Marist vs Xavier Picks and Prediction for Monday, November 3, 2025

By: Cameron Ross Published 11/03/2025, 01:15 AM ET

Marist vs Xavier Information

The Marist Red Foxes open the 2025 season Monday night on the road with the game against the Xavier Musketeers inside the Cintas Center at 7:15 PM. Marist had a solid season a year ago, finishing with twenty wins and 10 losses overall, despite losing their last five games after a four-point loss to Mount Saint Mary's in the final game of the year. The Xavier Musketeers had a solid showing a year ago, finishing the year with 22 wins and 12 losses after a seven-point loss in the second round of the NCAA tournament to Illinois. For more College News, see our College Basketball Picks.

Marist Preview

Senior Elijah Lewis is the top scorer back for Maris this season after averaging 11.6 points in nearly 31 minutes across 30 games played last season. Mayors were one of the worst teams in the country last season, ranking 348th offensively, averaging 65.9 points on 44.1% shooting from the floor. Defensively, Marist was phenomenal a year ago, ranking 17th in the country, holding opponents to 64.4 points on 41% shooting.

Xavier Preview

Xavier lost much of its scoring and production from a year ago, but will welcome 10 transfers to the program this season. The Xavier defense was mediocre a year ago, ranking 166th nationally, allowing 71.5 points per game. The Xavier offense was much better than their defense last season, averaging 78.1 points on 46.7% shooting, good enough for 73rd in the country.

Marist vs Xavier Prediction

Xavier is a powerhouse team and will dominate this game from the opening minutes on Monday. Look for Xavier to control this game start to finish as they roll past Maris in blowout fashion. Take the Musketeers Monday night at home to do the work as they get the win and cover to open their year undefeated. Final Score Prediction, Xavier Musketeers win and cover 103-56.

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