The No. 1 seed Merrimack Warriors (22-10, 17-3 MAAC) are favored by 3.5 points when they meet the No. 5 seed Marist Red Foxes (19-11, 12-8 MAAC) in the MAAC Tournament Sunday at Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall, tipping off at 6 p.m. ET on ESPN+. A guaranteed spot in the NCAA Tournament bracket is on the line as these teams look to claim the MAAC championship. The matchup has an over/under of 124.5 points.
Check out all the Latest NCAA Basketball Betting Previews!
Merrimack Cover -3.5 vs Marist -129
Merrimack vs. Marist betting lines
- Merrimack moneyline odds to win: -198
- Marist moneyline odds to win: +164
- Spread: Merrimack (-3.5)
- Total: 124.5
Merrimack statistics, trends and more
Recent trends
- In their last 10 games, the Warriors have been scoring 74.4 points per contest, an average that’s slightly higher than the 69.3 they’ve scored over the course of the 2025-26 season.
- The last 10 games have seen Merrimack give up 4.9 fewer points per game (61.9) than its season-long average (66.8).
- The Warriors’ last 10 outings have seen them make 8.9 three-pointers per game while shooting 35.2% from deep. Both numbers are up from their 2025-26 averages of 8.1 makes and 32.8%.
Merrimack betting records this season
- ATS Record: 20-12-0 (Home: 9-2-0; Away: 9-8-0)
- ATS Record When Favored by 3.5+: 6-4-0 (As Favorite: 11-5-0; As Underdog: 9-7-0)
- O-U-P: 12-19-1 (Home: 6-5-0; Away: 6-11-0)
- Record When Moneyline Favorite: 14-2 (Home: 10-0; Away: 3-2)
- Record When Moneyline Underdog: 8-8 (Home: 1-0; Away: 6-6)
| Field Goal % | Opp. Field Goal % | Rebounds | Opp. Rebounds | Assists | Turnovers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 42.1 (323rd in nation) | 41.8 (54th) | 25.4 (363rd) | 34.4 (341st) | 12.6 (274th) | 9.1 (25th) |
Need to know more about sports betting before you put down a wager on Merrimack vs. Marist? Here’s everything you need to know about how to bet.
Marist statistics, trends and more
Recent trends
- While the Red Foxes are averaging 70.1 points per game in 2025-26, they have fallen short of that over their previous 10 games, tallying 68.8 points per contest.
- Marist has played worse defensively in its previous 10 games, giving up 66.6 points per contest, 2.6 more points than its season average of 64.0.
- Over their past 10 games, the Red Foxes are sinking 6.7 three-pointers per game, the same number as their season average. They own a better three-point percentage over their previous 10 games (34.4%) compared to their season average (32.8%).
Marist betting records this season
- ATS Record: 14-15-0 (Home: 7-7-0; Away: 6-8-0)
- ATS Record When Underdog by 3.5+: 1-2-0 (As Favorite: 11-11-0; As Underdog: 3-4-0)
- O-U-P: 11-18-0 (Home: 4-10-0; Away: 6-8-0)
- Record When Moneyline Favorite: 16-6 (Home: 10-4; Away: 6-2)
- Record When Moneyline Underdog: 2-5 (Home: 0-0; Away: 1-5)
| Field Goal % | Opp. Field Goal % | Rebounds | Opp. Rebounds | Assists | Turnovers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44.2 (240th in nation) | 40.4 (25th) | 32.8 (125th) | 31.7 (227th) | 15.2 (101st) | 10.3 (110th) |
BetDecider Team
The BetDecider team brings you the most current sports betting content, with expert insights and tips. Our aim is that you can make an informed betting decision, including best odds and exclusive sportsbook offers, to maximize your betting experience.
