The Loyola Maryland Greyhounds are set to take on the Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers at Knott Arena. This non-conference game will air on ESPN+ at 7:00 PM ET. Both teams are looking for their first win of the season after starting with 0-1 records.
Loyola Maryland struggled in their first game against Georgetown, losing by 22 points. Key players include Sebastien Emenalo, who had 7 points and 8 rebounds, and Carter Berg-McLean, who contributed 4 rebounds and 7 assists. The team will need to improve their shooting percentage to stand a better chance.
Mount St. Mary's is also coming off a loss, falling by 45 points to Xavier. Wilguens Junior Exacte led the team with 12 points and 7 rebounds. The Mountaineers are favored in this matchup with a spread of -6, aiming to capitalize on home-court advantage.
Mount St. Mary's vs Loyola Maryland At a Glance
- Game Location: Knott Arena, Emmitsburg MD
- Date & Time: Friday, November 6, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
- TV Channel: ESPN+
- Loyola Maryland Record: 0-1 for the 2027 regular season
- Mount St. Mary's Record: 0-1 for the 2027 regular season
- Game Odds: Mount St. Mary's favored by 6 points
Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers: A Deep Dive into Their Upcoming Game
Offensive Overview
The Mount St. Mary's Mountaineers have struggled to score, averaging 52.0 points per game. Their shooting accuracy is low, with a field goal percentage of 29.2%. The team attempts 65.0 shots per game but needs to convert more to improve their scoring.
They have a particularly hard time beyond the arc, making just 3.0 three-pointers per game. Their success rate from three-point range is 11.5%, which ranks near the bottom. Improving these numbers will be crucial for their offensive development.
Defensive Performance
Defensively, the Mountaineers have room to grow. They allow a high number of points per game, as seen in their recent loss to Xavier, where they gave up 97 points. The team averages 4.0 blocks and 11.0 steals per game, which shows potential for defensive plays.
However, turnovers are an issue, with 19.0 turnovers per game. The team also commits 23.0 fouls per game, which can lead to easy points for opponents. Reducing these numbers will help in tightening their defensive efforts.
Key Players to Watch
Abdou Khadre Kebe leads the Mountaineers with an average of 13.0 points per game. His field goal percentage is 36.4%, which is one of the better marks on the team. Wilguens Junior Exacte also contributes with 12.0 points and 7.0 rebounds per game.
Anthony Arrington Jr. provides additional support, averaging 7.0 points per game. His field goal percentage stands at 42.9%, indicating efficiency when he takes shots. Cade Orness had a perfect shooting game recently, though with limited attempts.
Injury Concerns
The Mountaineers have a notable absence in Jaxon Hartman, who is out due to an undisclosed injury. His absence impacts the team's depth, especially in the guard position. The team will need others to step up in his place.
Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 0-1 (0.0%)
- SU Last 5: 0-1 (0.0%)
- SU Last 10: 0-1 (0.0%)
- SU All Games: 0-1 (0.0%)
- SU as Underdog: 0-1 (0.0%)
- ATS Last 3: 0-1 (0.0%)
- ATS Last 5: 0-1 (0.0%)
- ATS Last 10: 0-1 (0.0%)
- ATS All Games: 0-1 (0.0%)
- ATS as Underdog: 0-1 (0.0%)
- O/U Last 3: 0-1 (0.0%)
- O/U Last 5: 0-1 (0.0%)
- O/U Last 10: 0-1 (0.0%)
- O/U All Games: 0-1 (0.0%)
Loyola Maryland Greyhounds: An In-Depth Look at the Away Team's Prospects
Current Season Overview
The Loyola Maryland Greyhounds are averaging 58.0 points per game this season. Their pace is slow, with 66.0 possessions per game. They struggle with shooting efficiency, hitting only 38.1% of their field goals.
The team's three-point shooting is a bit better. They make 10.0 three-pointers per game with a percentage of 35.7%. Free throws are a challenge as they have not made any this season.
Key Players to Watch
Leo Ricketts is one of the standout players. He averages 10.0 points per game and has an impressive shooting percentage of 57.1%. Sebastien Emenalo contributes with 7.0 points and 8.0 rebounds per game.
Everett Barnes adds depth to the team with 7.0 points per game. His field goal percentage stands at 50.0%. Robbie Long III provides 6.0 points and 3.0 rebounds per game.
Team Dynamics and Stats
The Greyhounds need to improve their field goal percentage, currently at 38.1%. Their effective field goal percentage is slightly better at 46.0%. They average 35.0 rebounds per game, placing them in the middle range compared to other teams.
Defensively, they excel in steals, with 2.0 per game ranking them 8th nationally. Their block count is 3.0 per game. Turnovers remain a concern with 14.0 per game.
Recent Game Performance
In their recent game against Georgetown, the Greyhounds lost by 22 points. They scored 58 points on 24-of-63 shooting. Carter Berg-McLean played 28 minutes, contributing with 2 points and 7 assists.
Sebastien Emenalo added 7 points and 8 rebounds in the same game. Robbie Long III managed to score 6 points and grab 3 rebounds. The team's field goal percentage in this game was 38.1%.
Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 0-1 (0.0%)
- SU Last 5: 0-1 (0.0%)
- SU Last 10: 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 Last 5: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS Last 10: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS All Games: 1-0 (100.0%)
- ATS as Underdog: 1-0 (100.0%)
- O/U Last 3: 0-1 (0.0%)
- O/U Last 5: 0-1 (0.0%)
- O/U Last 10: 0-1 (0.0%)
- O/U All Games: 0-1 (0.0%)
Mount St. Mary's vs Loyola Maryland Prediction: Under 150.5
Both teams have struggled offensively in their first games of the season. Loyola Maryland averages 58 points per game, while Mount St. Mary's averages 52 points per game. This suggests a low-scoring game.
Their shooting percentages are also low. Loyola Maryland's effective field goal percentage is 46%, while Mount St. Mary's is at 30.8%. These numbers indicate that points will be hard to come by.
Defensively, Loyola Maryland records two steals per game, and Mount St. Mary's has 11 steals per game. This defensive focus could limit scoring opportunities for both sides.
Given the lack of offensive output from both teams, the projected final score is Mount St. Mary's 65, Loyola Maryland 60. This total of 125 points points to an outcome well below the set line.
- Mount St. Mary's vs Loyola Maryland Prediction: Under 150.5
- Mount St. Mary's vs Loyola Maryland Score: Mount St. Mary's 65 - Loyola Maryland 60
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