Manhattan Jaspers vs Siena Saints NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/3/25
The Jaspers and Saints are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Saints will host the game at MVP Arena in Albany, NY. The odds for this Metro Atlantic Athletic conference game currently have Siena as the -3.5 point favorite with the over/under line sitting at 142.5 points.
MANHATTAN JASPERS VS SIENA SAINTS BETTING PICK
The Pick: Siena Saints -3.5
This game will be played at MVP Arena at 7:00 ET on Friday, January 3rd.
WHY BET THE SIENA SAINTS:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 78-69 in favor of the Saints.
- Not only will Siena pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -3.5.
- The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 147 points.
Does Manhattan Have A Chance at MVP Arena?
Manhattan Jaspers Recent Game/Games
Manhattan improved to 5-5 on the season with an 86-81 road win over Presbyterian on Saturday, December 21st. Entering the game as +4.5 point underdogs, the Jaspers not only pulled off the upset but also covered the spread.
After trailing 43-30 at halftime, Manhattan turned things around by scoring 43 points in the 2nd half while holding Presbyterian to 30. The game’s total points of 167 exceeded the over/under line of 145.5.
Manhattan’s offense put up 86 points in their last game, shooting 41.3% from the field and 34.6% from three-point range. They connected on 25 of 32 free throws, hitting 78.1% from the line, and grabbed 13 offensive rebounds.
Carl Parrish led the way with 23 points, hitting 6 of 9 from deep. Kory Mincy, Will Sydnor, Jaden Winston, and Devin Dinkins each added 18 points, with Mincy dishing out 7 assists.
Despite giving up 81 points, the Manhattan Jaspers held their opponent to 39% shooting from the field. The Jaspers allowed 14 two-point field goals on 32 attempts, a 43% conversion rate.
From beyond the arc, Manhattan’s defense saw their opponent hit 11 threes on 31 attempts, good for 35%. The Jaspers also sent their opponent to the line 29 times, where they made 20 free throws, a 69% success rate. Manhattan gave up 16 offensive rebounds in the game.
Is A Home Victory Likely for the Favored Saints?
Siena improved to 6-7 on the season with an 83-77 road win over Cornell on Monday. The Saints entered the game as +12.5 point underdogs but pulled off the upset and covered the spread.
After a 35-35 tie at halftime, Siena scored 48 points in the 2nd half while allowing 42. The game’s total points of 160 exceeded the O/U line of 147.5.
Siena’s offense was firing on all cylinders in their latest game, putting up 83 points with a field goal percentage of 54.2% and an effective field goal percentage of 62.5%. They connected on 42.1% of their three-point attempts, hitting 8 of 19 from deep, while shooting 62.1% from inside the arc. At the free-throw line, they made 23 of 32 attempts, good for 71.9%.
Nazir Williams led the way with 20 points and 5 assists, shooting 61.5% from the field. Justice Shoats also dished out 10 assists, while Gavin Doty added 16 points and 8 rebounds. Guy Ragland Jr. was perfect from the field, going 5-for-5, including 1-for-1 from three-point range.
Despite Siena’s defensive efforts, they gave up 77 points on 53% shooting from the field. The Saints allowed 24 two-point baskets on 40 attempts, a 60% success rate for their opponents.
Siena’s defense held the opposing team to 4 made three-pointers on 12 attempts, a 33% shooting rate. However, they sent them to the free-throw line 22 times, where they converted 17 free throws, shooting 77%.