- Matchup: Niagara Purple Eagles vs VCU Rams
- Scheduled Date: Monday, December 15, 2025
- Venue: Siegel Center, Richmond, VA
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Niagara Purple Eagles (2-7) will travel to Siegel Center on Monday to face off against the VCU Rams (6-3).
In their most recent game, the Niagara Purple Eagles were defeated by St. Peter’s, falling 71-43. The Purple Eagles committed 11 fouls compared to St. Peter’s 17. They successfully made 8 of their 20 attempts from beyond the arc. St. Peter’s converted 11 of 14 free throws, achieving a shooting percentage of 78.6%. Additionally, St. Peter’s secured 31 rebounds (10 offensive and 21 defensive) but did not register any blocks. They recorded 13 assists alongside 13 steals. Defensively, Niagara allowed the opposing team to hit 47.3% of their shots, converting 26 out of 55 attempts. They produced 8 assists, forced 9 turnovers, and made 5 steals. Niagara totaled 27 rebounds, including 8 offensive boards, and shot 85.7% from the free throw line, making 12 of 14 attempts. Overall, the Purple Eagles posted a field goal percentage of 31.1% (14 out of 45) while making 3 of their 16 three-point shots.
Justin Hawkins significantly contributed to his team’s effort, scoring 10 points on 4 of 9 shooting. He played 23 minutes, gathered 3 rebounds, and provided 2 assists, achieving a shooting percentage of 44.4%.
Currently, Niagara holds a 2-7 record this season. They struggle with turnovers, averaging 12.9 per game while committing 16.3 fouls. The team averages 28.3 rebounds per game and has generated 105 assists this season, ranking 341st in the nation for assists. The Purple Eagles are shooting just 29.3% from three-point range (56 of 191) and 70.3% from the free throw line. They average a mere 60.1 points per game (361st in college basketball) with a field goal percentage of 40.2%.
Defensively, Niagara forces 10.9 turnovers per contest while averaging 17.9 personal fouls. They rank 198th nationally with 129 assists allowed this season. The defense permits a field goal percentage of 46.5% (228 of 490) and 36.0 rebounds per game. The Purple Eagles allow opponents to shoot 38.2% from three-point distance and are positioned 235th in Division 1 for points allowed per game at 75.2.
In their last outing, the VCU Rams fell short against New Mexico, ending the game with a score of 81-78. The Rams recorded 33 rebounds (15 offensive and 18 defensive) but also committed 9 turnovers while making 9 steals. New Mexico was penalized with 21 personal fouls, leading the Rams to shoot 28 free throws, converting 23 for an 82.1% success rate. From three-point range, VCU connected on 7 of their 26 attempts (26.9%). They concluded the game shooting 24 of 62 from the field, achieving a 38.7% shooting percentage, while allowing New Mexico to hit 27 of 54 shots (50.0% shooting). VCU permitted New Mexico to shoot 44.4% from three, hitting 8 out of 18 attempts, and finished the game with an impressive 19 of 22 from the free throw line (86.4%). The Rams allowed New Mexico 29 total rebounds, with 6 on the offensive end.
Nyk Lewis played a pivotal role for the Rams, scoring 14 points on 5 of 11 shooting (45.5%), along with 3 rebounds in his 25 minutes on the court, contributing 1 assist.
This season, VCU holds a 6-3 record. Offensively, they shoot 45.0% from the floor, ranking them 207th in the nation. The Rams have accumulated 759 points this season (84.3 points per game) and grab 39.2 rebounds per game. They average 15.4 assists per game (ranked 137th) while losing possession on 12.9 turnovers. VCU commits an average of 18.6 personal fouls per game and makes 69.8% of their free throw attempts.
Defensively, VCU allows a 3-point shooting percentage of 33.1% (55 of 166), with opponents converting 71.0% of their charity stripe attempts. They permit an average of 12.2 assists and 36.7 total rebounds per game, ranking 114th and 265th in those categories, respectively. The Rams rank 131st in points allowed per game at 70.9, while forcing 14.4 turnovers and allowing opponents to shoot 41.1% from the field (94th in college basketball).
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NCAA matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Select Niagara
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