Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our Quinnipiac vs Siena NCAA Basketball prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in Albany.
Quinnipiac vs Siena Prediction
Looking to win big? The Bobcats and Saints face off at 2:00 ET on ESPN+. The Saints are hosting the game at MVP Arena in Albany, NY. Quinnipiac is favored by -5.5 in this Metro Atlantic Athletic conference contest against Siena. The game's over/under currently sits at 142.5 points.
Quinnipiac vs. Siena Matchup At A Glance
- Sport: NCAAB
- Teams: Quinnipiac Bobcats at Siena Saints
- Where: Albany at MVP Arena
- Date: Sunday, February 2nd
- Betting Odds QUIN -5.5, QUIN -235 | SIENA +188 O/U 142.5
Bobcats Preview: Taking a Look at the Bobcats Chances on the Road
Quinnipiac Bobcats Recent Game/Games
Quinnipiac improved to 12-8 on the season with an 81-69 home win over Fairfield on Friday. The Bobcats were -12 favorites, and the game ended in a push against the spread.
Quinnipiac led 36-34 at halftime and pulled away in the 2nd half, outscoring Fairfield 45-35. The total points of 150 went over the O/U line of 145.5.
Bobcats Offense Breakdown
Quinnipiac put up 81 points in their last game, shooting 43.9% from the field with an effective field goal percentage of 52.6%. They hit 34.5% from three-point range, connecting on 10 of 29 attempts, and were strong at the free-throw line, making 21 of 26 for 80.8%.
Amarri Monroe led the way with 27 points and 10 rebounds, shooting 57.1% overall and 44.4% from deep. Deon Perry added 23 points, hitting 6 of 10 from three-point range, while Paul Otieno contributed 15 points and 13 rebounds.
Bobcats Team Defense
Quinnipiac's defense gave up 69 points in their last game, with the opposing team shooting 43% from the field. They allowed 53% shooting on two-point attempts, as the other team went 15/28 from inside the arc.
From three-point range, Quinnipiac's opponents hit 10/29, or 34%. The Bobcats also sent them to the free-throw line 26 times, where they made 21 free throws, shooting 80%. Quinnipiac gave up 7 offensive rebounds.
Saints Preview: Can Siena Secure a Home Victory?
Siena Saints Recent Game/Games
The Saints dropped to 9-12 on the season after a 72-67 road loss to Marist on Friday. Siena entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs but managed to cover the spread. The total points for the game reached 139, surpassing the O/U line of 126.5.
Siena trailed 33-26 at halftime but put up a fight in the second half, scoring 41 points while allowing 39. Despite the loss, the Saints showed resilience in the second half.
Saints Offense Breakdown
Siena's offense put up 67 points in their last game, shooting 41.8% from the field and 28.6% from three-point range. They hit 50% of their two-point attempts and were strong at the free-throw line, connecting on 83.3% of their shots.
Elijah Lewis, Gavin Doty, and Justice Shoats each contributed 19 points, with Doty hitting 50% from deep. Jaden Daughtry added 13 points and 10 rebounds, making both of his three-point attempts.
Saints Team Defense
Siena's defense gave up 72 points in their last game, with opponents shooting 45% from the field. They allowed 52% shooting on two-point attempts, as the other team went 20/38 inside the arc.
From three-point range, Siena's opponents hit 8/24, good for 33%. The Saints also sent them to the free-throw line 13 times, where they made 8, shooting 61%. Siena gave up 14 offensive rebounds.
Bobcats vs Saints Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis
- Although Quinnipiac has a straight up record of 3-2 in their last five road games, they have not held up as well vs. the spread going 2-3. The team averaged 71 points per game in these games.
- In their last ten games at home, the Saints have a straight up record of 2-8 while going 7-3 vs the spread. The team's offense averaged 64 points per game in these contests.
- The last ten games that Siena was the underdog, they have an ATS mark of 6-4 while going 2-8 straight up.
- In their last five contests as the favorite, Quinnipiac has a poor record vs the spread going 2-2-1. But, they still put together a straight up mark of 5-0.
Quinnipiac vs Siena Prediction & Free Pick
- KnupSports.com Free Betting Prediction: Siena +5.5 Be sure to check out our other NCAA Basketball betting previews for this week. KnupSports.com also updates their sports betting picks page daily with plays across all sports.