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Chargers vs Dolphins Picks and Predictions – Thursday January 8, 2026
New Haven and Le Moyne meet Thursday night at 7:00 PM ET at Ted Grant Court in Syracuse, with both teams sitting at 6-9. It’s a Northeast Conference game that matters because the middle of this league gets crowded fast, and you don’t want to be chasing from behind in January.
Le Moyne is laying 5.5 at home with a -210 moneyline, while New Haven comes back at +170. The total is 137, which is a key number for how these teams want to play: Le Moyne prefers a cleaner, more efficient scoring game, and New Haven usually wants fewer possessions and fewer mistakes.
New Haven Chargers vs Le Moyne Dolphins Odds
These are the current betting lines. Keep an eye on the latest college basketball odds in case the spread or total moves closer to tip.
| Team | Moneyline | Spread | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Haven Chargers | +170 | +5.5 (-118) | 137 (-110) |
| Le Moyne Dolphins | -210 | -5.5 (-102) | 137 (-110) |
New Haven Chargers Betting Form
New Haven is coming off a 72-61 loss to Central Connecticut State, and the box score tells the story they usually need to avoid: not enough shot volume, not enough easy points, and too many empty trips where the offense stalls. Andre Pasha and Aidan Losiewicz gave them efficient scoring nights, but the overall output still landed in the low 60s, which is a tough way to live when you’re catching points on the road.
From a betting angle, the Chargers’ profile points to a specific path. They’ve been solid on two-point looks (52.5% inside the arc) and respectable overall (43.9% FG), so this isn’t a team that has to bomb threes to function. The issue is how often they create good attempts and how frequently they get to the line or earn second chances when the first look misses. When the possession battle tilts against them, the spread gets slippery.
If you want the deeper game logs, New Haven Chargers stats and results are worth checking before you lock anything in.
Le Moyne Dolphins Betting Form
Le Moyne also comes in off a loss, falling 74-60 to Mercyhurst, and the gap there was more about stringing together stops than talent. Shilo Jackson was productive again, and Trent Mosquera chipped in, but Le Moyne couldn’t keep the game in the half-court pocket they prefer when they’re protecting a lead.
At home, the Dolphins have been better, and they’re efficient enough to justify laying a modest number. They’re shooting 46.0% from the floor with 36.0% from three, and that combination matters because it keeps their scoring stable even if the pace slows. Jackson’s inside efficiency also creates a floor for their offense. If Le Moyne is getting clean paint touches and not turning it over, they’re hard to keep below the mid-70s.
For matchup trends and performance splits, use the Le Moyne Dolphins schedule and stats.
New Haven Chargers vs Le Moyne Dolphins Matchup Breakdown
This game is mostly about who controls tempo and shot quality. New Haven has shown a slower style, and when they’re at their best they shrink the possession count, avoid live-ball turnovers, and force the favorite to execute in the half court. That’s also how underdogs hang around and keep +5.5 alive late.
Le Moyne’s edge is efficiency, especially if they’re spacing the floor and making New Haven defend multiple actions instead of one-and-done possessions. The Dolphins’ three-point accuracy matters here because it stretches a defense that wants to pack the paint and protect the rim. If Le Moyne is hitting early threes, New Haven has to open up, and that’s when the underdog’s margin for error disappears.
Rebounding and free throws are the swing categories. New Haven can shoot well enough inside to score, but if they’re giving up extra possessions or putting Le Moyne on the line, the favorite can build separation without needing a huge shooting night. End-game fouling is also relevant with a spread in the 5-6 range and a total in the 130s. That late sequence can flip both markets, so think through how you expect the final four minutes to look when you handicap the number. If you want a quick refresher on how those late-game mechanics impact totals and sides, the Expert Betting Guide is a useful read.
New Haven Chargers vs Le Moyne Dolphins Predictions and Best Bets
I’m with the Le Moyne side at -5.5, but I want it for a specific reason: shot-making stability and a clearer scoring floor. New Haven’s offense can be efficient, yet it’s easier for them to land in the low 60s than it is for Le Moyne to land there. If both teams play near their typical styles, the Dolphins are more likely to separate in the second half because they can score without needing pace.
The moneyline is priced like a solid home favorite, and I’m not interested in paying -210 unless you’re building something bigger. The spread is the cleaner entry point. If you like New Haven, you’re basically betting they win the possession game and keep Le Moyne from getting clean threes. That can happen, but it’s a narrow script.
On the total, I lean under 137. The number assumes something close to an average offensive night from both teams, and I’m not convinced New Haven contributes enough points to make the over comfortable. If the Chargers slow it down and the refs let the game stay physical, 137 can be a high bar.
Best Bet: Le Moyne -5.5
NCAAB Picks and Handicappers on ScoresAndStats
If you’re betting college hoops every day, the best workflow is to start with the market board, then narrow your card with matchup notes and timing. The NCAAB picks page helps with that short list, and the free NCAAB previews hub is where you can cross-check pace, efficiency, and situational angles before lines move.
For team context beyond a single game, the college basketball teams hub keeps everything centralized, and the ScoresAndStats blog is good for broader betting concepts and timing spots during the season.
When you want to follow proven bettors instead of guessing, use the Best Handicappers page and compare recent performance on the handicapper leaderboard. If you’re deciding whether to pay for picks, it’s also worth scanning the handicappers sites reviews and sportsbook reviews so your process is sharp on both the capper and the book side. When you’re ready to scale volume, Buy Picks is the direct path.
