The Wagner Seahawks will meet the Connecticut Huskies at Gampel Pavilion. This non-conference game features teams from the Northeast and Big East. Scheduled for Monday, November 9, 2026, the game will be broadcast on truT.
Wagner enters with a 0-2 record, having lost to Miami and Boston College by identical 26-point margins. Tajae Jones has contributed notable performances, including 13 points and 11 rebounds against Miami. Kareem Watson also showed impact with 13 points against Boston College.
Connecticut, ranked #4, has started the season strong with a 2-0 record. Silas Demary Jr. and Braylon Mullins have led the Huskies, with Demary Jr. scoring 21 points against Michigan. Mullins added 23 points in the same game, showcasing their scoring abilities early in the season.
Connecticut vs Wagner At a Glance
- Matchup: Wagner Seahawks vs #4 Connecticut Huskies
- Venue: Gampel Pavilion, Storrs CT
- Date & Time: Monday, November 9, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
- TV Channel: truTV
- Connecticut Record: 2-0 for the 2027 regular season
- Wagner Record: 0-2 for the 2027 regular season
Connecticut Huskies Aim for Continued Success in 2027
Offensive Performance
The Connecticut Huskies score an average of 85.5 points per game. This places them in the 127th spot nationally. Their field goal attempts are at 57.5 per game, ranking them lower at 331st.
They manage a field goal percentage of 47.0, which stands at 159th. Their 3-point game contributes with 9 made per game. The team's free throw percentage is 75.0, placing them at 110th.
Defensive Stats
On defense, the Huskies average 8.0 steals per game. This figure ranks them at 279th. They also achieve an average of 4.0 blocks per game, placing them at 290th.
Turnovers are maintained at 11.0 per game, holding the 118th position. However, they commit 19.5 fouls per game, ranking at 303rd.
Key Players
Braylon Mullins leads the team with 21.5 points per game and a 50.0% field goal percentage. Silas Demary Jr. contributes with 13.0 points and 7.5 rebounds per game.
Colben Landrew averages 12.5 points and 6.5 rebounds, while shooting at 57.1%. Na'jai Hines adds 9.5 points and 7.0 rebounds per game.
Recent Game Performances
In their recent win against Michigan, Mullins scored 23 points. Demary Jr. also shined with 21 points and 7 rebounds.
Against Gardner-Webb, the team put up a dominant performance with an 86-46 win. Hines was notable with 12 points and 12 rebounds.
Connecticut Huskies Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 2-0 (100.0%)
- SU Last 5: 2-0 (100.0%)
- SU Last 10: 2-0 (100.0%)
- SU All Games: 2-0 (100.0%)
- SU as Favorite: 2-0 (100.0%)
- ATS Last 3: 1-1 (50.0%)
- ATS Last 5: 1-1 (50.0%)
- ATS Last 10: 1-1 (50.0%)
- ATS All Games: 1-1 (50.0%)
- ATS as Favorite: 1-1 (50.0%)
- O/U Last 3: 1-1 (50.0%)
- O/U Last 5: 1-1 (50.0%)
- O/U Last 10: 1-1 (50.0%)
- O/U All Games: 1-1 (50.0%)
Wagner Seahawks: Analyzing the Stats and Trends
Offensive Performance
The Seahawks are scoring 53.5 points per game, which places them at the lower end among teams. They attempt 59.5 field goals each game, making just 31.9% of them.
From beyond the arc, they make 5 threes per game at a rate of 24.4%. Their free throw percentage is 70%, with 10.5 made per game.
Defensive Approach
Wagner averages 4.5 steals per game, a solid performance in that area. They block 5 shots per game but allow 19 fouls on average.
Turnovers are a concern, with 14 per game. Opponents find ways to capitalize on this, leading to losses.
Key Players to Watch
Kareem Watson leads the team with 11 points per game, shooting 43.8% from the field. He also contributes 3 rebounds on average.
Cam Estevez follows closely with 10 points per game. Tajae Jones is strong on the boards, grabbing 8.5 rebounds per game.
Recent Game Insights
Against Miami, Tajae Jones scored 13 points with 11 rebounds. Kareem Watson added 9 points with a 50% shooting rate.
In the game versus Boston College, Kareem Watson was the top scorer with 13 points. Taj Bryant also contributed 10 points and 6 rebounds.
Injury Report
Tajae Jones is out with a back injury. This absence impacts their performance, especially in rebounding.
Wagner Seahawks Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 0-2 (0.0%)
- SU All Games: 0-2 (0.0%)
- ATS Last 3: 1-1 (50.0%)
- ATS All Games: 1-1 (50.0%)
- O/U All Games: 0-2 (0.0%)
Connecticut vs Wagner Prediction: Connecticut -37.5
Connecticut enters this game ranked number 4, while Wagner remains unranked. Connecticut has a strong start with a 2-0 record this season. Wagner has struggled with an 0-2 record and low scoring, averaging 53.5 points per game.
The Huskies display a robust offense, scoring an average of 85.5 points per game. Wagner's defense may face challenges against such a potent team. Connecticut's shooting accuracy and pace are likely to widen the score gap significantly.
While Wagner has won a previous encounter against Connecticut, the Huskies have grown stronger since then. With the game being held at Gampel Pavilion, Connecticut holds a home-court advantage. Wagner's offensive inefficiencies might make it hard for them to keep up.
Considering these factors, Connecticut is likely to cover the -37.5 spread. The projected final score reflects Connecticut's offensive prowess and Wagner's scoring difficulties.
- Connecticut vs Wagner Prediction: Connecticut -37.5
- Connecticut vs Wagner Score: Connecticut 90 - Wagner 50
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