The Dartmouth Big Green will face the Albany Great Danes at the Broadview Center in Albany, NY. Both teams have identical records of 2-1 in the 2027 regular season. This game is part of the non-conference slate, featuring teams from the Ivy League and America East.
Dartmouth comes into this contest with a recent win over Framingham State and a close loss to Central Connecticut State. Key players for Dartmouth include Cameron McNamee, who has consistently delivered strong performances. Anton Strelnikov also adds value with his ability to contribute in various aspects of the game.
Albany, meanwhile, secured wins against Manhattan and Rhode Island College but fell to Merrimack College. Ollie Engen and Tyler Jones have been pivotal for the Great Danes, scoring efficiently and playing key roles in their wins. U-Mier Graham also contributes with his rebounding and scoring capabilities.
Albany vs Dartmouth At a Glance
- Matchup: Dartmouth Big Green vs Albany Great Danes
- Venue: Broadview Center, Albany NY
- Date & Time: Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET
- TV: ESPN+
- Dartmouth Record: 2-1 overall in the 2027 season
- Game Odds: Dartmouth favored by -2.5
Albany Great Danes: A Look at Their Season Performance
Offensive Overview
The Albany Great Danes are averaging 68.7 points per game, placing them towards the lower end nationally. They attempt 58.7 field goals per game, shooting at 43.8% accuracy. Their effective field goal percentage sits at 48.3%, highlighting room for improvement.
From beyond the arc, the team struggles, making only 5.3 three-pointers per game at a rate of 25.8%. Free throws are another area of concern, with a percentage of 65.5%. These numbers suggest that the team may need to focus on improving their shooting efficiency in future games.
Defensive Insights
Defensively, the Great Danes average 7.7 steals per game but manage only 5.3 blocks. They commit 17.0 fouls per game, which can affect their defensive effectiveness.
The team also turns the ball over 14.7 times per game. Fewer turnovers could help them maintain possession and potentially increase scoring opportunities.
Recent Game Performances
In their recent game against Merrimack College, Albany lost 73-60. U-Mier Graham contributed 16 points and 8 rebounds, while Ollie Engen led with 17 points.
Against Manhattan Jaspers, the team secured a 72-68 win. Tyler Jones was a key player with 23 points, showing his scoring capability. The Great Danes also defeated Rhode Island College 74-67, with Engen again leading in scoring with 25 points.
Key Players to Watch
Ollie Engen is a standout player, averaging 18.0 points, 3.7 rebounds, and 5.7 assists per game. His shooting percentage is an impressive 49.0%. Tyler Jones is another important player, contributing 17.3 points per game.
U-Mier Graham adds strength with 10.7 points and 6.3 rebounds per game, shooting at 63.2%. Zacharie Matulu also provides support with 9.0 points and 8.3 rebounds per game.
Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 2-1 (66.7%)
- SU as Underdog: 1-1 (50.0%)
- ATS Last 3: 1-1-1 (33.3%)
- O/U Last 3: 0-2 (0.0%)
The Great Danes have a 2-1 record straight up in their last three games. They are 1-1 as underdogs. Against the spread, they have a 1-1-1 record in recent games. Totals have been under in all their last three games.
Dartmouth Big Green Set for Competitive Showdown
Current Team Performance
The Dartmouth Big Green hold a scoring average of 82.3 points per game, placing them at 163rd in the nation. Their possession per game count is at 69.8, which is relatively low at 289th. Field goal attempts stand at 65.7 per game, ranking 110th.
Their field goal percentage is 46.2%, ranking them 172nd overall. Dartmouth's effective field goal percentage sits at 53.8%, which ranks 164th. The team averages 10 made three-pointers per game, ranking 100th.
Offensive Strengths and Weaknesses
Dartmouth displays strength in two-point shooting with a percentage of 61.0%, placing them 73rd. However, their three-point shooting percentage is lower, at 30.9%, ranking them 267th.
Free throw performance is an area for growth, with only 11.7 made per game, ranking 342nd. Their free throw percentage is 63.6%, the lowest nationally at 365th. Rebounds per game stand at 39.3, placing them 158th.
Defensive Overview
The Big Green averages 10 steals per game, ranking them 396th defensively. They have an average of 3.3 blocks per game, which ranks them 260th.
Turnovers per game are at 12.3, ranking them 189th, which is a middling stat. Fouls per game are at 17.3, ranked 212th, indicating room for improvement on disciplined play.
Key Player Contributions
Cameron McNamee leads the team with 16 points per game and shoots 50.0% from the field. CJ Aldrich III contributes 12 points per game and holds a field goal percentage of 71.4%.
Anton Strelnikov adds 11.7 points per game with a shooting percentage of 60.9%. Cam Hiatt provides support with 10.7 points per game, shooting at 50.0%.
Team Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 2-1 (66.7%)
- SU as Underdog: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS Last 3: 1-1-1 (33.3%)
- ATS as Underdog: 1-0 (100.0%)
- O/U Last 3: 1-1 (50.0%)
Albany vs Dartmouth Prediction: Over 144.5
In this game, Dartmouth's offense is averaging 82.3 points per game. They also play at a pace of 69.8 possessions per game. This suggests that their games tend to have a high number of points.
Albany, on the other hand, averages 68.7 points per game. They tend to play slower, with 67.9 possessions per game. However, their recent games against Dartmouth have been high-scoring affairs.
The previous head-to-head results show high scores. For example, their last meeting ended with a total of 160 points. The trend suggests that this game could once again see a high total.
Taking into account both teams' stats and past encounters, the Over 144.5 seems like a strong choice. A final score prediction could be Dartmouth 81 - Albany 76.
- Albany vs Dartmouth Prediction: Over 144.5
- Albany vs Dartmouth Score: Dartmouth 81 - Albany 76
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