Marist Red Foxes vs Saint Peter’s Peacocks NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/16/25
Don’t miss out on the NCAA showdown between the Red Foxes and Peacocks. The game is starting at 7:00 ET on ESPN+, and it’s hosted by the Peacocks at Yanitelli Center in Jersey City, NJ. Get ready to place your bets! Marist come into this Metro Atlantic Athletic conference matchup as the -1.5 favorite. The over/under line currently sits at 121.5 points.
MARIST RED FOXES VS SAINT PETER’S PEACOCKS BETTING PICK
The Pick: Saint Peter’s Peacocks +1.5
This game will be played at Yanitelli Center at 7:00 ET on Thursday, January 16th.
WHY BET THE SAINT PETER’S PEACOCKS:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Peacocks.
- Not only will Saint Peter’s pick up the win, but look for them to cover at +1.5.
- The over/under is currently sitting at 121.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 146 points.
Do the Red Foxes Stand a Chance on the Road?
Marist Red Foxes Recent Game/Games
Marist improved to 12-2 on the season with a 61-51 home win over Fairfield on Sunday. The Red Foxes, who were -7.5 favorites, covered the spread with the victory.
After a 25-25 tie at halftime, Marist pulled away in the second half, outscoring Fairfield 36-26. The game’s total points of 112 fell well short of the 135.5 O/U line.
Marist’s offense put up 61 points in their last game, shooting 50% from the field. They were particularly effective inside, hitting 64.7% of their two-point attempts, though they struggled from beyond the arc, connecting on just 4 of 18 threes (22.2%).
Jamie Bergens led the way with 16 points, hitting 3 of 4 from deep. Jackson Price added 12 points and 6 rebounds, despite missing all 4 of his three-point attempts.
Marist’s defense allowed 51 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 50% from the field, hitting 26 of 52 shots. Inside the arc, they were 22 of 34, shooting 64% on two-point attempts.
From three-point range, Marist’s opponents shot 4 of 18, making just 22% of their threes. They also went to the free-throw line 6 times, converting 5 of those attempts for 83%. Marist gave up 5 offensive rebounds.
Are Saint Peter’s Ready for a Home Win?
Saint Peter’s Peacocks Recent Game/Games
Saint Peter’s improved to 5-7 on the season with a 62-49 road win over Canisius on Sunday. The Peacocks were favored by 5.5 points and covered the spread. The total points for the game were 111, under the 132-point O/U line.
Saint Peter’s led 34-22 at halftime and maintained their lead by scoring 28 points in the 2nd half while allowing 27 points.
Saint Peter’s offense put up 62 points in their last game, shooting 42% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52%. They connected on 45.5% of their threes, hitting 10 of 22 attempts, while struggling inside the arc, making just 39.3% of their two-point shots (11/28).
Marcus Randolph led the Peacocks with 19 points, hitting 4 of 10 from three-point range. Tana Kopa added 12 points, shooting 4 of 6 from deep. Paul McMillan and Bryce Eaton each contributed 11 points, with Eaton hitting 3 of 6 from beyond the arc and dishing out 5 assists.
Saint Peter’s defense was stellar, holding their opponent to just 49 points on 34% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities, with the opposition hitting only 12 of 32 attempts for 37%.
From beyond the arc, the Peacocks gave up just 5 threes on 18 attempts, a 27% success rate. They also kept the opponent off the offensive glass, allowing only 5 offensive rebounds.