The college basketball betting odds menu features a clash between Niagara and Monmouth on Saturday, with the host Purple Eagles trying to win and cover the NCAA basketball point spread line.
Sportsbook Odds & Computer Pick
The Monmouth Hawks were listed as -8-point favorites at many online sportsbooks, including the odds makers at Sportsbook.
Monmouth Hawks vs Niagara Purple Eagles Matchup
Team Betting Records & Power Rankings
The Niagara Purple Eagles are 5-12 so far on the season, and 7-9 ATS vs the number. The Monmouth Hawks, meanwhile, are 12-5 and 5-8-1 ATS. OVER/UNDER bettors have seen Niagara go 9-7 and the Monmouth Hawks go 8-6 on betting totals.
The power rankings show a disparity between these teams, with the Niagara Purple Eagles rated this week at No. 201 and the Monmouth Hawks sitting at No. 90.
Statistical Matchup
The game also pits Niagara's No. 142-ranked offense, averaging 74.47 PPG, against a Hawks defense that ranks No. 204 at 75.35 PPG. The Purple Eagles field goal percentage has averaged 41.98% so far, less than the Hawks marksmen have achieved on the year, 42.68% per game.
Recent Outings Betting Recap
The Hawks got 21 points from Austin Tilghman as Monmouth ran past Marist 71-64 on Sunday at Multipurpose Activity Center.
The Purple Eagles got 21 points from Matt Scott, but it was Manhattan that prevailed in a 78-69 final on Tuesday at Draddy Gymnasium.
Next Betting Matchups
Monmouth at Canisius, Monday, January 16th
Niagara at Marist, Monday, January 16th