The Cornell Big Red will take on the St. Bonaventure Bonnies in a regular season game at the Reilly Center. Cornell comes into this game with a 2-1 record, having secured both wins at home and one loss on the road. St. Bonaventure stands at 1-1, with a win on the road and a loss at home.
Cornell showed strong performances at home, including a 99-59 win against Keuka Wolves. Players like Quinn Gibson and Jacob Beccles have made significant contributions, with Gibson delivering a notable performance against Keuka. Their away game against Lehigh saw a loss by seven points, highlighting the need for improvements on the road.
The Bonnies recently enjoyed a dominant victory over Canisius, winning 88-49. Players like Ari Fulton and Zach Philipkoski were instrumental in this performance. However, their home game against Youngstown State resulted in a loss, indicating areas for growth on their home court. St. Bonaventure is favored for this game with a spread of -8.5.
St. Bonaventure vs Cornell At a Glance
- Matchup Date and Time: Wednesday, November 11, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
- Location: Reilly Center, Saint Bonaventure NY
- TV Channel: ESPN+
- St. Bonaventure Record: 1-1 for the 2027 regular season
- Cornell Record: 2-1 for the 2027 regular season
- Game Odds Favorite: St. Bonaventure with a spread of -8.5
Inside the Numbers: St. Bonaventure Bonnies Game Preview
Offensive Overview
The Bonnies are scoring an average of 79.5 points per game. They attempt about 59.5 field goals each game, making 51.3% of them. Their effective field goal percentage stands at 57.1%.
From beyond the arc, the team hits 40.0% of their shots. They make about 7 three-pointers per game. The Bonnies attempt 17.5 three-pointers each outing.
Defensive Performance
On defense, the Bonnies record 8.5 steals per game. They also manage to block about 6 shots each game. Their defense forces an average of 12 turnovers per game.
The team averages 16.5 fouls per game. They allow opponents limited scoring opportunities. This has been a point of emphasis for their defensive strategy.
Key Players
Zach Philipkoski is a standout with an average of 22 points per game. He also contributes 4 assists and shoots 75% from the field. His scoring ability is vital to the Bonnies' offense.
Benjamin Bill adds 12.5 points and 7 rebounds per game. His field goal percentage is an impressive 84.6%. He plays a crucial role in the team's inside game.
Injury Concerns
Mason Blackwood is questionable due to a foot injury. His presence on the court is uncertain. Joe Grahovac is also dealing with a leg injury and is questionable to play.
Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 1-1 (50.0%)
- SU Last 5: 1-1 (50.0%)
- SU All Games: 1-1 (50.0%)
- ATS Last 3: 1-1 (50.0%)
- ATS All Games: 1-1 (50.0%)
- O/U Last 3: 0-2 (0.0%)
What to Expect from Cornell Big Red This Season
Offensive Analysis
Cornell averages 83 points per game, which ranks them 153rd in the country. The team attempts 62.7 field goals each game, with a shooting percentage of 46.3. Their effective field goal percentage is 55.9, placing them at 115th nationally.
The Big Red shows a preference for three-point shots, attempting 33.7 per game. They make 12 of these, which ranks them 34th. Their three-point shooting accuracy stands at 35.6 percent.
Defensive Overview
Cornell struggles defensively, with only 8.7 steals per game, ranking 338th. They also average 4.7 blocks each game, placing them at 385th. The team faces challenges with turnovers, committing 13.7 per game.
Fouling is another area of concern, as they average 19.3 fouls each game. This rank is quite low, at 318th. These defensive issues might impact their performance as the season progresses.
Key Players
Jacob Beccles plays a vital role, averaging 13 points and 3 rebounds per game. His field goal percentage is 48.1. Mateen Rafiq also contributes, scoring 11.3 points with a shooting percentage of 48.0.
Quinn Gibson is notable for his rebounding, grabbing 8.3 boards per game. He adds 9.3 points with a shooting percentage of 46.4. Anthony Nimani adds depth with 9 points and 3 assists per game.
Recent Performance
Cornell recently won against Keuka Wolves with a score of 99-59. They also secured a close victory over Pepperdine Waves, 86-85. However, they lost to Lehigh Mountain Hawks, 71-64.
In the game against Keuka, Quinn Gibson stood out with 11 points and 10 rebounds. Jacob Beccles and Kaspar Sepp were key in the Pepperdine win, scoring 19 and 13 points respectively.
Betting Trends
- SU Last 3: 2-1 (66.7%)
- SU Last 5: 2-1 (66.7%)
- SU Last 10: 2-1 (66.7%)
- SU All Games: 2-1 (66.7%)
- SU as Underdog: 1-1 (50.0%)
- ATS Last 3: 1-1-1 (33.3%)
- ATS Last 5: 1-1-1 (33.3%)
- ATS Last 10: 1-1-1 (33.3%)
- ATS All Games: 1-1-1 (33.3%)
- ATS as Underdog: 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%)
St. Bonaventure vs Cornell Prediction: Over 156.5
Cornell is averaging 83.0 points per game this season. They are playing at a high tempo with 73.1 possessions per game. This indicates their style results in high-scoring contests.
St. Bonaventure scores an average of 79.5 points per game. Their effective field goal percentage is 57.1%. This efficiency suggests they can contribute significantly to a high total score.
The over/under line is set at 156.5. Both teams' offensive stats hint that they can reach this mark. This game should see a lot of action on the offensive end.
A projected final score of St. Bonaventure 84 - Cornell 79 supports the over. Both teams’ scoring capabilities are likely to push the total over the line.
- St. Bonaventure vs Cornell Prediction: Over 156.5
- St. Bonaventure vs Cornell Score: St. Bonaventure 84 - Cornell 79
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