Manhattan Jaspers vs Niagara Purple Eagles Picks and Prediction for Friday February 13 2026
The Manhattan Jaspers travel to face the Niagara Purple Eagles on Friday, February 13, 2026. Tip-off is set for 6:30 PM ET at the Gallagher Center in Niagara Falls, New York, with the game airing on ESPN+. At the time of this writing, the odds were not released. Be sure to check out our free college basketball picks for more insight and daily best bets from our experts.
Manhattan Looking to Build Momentum on the Road
Manhattan enters this matchup with a 10-16 overall record, and while their road record was not provided, their recent stretch has shown flashes of competitiveness. The Jaspers recently earned a win over SHU 80-68 and also picked up a 95-90 victory against RID. However, they have dropped games to SPU 80-75, MSM 72-65, and IONA 66-57. Consistency has been an issue, but they have proven capable of scoring in bunches when their offense is clicking.
Offensively, Manhattan averages 75.5 points per game while shooting 43% from the field. They pull down 33.5 rebounds per contest and dish out 13.2 assists per game. Defensively, they allow 80.5 points per game, which has put pressure on their offense to keep pace in high-scoring affairs.
One area where Manhattan can make a difference is forcing turnovers. The Jaspers average 7.7 steals per game, showing an ability to create transition opportunities. If they can convert those extra possessions into easy points, they could tilt the tempo in their favor against a Niagara squad that has struggled offensively.
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Niagara Searching for Offensive Answers at Home
Niagara comes into this contest with a 6-18 overall record, and although their home record was not provided, they will look to take advantage of familiar surroundings at the Gallagher Center. The Purple Eagles recently fell to QUIN 56-55 and SHU 71-70 in tight contests, while also dropping games to MRST 58-46 and SIE 82-79. Their lone win in the last five came against CAN 65-56.
The Purple Eagles average just 62.8 points per game, shooting 43% from the floor. They allow 70.9 points per game, which keeps them competitive when their defense holds up. Niagara grabs 29.5 rebounds per game and averages 13.6 assists, showing a willingness to move the basketball despite limited scoring output.
Niagara’s strength lies in its defensive activity inside. The Purple Eagles average 3.1 blocks per game, slightly higher than Manhattan, and they focus on protecting the paint. However, their 5.7 steals per game indicate they do not generate as many transition opportunities, meaning they often must rely on half-court execution.
Manhattan Jaspers vs Niagara Purple Eagles Pick
Manhattan Jaspers vs Niagara Purple Eagles Pick
- Pick: Manhattan - Spread
Manhattan’s ability to score nearly 13 points more per game than Niagara stands out in this matchup. While the Jaspers allow a high number of points defensively, Niagara’s limited offensive production makes it difficult to trust them to keep pace. Manhattan’s higher steal rate and transition potential should create enough extra possessions to separate late in the game.
Manhattan Jaspers vs Niagara Purple Eagles Total Pick
- Pick: Under
I expect this game to stay under the total once it is posted. Niagara plays at a slower pace and averages just 62.8 points per game. Even though Manhattan can score, Niagara’s defensive approach and offensive struggles should limit the overall scoring ceiling. I see this turning into a controlled game rather than a track meet.
Final Score Prediction: Manhattan 74, Niagara 64
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