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Iona vs Niagara

Gaels look to capitalize on Purple Eagles' struggles

Iona

Gaels (6-5-9-13) VS Purple Eagles (3-7-8-13)

February 28, 2025 | 6:30 PM ET | Gallagher Center

Niagara
Pick: Iona Moneyline (-115) - B

Iona enters this matchup carrying some momentum, having won two of its last three games, while Niagara remains stuck in a tough stretch, dropping four of its past five. With Niagara struggling to find any consistency and missing a critical piece in the paint, Iona has the edge in this matchup. Considering the tight odds, the slight value rests with the Gaels, making them a solid pick, even if not an absolute lock. Expect Iona to handle business on the road.

Pick: Under 137.5 - B

Niagara enters this game riding a rough four-game losing streak, and their offensive struggles have been evident, averaging just 62.3 points per game during the skid. Meanwhile, Iona hasn’t been much better, dropping three straight while failing to score more than 70 points in any of those losses. Historically, this series has leaned toward defensive battles, with three of the last four matchups failing to crack 130 total points. With both teams struggling offensively and Niagara missing a key scorer, the under looks like a strong play. Given the trends and injury concerns, this pick lands at a solid B grade for value and reliability.

Pick: Iona -1.5 (-110) - B Grade
Iona comes into this matchup riding a three-game winning streak, a stark contrast to Niagara’s recent struggles, having dropped four of its last five. The Gaels have been steadily improving, thanks to the return of their top scorer, who recently shook off an injury that kept him sidelined earlier this month. Meanwhile, Niagara continues to suffer from defensive lapses, allowing opponents to shoot over 45% from the field in their last five games. Historically, Iona has dominated this series, winning five of the last six meetings, including double-digit victories in their previous two visits to Gallagher Center. Given Niagara's inconsistency and Iona's building momentum, laying the small spread with the Gaels presents solid value. The pick receives a solid B grade for its strong probability of cashing, though bettors should be mindful of potential volatility in a conference matchup.
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