- Matchup: LIU Sharks vs La Salle Explorers
- Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
- Venue: John Glaser Arena, Philadelphia, PA
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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On Saturday, the La Salle Explorers (0-1) will face off against the LIU Sharks (0-2) at the John Glaser Arena.
In their most recent match, the LIU Sharks were defeated by Seton Hall with a score of 67-60. LIU posted a field goal percentage of 36.4% (20 out of 55 attempts) and hit 5 of 21 three-point attempts. From the free throw line, they converted 15 of 18 shots for an impressive 83.3%. The Sharks secured a total of 27 rebounds, including 7 offensive boards, while recording 13 assists and forcing 16 turnovers. Defensively, they allowed their opponents a 40.8% shooting percentage from the field (20 of 49). Seton Hall managed 14 assists and 9 steals during the game, while gathering 37 rebounds (9 offensive, 28 defensive), without any blocks. Seton Hall was 75.0% from the free throw line, hitting 21 of 28 attempts, and converted 6 of 21 shots from beyond the arc. In terms of fouls, LIU committed 21 while Seton Hall committed 15.
Vasean Allette emerged as a key player in the last game, shooting 50.0% from the field with 5 assists and pulling down 7 rebounds, contributing 20 points on 6 of 12 shooting in 38 minutes of play.
LIU approaches this matchup with an overall record of 0-2 for the season. The team averages 14.5 turnovers per game and commits 23.5 personal fouls on average. As a collective, LIU grabs 33.5 rebounds per game and has made 22 assists so far, ranking them 141st in Division 1 for assists. This season, the Sharks have struggled from beyond the arc, making only 22.0% of their three-point attempts (9 of 41) and converting 73.0% from the charity stripe. They average a mere 60.0 points per game, placing them 316th nationally, and are shooting 38.2% from the field.
Defensively, the Sharks are causing 13.0 turnovers each game while committing 16.5 fouls. They allow opponents a 22.6% success rate from three-point range and rank 184th in the country for points allowed per game at 70.5. LIU has given up a 40.5% shooting percentage (45 of 111) and surrenders 41.5 rebounds per contest, landing them 262nd in D-1 for assists allowed, with 21 given up this season.
In their last outing, the La Salle Explorers suffered a blowout loss to Houston, ending the game at 94-55. The Explorers permitted Houston to grab 41 total rebounds (12 offensive). La Salle managed to shoot 35.7% from behind the arc, hitting 5 of 14 attempts and going 27 out of 37 from the free throw line (73.0%). Houston converted 31 of 57 shots from the field for a 54.4% shooting percentage. La Salle shot 15 of 60 from the floor overall, equating to 25.0%. When attempting three-pointers, they converted 8 of 39 (20.5%). La Salle capitalized on Houston’s 20 fouls to earn 23 free throw attempts, while committing 18 turnovers and recording 6 steals. The Explorers secured a total of 23 rebounds, comprised of 14 defensive and 9 offensive.
Kam Burton was a notable contributor for La Salle in this game, shooting 4 of 12 for a field goal percentage of 33.3% and collecting 2 rebounds for a total of 15 points in 29 minutes, without any assists.
The Explorers currently hold a record of 0-1 this season. Offensively, La Salle is struggling at 25.0% shooting from the field, ranking 360th nationally. They have scored a total of 55 points, averaging 32.0 rebounds per game. With 11.0 assists per contest (286th in the country) and 19.0 turnovers each game, they also average 26.0 personal fouls, while converting 73.9% at the free throw line.
Defensively, La Salle allows opponents to shoot at 35.7% from three-point range and pairs it with a 73.0% conversion rate at the free throw line. They give up 21.0 assists and 47.0 rebounds per game, ranking 353rd and 349th in college basketball, respectively. La Salle’s defense is 340th nationally in points allowed (94.0) and forces 13.0 turnovers per game while allowing teams to shoot 54.4% from the field (342nd in D-1).
Who will triumph in tonight’s NCAA game against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on LIU
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