6). Takal Molson was a key piece for Canisius with 22 points and five rebounds. Meanwhile, Marist was lifted by Brian Parker, who recorded 17 points.

In their first matchup this year, Molson led the Golden Griffins to a 75-72 victory. He produced 19 points. Canisius had a much better offensive rebounding percentage (42.1 vs. 23.3). Marist, meanwhile, had a better free throw rate (0.300 vs. 0.246).

Marist figures to have the advantage on the offensive side of the ball. The Red Foxes rank 94th in effective field goal percentage (0.533), while Canisius ranks 310th in effective field goal percentage allowed (0.535).

Marist Red Foxes at Canisius Golden Griffins ATS Pick

Prediction: SU Winner – Canisius, ATS Winner – Canisius, O/U – Under

Betting Notes:

  • Canisius ranks 75th in three pointers attempted per game (24.8) while Marist ranks 251st in three pointers allowed per game (25.8).
  • The Golden Griffins rank 49th in steals allowed per game (5.4) while the Red Foxes rank 70th (5.7).
  • The Red Foxes rank 79th in rebounds allowed per game (33.4) while the Golden Griffins rank 233rd (37.5).
  • Canisius ranks 92nd in assists per game (14.4) while Marist ranks 149th in assists allowed per game (13.3).

Bettings Trends:

  • The Red Foxes have scored an equal number of points as their opponents. For the season, Marist has been defeated by an average of 2.4 points.
  • During their last five games, the Golden Griffins have scored an average of 72.6 points per game (2.3 above their season average) and allowed an average of 69.0 points per game (6.6 below their season average).