Army Black Knights vs Loyola Maryland Greyhounds Picks and Predictions January 7th 2026

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Loyola Maryland heads to West Point on Wednesday night looking to stabilize its Patriot League position after a disappointing home loss to Lafayette. The Greyhounds have shown offensive efficiency in stretches, but road execution remains the key variable. You can follow line movement and updated pricing on the NCAA basketball odds page.

Army enters as a modest home favorite at Christl Arena, aiming to bounce back from a loss to Colgate. The Black Knights rely on perimeter shooting and ball movement, and their home court gives them a measurable edge in tight conference games.

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Line Movement and Odds

Army opened as a short favorite and currently sits at −4.5, with the total set at 148.5. The spread reflects Army’s shooting profile and Loyola Maryland’s uneven road form. Early action has been split, with some bettors backing the points due to similar scoring outputs. For broader slate context, visit the college basketball previews page.

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Matchup Breakdown

Loyola Maryland’s path starts with shot efficiency. The Greyhounds post a 52.1 effective field goal percentage and rely on perimeter spacing to create scoring chances. Jacob Theodosiou leads the offense, while Braeden Speed provides secondary scoring and transition pressure. If Loyola keeps turnovers in check, they can shorten the game.

Army’s advantage comes from volume shooting. The Black Knights rank top-30 nationally in three-pointers made per game and are most effective when they dictate tempo. Ryan Curry continues to handle primary creation duties, and Tate Laczkowski gives them rebounding stability. At home, Army’s spacing tends to hold up better late in games.

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Injuries and Conditions

Loyola Maryland

No major injuries reported impacting the rotation.
Full details: Loyola Maryland team page

Army

No significant injuries reported.
Full details: Army team page

Indoor setting keeps pace and execution as the primary drivers.

Best Bets and Prediction

This profiles as a one-possession game late. Army’s shooting gives them a slight edge, but Loyola Maryland’s efficiency and similar scoring profile make the underdog attractive against the number.

Projected Score: Army 74, Loyola Maryland 71
Best Bet: Loyola Maryland +4.5
Secondary Lean: Under 148.5 due to controlled tempo and half-court possessions

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