The Colgate Raiders are set to meet the Drexel Dragons at the Daskalakis Athletic Center in Philadelphia. Both teams are aiming for their first win of the season after starting with losses. Colgate lost to the Washington Huskies, while Drexel fell to the Virginia Cavaliers.
Colgate's Andrew Alekseyenko stood out in their previous game, scoring 25 points with 11 rebounds. Parker Jones and Sam Wright contributed with 17 points each. The Raiders will rely on these players to improve their performance against Drexel.
On the Drexel side, LaDricus Pittman and Latief Lorenzano-White were key players in their last game, each scoring 11 points. Josh Reed played a supportive role with 6 points and 4 rebounds. Drexel will look to these individuals to lead them to victory at home.
Drexel vs Colgate At a Glance
- Matchup: Colgate Raiders vs Drexel Dragons
- Venue: Daskalakis Athletic Center, Philadelphia PA
- Date & Time: Saturday, November 7, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET
- TV Channel: FloC
- Colgate Record: 0-1 for the 2027 Regular Season
- Drexel Record: 0-1 for the 2027 Regular Season
Drexel Dragons: A Look at the Season Ahead
Offensive Overview
The Drexel Dragons' offense has room for improvement this season. With an average of 60 points per game, they rank low in scoring. Their field goal attempts per game are also on the lower side.
Despite these challenges, they show promise from beyond the arc. The team makes an average of 8 three-pointers per game, indicating potential in outside shooting.
Key Players to Watch
Latief Lorenzano-White leads the scoring for Drexel with 11 points in the recent game. His shooting accuracy stands out with a 71.4% field goal percentage. He also contributes defensively with a steal and a block.
LaDricus Pittman is another key player for Drexel. He matches Lorenzano-White's scoring with 11 points per game and adds value with 4 assists. His shooting percentage is 42.9%, showing a balanced offensive contribution.
Defensive Strengths and Weaknesses
Drexel’s defense records 8 steals and 4 blocks per game. These stats reflect their ability to challenge opposing offenses. However, turnovers remain an issue, with 21 per game.
Fouling is also a concern, as they commit 18 fouls per game. Improving discipline in these areas could strengthen their defensive performance.
Recent Game Performance
In their recent game against Virginia, Drexel scored 60 points. They faced a tough opponent and lost by 29 points. Players like Latief Lorenzano-White and LaDricus Pittman showed individual promise.
Josh Reed contributed with 6 points, 4 rebounds, and 4 assists. Despite the loss, these performances highlight areas where Drexel can build on for future games.
Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 0-1 (0.0%)
- SU All Games: 0-1 (0.0%)
- SU as Underdog: 0-1 (0.0%)
- ATS Last 3: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS All Games: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS as Underdog: 1-0 (100.0%)
- O/U Last 3: 1-0 (100.0%)
Colgate Raiders Look to Bounce Back in Upcoming Game
Offensive Overview
The Colgate Raiders are averaging 76.0 points per game. Their field goal percentage stands at 44.3%, and they are attempting about 61 field goals each game. The team has a 31.8% success rate from the three-point line.
The Raiders have been taking 22 three-point shots per game. In terms of free throws, they are making 13 per game but with a low percentage of 50.0%. Their offensive strategy involves a good mix of two-point and three-point attempts.
Defensive Insights
On the defensive end, the Raiders average 4.0 steals and 2.0 blocks per game. They have a turnover rate of 10 per game. Fouling has been an issue, with the team committing 23 fouls per game.
The defense aims to apply pressure through steals and blocks. Limiting fouls will be key for them to improve their defensive stance in upcoming games.
Key Players to Watch
Andrew Alekseyenko is leading the team with 25.0 points per game. He also averages 11.0 rebounds and 4.0 assists, making him a central figure in both scoring and playmaking. Parker Jones contributes 17.0 points and shows efficiency with a 54.5% field goal percentage.
Sam Wright adds 15.0 points per game and has a high shooting accuracy of 57.1%. Josh Ahayere and Kingston McKoy also provide additional support on the court, offering depth to the team's lineup.
Recent Game Recap
The Raiders recently played against the Washington Huskies and lost by 14 points, with the final score being 90-76. Andrew Alekseyenko led the effort with 25 points and 11 rebounds. Despite the loss, the team's key players showed strong individual performances.
Parker Jones and Sam Wright also contributed significantly, scoring 17 points each. The Raiders will aim to translate these individual successes into a team victory in their next game.
Team Betting Trends
- SU All Games: 0-1 (0.0%)
- ATS All Games: 1-0 (100.0%)
- O/U All Games: 1-0 (100.0%)
These trends indicate that the Raiders have not won straight up but covered the spread in their last game. Their games have also gone over the set total so far this season.
Drexel vs Colgate Prediction: Over 146.5
Colgate scores 76 points per game while Drexel scores 60. This sums up to 136 points, which is below the set line of 146.5. However, Colgate has a faster pace of play with 69.1 possessions per game.
Drexel has shown a higher pace with 75.3 possessions per game, which could increase the scoring opportunities. If both teams maintain their possession stats, the total score should increase.
Both teams also have defensive weaknesses, with high foul numbers. This can lead to extra free throw opportunities, potentially adding more points to the total score.
Considering the factors, the combined scoring and defensive weaknesses, this game might go over the total set at 146.5 points. The projected final score is Colgate 80 - Drexel 75.
- Drexel vs Colgate Prediction: Over 146.5
- Drexel vs Colgate Score: Colgate 80 - Drexel 75
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