The Brown Bears and Lehigh Mountain Hawks meet in a non-conference game at Stabler Arena. Brown, from the Ivy League, has started their season with two losses. They will try to secure their first win on the road.
Lehigh, representing the Patriot League, holds a 1-1 record so far. The Mountain Hawks achieved a victory in their only home game this season. They aim to keep their home winning streak alive.
Brown's players like N'Famara Dabo and Jeremiah Jenkins have shown potential in recent games. Lehigh's Joshua Ingram and Hank Alvey have contributed well in their performances. This game will be a test of skill and strategy for both teams.
Lehigh vs Brown At a Glance
- Matchup: Brown Bears vs Lehigh Mountain Hawks
- Venue: Stabler Arena, Bethlehem PA
- Game Date & Time: Sunday, November 8, 2026 at 2:00 PM ET
- TV Channel: ESPN+
- Current Odds: Lehigh favored by 2.5 points
- Brown Record: 0-2 in the 2027 Regular Season
Lehigh Mountain Hawks: Gearing Up for the Next Challenge
Current Team Performance
The Lehigh Mountain Hawks have averaged 69.0 points per game this season. This places them at 297th nationally. Their possessions per game stand at 70.5.
Field goal attempts per game for Lehigh are at 58.5. They have made 36.8% of these shots. Their effective field goal percentage is 41.9.
Offensive Strengths and Weaknesses
Lehigh attempts 35.0 two-point shots each game. Their two-point shooting percentage is 44.3%. The team makes 6.0 three-pointers per game on 23.5 attempts.
The Mountain Hawks excel at the free-throw line, making 20.0 free throws per game. Their free throw percentage is 75.5%. This is a bright spot in their offensive strategy.
Key Players
Joshua Ingram is one of the standout players, averaging 13.5 points per game. He also contributes with 5.5 rebounds and 2.5 assists. His field goal percentage is 35.0%.
Edouard Benoit matches Ingram with 13.5 points per game. He adds 4.5 rebounds. Hank Alvey is another contributor with 12.0 points and a field goal percentage of 50.0%.
Recent Game Performance
In their recent game against Cornell, Lehigh scored 71 points. They shot 37.3% from the field in this game. The team secured a win by 7 points.
Against Saint Louis, Lehigh scored 67 points. Their shooting percentage was 36.2%. They faced a challenging loss by 25 points.
Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 1-1 (50.0%)
- SU as Favorite: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS Last 3: 2-0 (100.0%)
- ATS as Underdog: 1-0 (100.0%)
- O/U Last 3: 1-1 (50.0%)
The Brown Bears: A Season of Challenges and Opportunities
Current Team Performance
The Brown Bears are averaging 61.0 points per game, placing them near the bottom in scoring. Their possession rate is also low, with only 64.2 possessions per game. This suggests a slower-paced style of play.
The team's shooting percentages highlight their struggles. With a field goal percentage of 40.4% and effective field goal percentage of 47.7%, improvement is needed. Their three-point shooting is slightly better, hitting 34.0% from beyond the arc.
Key Players to Watch
Jeremiah Jenkins stands out with 13.0 points per game and an average of 5.0 assists. His shooting percentage is 40.9%, which is close to the team average. Jenkins is also contributing 2.0 steals per game, showing his defensive capabilities.
Brady Loughlin is another key player, averaging 12.0 points per game. He shoots 44.4% from the field and makes 3.0 three-pointers on average. His rebounding is solid, pulling down 4.5 boards per game.
Additional Player Insights
N'Famara Dabo is contributing significantly with 10.5 points and 7.5 rebounds per game. He is shooting 66.7% from the field, which is impressive compared to team averages. His performance on the boards is crucial for the Bears.
Isaiah Langham, though only playing one game, made a noticeable impact with 7.0 points and shooting 40.0%. Ray Cuevas and Jerrell Barron Jr. both provide depth in the guard positions. Their scoring and defensive contributions add value to the roster.
Team Defensive Stats
Defensively, the Bears record 8.0 steals and 1.0 block per game. Their turnover rate is high at 15.5 per game, impacting their overall performance. They average 24.5 fouls, which could be a concern in close games.
Betting Trends
- SU All Games: 0-2 (0.0%)
- ATS All Games: 0-2 (0.0%)
- O/U All Games: 0-2 (0.0%)
Lehigh vs Brown Prediction: Lehigh -2.5
Lehigh is the favored team in this matchup, and there are several factors that support this pick. They have shown a better performance at home with a 1-0 record. Brown, on the other hand, has struggled and has yet to win a game this season.
Looking at the statistics, Lehigh scores more points per game with an average of 69.0 compared to Brown's 61.0. Lehigh also has a more efficient free throw percentage, which can make a difference in close games. This edge in scoring and efficiency is crucial when considering the spread.
Lehigh's against the spread trends indicate they have been reliable, covering in their last two games. Brown has not covered the spread this season, showing inconsistency. Given these factors, Lehigh -2.5 seems the more reliable pick.
With these considerations, the predicted final score is Lehigh 68 - Brown 62. This score reflects Lehigh's ability to perform better offensively and leverage their home court advantage.
- Lehigh vs Brown Prediction: Lehigh -2.5
- Lehigh vs Brown Score: Lehigh 68 - Brown 62
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