Match Analysis: NJIT Highlanders vs Fairleigh Dickinson Knights – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: November 15, 2025
- Time: 9:00 PM UTC
- Location: Joel & Diane Bloom Wellness and Events Center, Newark, NJ
Game Overview
NJIT Highlanders (2-1) host struggling Fairleigh Dickinson Knights (0-3) in a Northeast Conference matchup. NJIT enters as heavy favorites with a 54.92% win probability according to consensus predictions, while FDU has yet to record a victory this season. This represents a significant talent and form disparity, with NJIT showing defensive stability and FDU struggling across all metrics.
Key Factors to Consider
- NJIT has won 2 of its last 3 games, including a narrow 66-64 road victory over Loyola Maryland on November 11. The Highlanders are averaging 63.7 points per game with solid defensive metrics (66.3 PPG allowed, ranked 98th nationally, 37.2% opponent FG%). However, they shoot only 38.3% from the field (335th in the nation) and 24.0% from three-point range. Fairleigh Dickinson has dropped all three games this season, most recently falling 53-74 to Fairfield on November 8. FDU is turning the ball over 15.0 times per game and allowing 90.5 points per game on 51.5% opponent shootingβextremely poor defensive marks. While FDU averages 96 PPG offensively, this is inflated by their defensive weakness and hasn't translated to wins.
- No recent head-to-head history is provided in the available data. These programs appear to have limited recent matchup history, making this a relatively fresh rivalry dynamic.
- No injury information is provided in the search results. Assume full roster availability for both teams unless otherwise noted.
- NJIT plays at home where they have been 2-0 against the spread in their last 3 games and have won 6 of their last 7 first halves at home against Northeast Conference opponents. Fairleigh Dickinson is 0-3 and has lost 11 consecutive games against non-conference opponents. Additionally, NJIT has shown a concerning trend of losing 7 consecutive games at their home venue (Joel & Diane Bloom Center) following a road winβthis is directly applicable as they won on the road against Loyola before returning home.
- NJIT is motivated to maintain home-court dominance and build on their 2-1 start. Fairleigh Dickinson faces desperation at 0-3 but is facing an elite defensive matchup at an opponent's arena. Home teams have won 5 consecutive FDU games (not specified for which direction), suggesting environmental factors favor the home team.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | NJIT -130 | FDU +110 | NJIT Highlanders | β β β β β 71% |
| Spread | NJIT -1.5 -115 | FDU +1.5 -105 | NJIT -1.5 | β β β ββ 68% |
| Over/under | Over 146.5 -110 | Under 146.5 -110 | Under 146.5 | β β β ββ 66% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | NJIT Highlanders 26% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 146.5 26% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Under 146.5 at 26% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 28.6% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
NJIT Highlanders to win via controlled home defense against a struggling FDU offense. Despite NJIT's historical struggles at their home venue following road wins, the massive talent gap and FDU's complete inability to execute on defense (51.5% opponent shooting allowed) suggests this edge is overwhelmed by matchup quality. Expect a low-scoring, defensive battle where NJIT's disciplined approach prevails. The total leans under due to NJIT's recent defensive consistency and both teams' inability to generate offensive efficiency.
Predicted Score: NJIT 65, Fairleigh Dickinson 58