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Siena Looks to Protect Home Court Against Niagara

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Niagara Purple Eagles vs Siena Saints

February 21st 2025 | 7:00 PM EST | MVP Arena, Albany, NY

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The Saints' balanced attack should be enough for a win

Grade B+: Siena Saints Moneyline (-280)

Siena has played solid basketball at home, using their disciplined half-court offence and strong interior presence to wear down opponents. Niagara, while capable of keeping games close, has struggled with consistency on the road, particularly against teams that control the glass and limit second-chance opportunities. The Saints’ ability to force turnovers and capitalize on defensive lapses will be key in this matchup. With Siena favoured at -280, their home-court advantage and more reliable scoring make them the stronger moneyline pick. This is a B+ bet, as Siena’s efficiency should allow them to secure a comfortable win.

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Siena’s home-court advantage could be the difference in this one

Grade B+: Siena Spread -6.5

Siena has been a tough opponent at home, using their size and defensive intensity to make things difficult for visiting teams. Niagara has struggled in conference play, particularly on the road, where their scoring efficiency has taken a hit. The Saints’ ability to control the boards and force turnovers should allow them to dictate the pace of play. With Siena favored by -6.5, their defensive pressure and ability to limit second-chance points make them the better pick to cover. This is a B+ bet, as Siena’s physicality and home-court edge should be enough to secure a comfortable win.

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Siena’s slow tempo may lead to a lower-scoring game

Grade B+: Under 138 Total Points

Siena has relied on a defensive-minded approach this season, ranking among the MAAC’s best in opponent field goal percentage while playing at a methodical pace. Niagara has struggled offensively, particularly in road matchups, where their shooting efficiency has dipped against teams that limit transition opportunities. Both teams have shown inconsistency from three-point range, further suggesting a game dominated by half-court sets and lower-scoring possessions. With the total set at 138, the combination of Siena’s defensive pressure and Niagara’s scoring struggles makes the under the best bet. This is a B+ pick, as both teams’ styles favor a slower, grind-it-out affair.

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