- Matchup: Fairfield Stags vs. Bryant Bulldogs
- Date: Sunday, November 8, 2026
- Venue: Chace Athletic Center, Smithfield, RI
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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This Sunday, the Bryant Bulldogs (1-1) will host the Fairfield Stags (0-1) at the Chace Athletic Center, aiming for a victory.
In their last outing, the Fairfield Stags faced off against Vermont, suffering a defeat with a final score of 79-67. Fairfield shot 39.3% from the field (24 of 61) and struggled beyond the arc, making just 4 of 25 three-point attempts. However, they excelled at the free-throw line, converting 15 of 16 attempts for a stellar 93.8%. On the boards, the Stags secured 25 rebounds, including 9 on offense. They recorded 9 assists and forced 14 turnovers while adding 7 steals. Defensively, Fairfield allowed their opponents to shoot a high 53.4% from the field (31 of 58). Vermont had 11 assists, 2 steals, and grabbed 34 rebounds (11 offensive and 23 defensive), with no blocks recorded. At the free-throw line, Vermont made 9 of 14 attempts (64.3%) and shot 40% from three-point territory (8 of 20). The Stags committed 15 fouls, while Vermont had 16.
Declan Wucherpfennig was significant in the game, posting an impressive 64.3% from the field along with 2 assists. He played 38 minutes, grabbed 8 rebounds, and scored 25 points on 9 of 14 shooting.
Entering this matchup, Fairfield holds a record of 0-1 for the season. They average 67.0 points per game, ranking 285th nationally, and are shooting 39.3% from the field. Their three-point shooting is at a dismal 16.0% (4 of 25), but they excel at the free-throw line with a 93.8% success rate. The Stags average 30.0 rebounds and have tallied 9 assists, placing them 355th in the nation for assists per game. They are turning the ball over 8.0 times and committing 15.0 fouls per game.
Defensively, fairs hold opponents to 14.0 turnovers per game and draw an average of 16.0 personal fouls. They concede 40.0% from three-point range and rank 266th in points allowed per game (79.0). Defensively, they allow a field goal percentage of 53.4% (31 of 58) and give up an average of 39.0 rebounds, ranking 50th in the nation for assists allowed with 11.
In their last game, the Bryant Bulldogs fell to Quinnipiac, 66-56. The Bulldogs collected a total of 29 rebounds (12 offensive and 17 defensive) and turned the ball over 12 times while achieving 7 steals. Quinnipiac committed 15 fouls, allowing the Bulldogs to have 13 free-throw attempts, converting 7 for a 53.8% success rate. From long range, Bryant made 7 out of 30 attempts (23.3%). At the conclusion of the game, the Bulldogs shot 21 of 61 from the field for a 34.4% rate. Quinnipiac shot 25 of 56 (44.6%) from the field and 53.3% (8 of 15) from the three-point line while finishing 8 of 18 at the free-throw line (44.4%). Defensively, Bryant allowed 38 total rebounds, including 14 on the offensive end.
Keegan Harvey played a crucial role for the Bulldogs, scoring 14 points on 6 of 12 shooting (50.0%), while also contributing 5 rebounds and 1 assist over 32 minutes of play.
Bryant’s record stands at 1-1 this season. The Bulldogs have struggled offensively, shooting only 37.3% from the floor (318th in college basketball). They’ve scored 136 points this season with an average of 38.0 rebounds per game. Their assist numbers sit at 13.0 per game (ranked 234th), alongside an average of 13.0 turnovers per game. Bryant also commits 20.5 fouls per contest while hitting 65.8% of their free-throw attempts.
On defense, Bryant holds opponents to 33.3% from beyond the arc (14 of 42) and concedes a free-throw rate of 58.0%. They allow an average of 13.5 assists and 39.5 rebounds per game, ranked 221st and 283rd, respectively. With 70.5 points allowed per game, they sit at 177th in Division I basketball. Bryant forces 15.5 turnovers while permitting teams to shoot 40.8% from the field (180th in college).
Who will emerge victorious in tonight’s NCAA game against the spread?
Prediction: Support Bryant for the win!
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