Match Analysis: Binghamton Bearcats vs Niagara Purple Eagles – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-11-08
- Time: 7:00 PM UTC
- Location: Events Center, Vestal, NY
Game Overview
A closely matched early-season NCAA basketball game between Binghamton Bearcats (1-1) hosting Niagara Purple Eagles (0-1). Both teams have struggled offensively, with Binghamton showing slightly better defensive stats and home-court advantage.
Key Factors to Consider
- Binghamton has shown marginally better defensive efficiency, allowing 70.5 PPG vs Niagara's 83 PPG allowed, while Niagara's offense (63 PPG) outpaces Binghamtonβs (56.5 PPG). Both teams have struggled to score efficiently, with low 3-point percentages and free throw percentages around mid-70s.
- No recent significant data available on direct H2H matchups; both teams relatively evenly matched historically but Binghamton's home advantage and recent form edges slight favor.
- Binghamtonβs Demetrius Lilley is questionable with an undisclosed issue; Niagara reports no injuries, suggesting slight uncertainty for Binghamton depth.
- Binghamton plays at home in their Events Center, which typically favors the host in low-scoring, tight defensive games; Niagara has a struggling offense on the road.
- Binghamton looks to improve to 2-1 at home after mixed season start; Niagara seeks first win. Binghamtonβs motivation appears stronger given better start and home setting.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | -166 | Binghamton Bearcats | β β β β β 72% |
| Spread | -118 | Binghamton Bearcats -2.5 | β β β ββ 68% |
| Over/under | -115 | Under 140.5 | β β β ββ 65% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Binghamton Bearcats -2% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 140.5 22% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Under 140.5 at 22% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 24.8% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Binghamton Bearcats to win outright on the moneyline, cover the -2.5 spread, and the game to go under 140.5 total points.
Predicted Score: Binghamton Bearcats 70 – Niagara Purple Eagles 66