Merrimack vs Marist Prediction, Picks & Odds | 19 Jan 2026

College Basketball Betting Preview: Merrimack vs Marist

The Merrimack Warriors face the Marist Red Foxes, with tip-off scheduled for 14:00 on Monday, January 19.

The best betting angle could be Marist against the spread. You can land -114 that the market leaders are able to cover the -5.5 line and they are more than capable when playing Merrimack.

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Merrimack Warriors previous game saw them claim a 83-71 home win over Quinnipiac Bobcats.

Marist Red Foxes were winners last time out. It was a 82-67 home victory against Fairfield Stags.

Head-to-Head Statistics

Merrimack won the most recent matchup between these teams. A 75-53 victory was registered against Marist.

NCAAB	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Marist	12-5	1239	1054	185	8-1	4-4	4W
Merrimack	11-8	1279	1345	-66	6-1	5-7	1W

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Merrimack vs Marist Prediction & Picks

Get ahead of the game with our Merrimack vs Marist betting rundown, featuring our trusted match prediction, most likely correct score outcome and a fully loaded bet builder.

Game Prediction

Marist are available at odds of -114 when it comes to backing them against the spread in this college contest. The appealing -5.5 line could be covered with ease by the favorites and this looks like a value bet.

The college hoops handicappers at Sportsgambler.com always keep close tabs on team news as it develops. We also rely on recent form and key stats to help shape our basketball picks and guide the final call.

Key Merrimack vs Marist stats:

• The -5.5 line has been covered by Marist in 7 consecutive games at home.
• The -5.5 line has been covered by Marist in 8 of their last 10 games at home.
• The -5.5 line has been covered by Marist in 12 of their last 20 games at home.

Marist -5.5 Probability

Based on the latest odds from the top sportsbooks, our pick carries a 53.2% chance of winning. Based on our analysts research, we calculate the actual probability to be closer to 60%. This is why we can recommend this college basketball bet.

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Our Game Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Merrimack 59 - 68 Marist

You don’t need a big stake to enjoy a huge payout by getting this correct score right. We’re going for the Foxes to achieve a 68-59 victory and hopefully this goes close.

Merrimack vs Marist Odds

The odds and lines are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.

Marist are regarded as having a 76% chance of winning this college game according to the latest betting odds. The sportsbooks have priced them up at -313. At +245, Merrimack are regarded as having a lower probability of winning.

6.5 is the spread and 135.5 is the total points line. A Total wager relates to the number of points that will be scored overall. Those who wager Under 135.5 can get -110.

College hoops fans are spoilt for choice thanks to the wide range of team props and game lines which are available for every contest on the coupon. Head to the top basketball sportsbooks and find the best value picks.

Moneyline

Merrimack

+245

Marist

-313

Point Spread

Merrimack +6.5

-114

Marist -6.5

-106

Total Points

Under 135.5

-110

Over 135.5

-110

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Latest regular season and playoff games stats.

Merrimack Stats

Marist Stats

Moneyline

• 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 games
• 5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road

Moneyline

• 7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
• 8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 home games

Point Spread

• +5.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 games
• +5.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games on the road

Point Spread

• -5.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games
• -5.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 home games

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 135.70 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals on the Road: An average of 135.20 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
• Over 134.5: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games
• Over 134.5 on the Road: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games on the road
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 69.70 pts and allowed 66.00 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 64.90 pts and allowed 70.30 pts in the last 10 games on the road

Total Points

• Game Totals: An average of 137.60 pts in the previous 10 games
• Game Totals at Home: An average of 131.70 pts in the previous 10 home games
• Over 134.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
• Over 134.5 at Home: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 home games
• Team Totals: Have scored an average of 73.70 pts and allowed 63.90 pts in the last 10 games
• Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 73.80 pts and allowed 57.90 pts in the last 10 home games

NCAAB Table Select Season 2025/20262024/20252023/20242022/20232021/20222020/20212019/2020

Metro Atlantic Athletic	Overall	PF	PA	N. Pts	Home	Away	Strk
Marist	12-5	1239	1054	185	8-1	4-4	4W
Siena	12-7	1330	1237	93	4-3	8-4	1W
Quinnipiac	12-7	1458	1379	79	7-2	5-5	2L
Iona	12-7	1431	1414	17	7-2	5-5	1L
Saint Peter's	10-6	1150	1084	66	8-1	2-5	3W
Merrimack	11-8	1279	1345	-66	6-1	5-7	1W
Fairfield	11-8	1475	1394	81	7-2	4-6	1L
Canisius	8-11	1188	1347	-159	6-3	2-8	3L
Manhattan	8-12	1500	1619	-119	6-4	2-8	2L
Mount St. Mary's	7-12	1289	1402	-113	4-3	3-9	1W
Sacred Heart	6-13	1415	1461	-46	3-4	3-9	1W
Niagara	5-12	1074	1248	-174	3-2	2-10	1W
Rider	2-15	1042	1260	-218	2-5	0-10	1L

• 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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