- Matchup: Niagara Purple Eagles vs. Bowling Green Falcons
- Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026
- Venue: Stroh Center, Bowling Green, OH
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Bowling Green Falcons (2-0) will host the Niagara Purple Eagles (0-2) on Thursday at the Stroh Center.
In their most recent outing, the Niagara Purple Eagles were defeated by Morgan State with a final score of 73-67. The Purple Eagles recorded a field goal percentage of 34.0% (18 of 53) and made 10 out of 29 attempts from beyond the arc. At the charity stripe, they converted 21 out of 30 free throws, achieving a success rate of 70.0%. Niagara secured 29 rebounds, with 7 being offensive, and tallied 13 assists while committing 16 turnovers and recording 7 steals. Defensively, the Purple Eagles allowed their opponent to shoot 33.3% from the field (21 of 63). Morgan State accumulated 7 assists and 10 steals, while pulling down a total of 42 rebounds (15 offensive, 27 defensive) without any blocks. Morgan State’s free throw shooting was impressive, as they made 23 of 27 attempts for an 85.2% success rate, while also hitting 8 of 21 three-point shots. Niagara accounted for 22 personal fouls, compared to 25 from Morgan State.
Ruey Ruey made a notable contribution during the game, shooting 37.5% from the field and dishing out 3 assists. In 26 minutes of play, he grabbed 4 rebounds and scored 15 points on 3 of 8 shooting.
Niagara enters this matchup with an overall record of 0-2 this season. They average 56.5 points per game (357th in Division I), shooting at a rate of 37.8%. The Purple Eagles connect on 36.7% of their three-point attempts (18 of 49) and a mere 61.8% from the free throw line. Collectively, the team averages 26.5 rebounds per game and has registered 22 assists for the season, ranking 334th nationally in assists per game. They turn the ball over 19.5 times per game and commit 19.0 fouls on average.
On defense, the Purple Eagles force 13.0 turnovers per game while committing 19.5 fouls. They rank 106th in Division I, allowing 24 assists to their opponents. Defensively, they surrender a shooting percentage of 42.7% (53 of 124) and give up an average of 39.0 rebounds per game. Opponents shoot 41.2% from three-point range against them, and they rank 301st in Division I for points allowed per game (82.0).
In their last game, the Bowling Green Falcons emerged victorious with a score of 95-79 over Cleveland State. They grabbed 18 defensive rebounds and 7 offensive boards for a total of 25. The Falcons committed just 8 turnovers and obtained 5 steals during the match. Cleveland State was called for 21 fouls, allowing Bowling Green to shoot 17 free throws, converting 15 for an impressive 88.2%. The Falcons hit 50.0% of their three-point attempts, making 14 out of 28, and finished the game shooting 60.0% overall from the floor (33 of 55). Cleveland State managed to make 31 of 51 field goal attempts, shooting 60.8%. The Falcons let Cleveland State collect 21 rebounds overall, with 6 coming from the offensive end.
For Bowling Green, Makhi Leach had a standout performance, scoring 22 points in 35 minutes of play while dishing out 8 assists. His shooting was effective, converting 7 of 13 attempts for a field goal percentage of 53.8%, along with securing 4 rebounds.
As of now, Bowling Green holds a record of 2-0 this season. They average 16.5 fouls per game and maintain a free throw shooting percentage of 67.4%. Their assist average stands at 15.5 per game (165th nationally) with 10.5 turnovers on average. The Falcons have scored a total of 171 points this season (85.5 per game) and average 33.5 rebounds per contest. Offensively, they are shooting at a high rate of 54.5%, ranking 18th in college basketball.
The defensive statistics for Bowling Green indicate they allow 42.3% shooting on three-pointers (22 of 52) and have opponents hitting 55.2% from the foul line. They permit an average of 13.5 assists and 25.0 rebounds per game, placing them 225th and 9th respectively in college basketball. Bowling Green ranks 241st in points per game allowed, surrendering 76.0. They have managed to force 10.5 turnovers per game while letting opponents shoot 49.6% from the field (328th in college hoops).
Who will come out on top in tonight’s NCAA matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Bet on Bowling Green
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