Merrimack vs Canisius Prediction, Picks & Odds | 27 Feb 2026
College Basketball Betting Preview: Merrimack vs Canisius
The Merrimack Warriors battle the Canisius Golden Griffins, with tip-off scheduled for 19:00 on Friday, February 27.
Our betting prediction is that Merrimack will be superior to Canisius and that’s why we’re backing the favorites at -10.5 on the spread. Take the -102 that they are able to cover this line.
Merrimack Warriors won their previous game which was at home. It was a 88-86 (OT) triumph against Iona Gaels.
Canisius Golden Griffins were beaten last game and this was on the road. Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers claimed a 68-47 win.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Merrimack won the most recent matchup between these teams. A 69-51 victory was registered against Canisius.
| NCAAB | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Merrimack
|
23-11 | 2330 | 2260 | 70 | 13-2 | 10-9 | 1L |
Canisius
|
10-21 | 1951 | 2184 | -233 | 7-8 | 3-13 | 1L |
Merrimack vs Canisius Prediction & Picks
Get the edge with our Merrimack vs Canisius betting tips: our expert match prediction, most likely correct score outcome and a bet builder tailored for value.
Game Prediction
Go for Merrimack against the spread in order to get the best value. The big favorites should be able to cover a line of -10.5 at odds of -102 for this college showdown.
Our basketball predictions are rooted in solid team news and up-to-date form for each team. We also dig deep to uncover the most relevant stats that help guide and strengthen our college hoops picks.
Key Merrimack vs Canisius stats:
Merrimack -10.5 Probability
The latest odds at the best betting apps suggest our pick carries a 50.5% chance of winning. However, we have this number closer to 60% based on our in-depth research. The bet can be recommended for this precise reason.
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Same Game Parlay Picks
Take a same game parlay that incorporates Merrimack to cover the -10.5 spread along with Over 130.5. Add in both teams to score 60 points and Merrimack to win on the Result & BTTS lines.
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Correct Score Prediction
75
-
61
Canisius
There are a range of correct score lines to choose from and we’re taking a chance on Merrimack to record a 75-61 victory. There’s a huge return if we get this right.
Merrimack vs Canisius Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
At betting odds of -526 with the sportsbooks, Merrimack are regarded as 84% likely to win this college game. Canisius are trading at bigger odds than their opponents and they can be backed at +385.
The spread is 8.5 and the total points line is currently 129.5. A Total bet is always available and can often provide value selections. If you want to wager Over 129.5, there are odds of -105.
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Merrimack Stats
Canisius Stats
- 9 wins and 1 defeat in the last 10 games
- 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
- -10.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games
- -10.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 3 of the last 10 games on the road
- +10.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games
- +10.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 home games
- Game Totals: An average of 134.70 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals on the Road: An average of 127.90 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
- Over 130.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
- Over 130.5 on the Road: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games on the road
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 73.40 pts and allowed 61.30 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 66.80 pts and allowed 61.10 pts in the last 10 games on the road
- Game Totals: An average of 134.10 pts in the previous 10 games
- Game Totals at Home: An average of 143.10 pts in the previous 10 home games
- Over 130.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
- Over 130.5 at Home: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 home games
- Team Totals: Have scored an average of 63.30 pts and allowed 70.80 pts in the last 10 games
- Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 69.40 pts and allowed 73.70 pts in the last 10 home games
NCAAB Table Select Season
| Metro Atlantic Athletic | Overall | PF | PA | N. Pts | Home | Away | Strk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Merrimack
|
23-11 | 2330 | 2260 | 70 | 13-2 | 10-9 | 1L |
Siena
|
23-11 | 2398 | 2233 | 165 | 11-4 | 12-7 | 4W |
Fairfield
|
21-13 | 2528 | 2432 | 96 | 13-4 | 8-9 | 1L |
Marist
|
19-12 | 2160 | 1979 | 181 | 11-4 | 8-8 | 1L |
Quinnipiac
|
19-13 | 2411 | 2303 | 108 | 10-6 | 9-7 | 1L |
Saint Peter's
|
17-12 | 2054 | 1984 | 70 | 13-2 | 4-10 | 1L |
Iona
|
18-14 | 2363 | 2340 | 23 | 11-5 | 7-9 | 1L |
Mount St. Mary's
|
15-17 | 2178 | 2244 | -66 | 8-5 | 7-12 | 1L |
Sacred Heart
|
14-19 | 2482 | 2528 | -46 | 8-5 | 6-14 | 1L |
Manhattan
|
12-20 | 2369 | 2526 | -157 | 8-7 | 4-13 | 4L |
|
Canisius
|
10-21 | 1951 | 2184 | -233 | 7-8 | 3-13 | 1L |
Niagara
|
8-22 | 1916 | 2137 | -221 | 6-7 | 2-15 | 1L |
Rider
|
4-25 | 1840 | 2204 | -364 | 4-9 | 0-16 | 2L |
- Overall = Overall Wins-Losses
- PF = Total Points For
- PA = Total Points Against
- N. Pts = Point Differential
- Home = Home Record
- Away = Away Record
- Strk = Current Streak
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