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Mount St. Mary’s Mountaineers vs Saint Peter’s Peacocks Betting Preview
The Mount St. Mary’s Mountaineers head to Jersey City to face the Saint Peter’s Peacocks in a Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference matchup at the Yanitelli Center. Mount St. Mary’s enters with a 9-13 record and momentum from a win over Rider, while Saint Peter’s looks to defend its dominant 9-1 home record. With the Peacocks favored by 6.5 points, this contest highlights a battle between Mount St. Mary’s rebounding and Saint Peter’s defensive pressure.
Line Movement and Odds
Saint Peter’s enters as the favorite, but Mount St. Mary’s recent form makes this line worth monitoring. Current market:
- Mount St. Mary’s Spread: +6.5 (-106)
- Saint Peter’s Spread: -6.5 (-121)
- Mount St. Mary’s MoneyLine: +225
- Saint Peter’s MoneyLine: -305
- Total: 137.5 (-110)
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Matchup Breakdown
Mount St. Mary’s Outlook
The Mountaineers average 67.7 points per game, with Arlandus Keyes, Trey Deveaux, and Abdou Khadre Kebe leading the offense. Keyes’ 16 points vs Rider highlighted his scoring, while Deveaux adds balance. Mount St. Mary’s efficiency (9-13 overall record; 4-9 on the road; 36.1 rebounds per game) underscores their strengths. Their ability to rebound and shoot efficiently (50.7% effective FG) makes them competitive despite their record.
Saint Peter’s Outlook
The Peacocks average 71.4 points per game, with Brent Bland, Zaakir Williamson, and Lucas Scroggins driving production. Bland’s 14.2 points per game highlight his consistency, while Williamson’s 52.4% FG showcases his efficiency. Saint Peter’s efficiency (12-9 overall record; 9-1 at home; 75.2% FT shooting; 9.7 steals per game) underscores their strengths. Their ability to defend and capitalize at the line makes them tough to beat at Yanitelli Center.
Key Factors
This matchup may hinge on rebounding and perimeter defense. Mount St. Mary’s thrives on Keyes’ scoring and Deveaux’s consistency, while Saint Peter’s must rely on Bland’s hot hand and Williamson’s efficiency to tilt the game. Execution in the final minutes will likely decide the margin.
Injuries / Availability
Mount St. Mary’s: The Mountaineers report no fresh injury concerns heading into Friday’s contest.
Saint Peter’s: The Peacocks are expected to have their full rotation available.
Environment
Yanitelli Center has been a fortress for Saint Peter’s, where they’ve gone 9-1 this season. Mount St. Mary’s, however, has struggled on the road (4-9), making this a clash of home dominance versus visiting urgency.
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Best Bets and Prediction
Projected Final Score: Saint Peter’s 70, Mount St. Mary’s 66
- Mount St. Mary’s +6.5 → Best Bet. Their rebounding and balanced scoring suggest they can cover the spread.
- Under 137.5 → Total play. Both teams’ slower pace points toward a combined score below the line.
Saint Peter’s depth and defense should carry them to victory, while Mount St. Mary’s rebounding keeps the spread in play. Expect a competitive contest with totals landing just under the posted number.
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