The Cincinnati Bearcats will take on the Dayton Flyers at UD Arena on November 14, 2026. Cincinnati comes into the game with a 2-1 record in the current season. Dayton holds a 1-2 record as they look to improve on their home performance.
Cincinnati's Tylen Riley leads with impressive performances, scoring 25 points in a recent game against Minnesota. Myles Colvin also showed strong play, putting up 28 points in the win over Green Bay. The Bearcats are favorites in this matchup with a spread of -6.5.
Dayton's Aiden Derkack has been a standout, scoring 25 points and grabbing 10 rebounds against Siena. Amaël L'Etang and Tristian Ford have also contributed with consistent scoring efforts. Despite their underdog status, the Flyers aim to capitalize on their home-court advantage.
Dayton vs Cincinnati At a Glance
- Matchup: Cincinnati Bearcats vs Dayton Flyers
- Venue: UD Arena, Dayton OH
- Date & Time: Saturday, November 14, 2026 at 7:30 PM ET
- TV Channel: ESPN+
- Cincinnati Record: 2-1 in the 2027 regular season
- Dayton Record: 1-2 in the 2027 regular season
Dayton Flyers: Home Court Advantage Preview
Offensive Performance
The Dayton Flyers have shown a solid offensive output this season. They score an average of 84.7 points per game. Their field goal percentage is at 49.4%, a noteworthy stat ranking them 77th in the nation.
Dayton's strength lies in their two-point shooting. They hit 62.6% of their shots inside the arc, placing them 37th. This efficiency is key to their offensive success.
Defensive Challenges
Defensively, the Flyers struggle with fouls. They average 22.7 fouls per game, which is a concern. This high number could lead to giving opponents more free throw opportunities.
Another area for improvement is turnovers. Dayton commits 14.3 turnovers per game, impacting their defensive effectiveness.
Key Players
Aiden Derkack leads the team with 22 points per game. His field goal percentage stands at an impressive 66.7%. Aiden also contributes 10.3 rebounds per game, providing a strong presence on the boards.
Amaël L'Etang adds 15 points and 7 rebounds per game. He holds a 65.2% field goal percentage, making him a reliable option on offense. Tristian Ford contributes 13 points per game, offering additional scoring support.
Recent Performance
In their recent game against Siena Saints, Dayton scored 89 points. Despite this, they lost by 10 points, highlighting defensive issues. Aiden Derkack stood out with 25 points and 10 rebounds in that game.
Dayton's last win was against NJIT Highlanders. They secured a 31-point victory, scoring 89 points. Their strong shooting performance was key in that win.
Injury Report
Zaide Lowery is currently questionable due to a foot injury. His availability could impact the team's depth. The Flyers will need to adjust if he is unable to play.
Dayton Flyers Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 1-2 (33.3%)
- SU Last 5: 1-2 (33.3%)
- SU All Games: 1-2 (33.3%)
- ATS Last 3: 1-2 (33.3%)
- O/U Last 3: 3-0 (100.0%)
Cincinnati Bearcats Ready to Challenge Opponent
Offensive Analysis
The Cincinnati Bearcats average 73.7 points per game this season. Their field goal percentage sits at 44.0%. This team struggles with free throws, hitting only 69.2% from the line.
Three-point shooting is an area of concern for Cincinnati. They make 8.3 threes per game with a low percentage of 29.1%. In terms of assists, they average 17.7 per game.
Defensive Insights
Defensively, the Bearcats record 10.7 steals per game. They also manage 5.0 blocks per game. Fouling has been a challenge, averaging 15.7 fouls per game.
Turnovers remain an issue, with the team averaging 11.3 per game. Rebounding is another weak spot, as they grab 35.0 boards per game.
Key Players
Myles Colvin leads the Bearcats with 12.0 points and 6.0 rebounds per game. He shoots 44.0% from the field. Tylen Riley also averages 12.0 points while dishing out 3.7 assists per game.
MJ Collins Jr. contributes 11.0 points and 2.7 assists per game. Eric Mahaffey is efficient, shooting 69.2% from the field while adding 8.0 points per game.
Recent Performances
In their last outing, Cincinnati fell short against Minnesota, losing 63-61. Tylen Riley scored 25 points in that game. Earlier, the Bearcats secured a 81-64 win over Green Bay, with Myles Colvin scoring 28 points.
Their season began with a 79-53 victory against American, with David Iweze and Akai Fleming playing key roles. Cincinnati's current record stands at 2-1.
Injury Concerns
Jayden Hastings is questionable with a shoulder injury. Javontae Campbell's availability is also uncertain due to an undisclosed injury.
Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 2-1 (66.7%)
- ATS Last 3: 1-2 (33.3%)
- O/U Last 3: 0-3 (0.0%)
Dayton vs Cincinnati Prediction: Over 147.5
Dayton scores about 84.7 points per game, showing they can put up points. Their games also tend to go over, as shown by their 3-0 record on overs this season. This suggests that Dayton’s style leads to higher scoring games.
Cincinnati averages 73.7 points per game, which is lower than Dayton, but they have the capacity to score. While Cincinnati games have not gone over yet, Dayton's high-scoring pace might push the total up. The combination of both teams’ scoring capabilities supports an over pick.
In their recent meetings, scoring has been moderate, but Dayton's offensive output this season suggests a shift. Their strong offensive stats, paired with Cincinnati’s potential, could lead to a high-scoring game. A total over 147.5 looks likely.
The predicted score for this matchup could be around Dayton 78 - Cincinnati 76. This score suggests a close contest with a total of 154, going over the set line.
- Dayton vs Cincinnati Prediction: Over 147.5
- Dayton vs Cincinnati Score: Dayton 78 - Cincinnati 76
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