- Matchup: Fairleigh Dickinson Knights vs Wagner Seahawks
- Date: Saturday, January 31, 2026
- Venue: Spiro Sports Center, Staten Island, NY
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Fairleigh Dickinson Knights (7-14) are set to clash with the Wagner Seahawks (6-12) this Saturday at Spiro Sports Center.
In their previous outing, the Fairleigh Dickinson Knights faced Le Moyne, suffering a defeat with a score of 87-74. The Knights ended the game with a field goal percentage of 33.8% (22 of 65) and struggled from three-point range, hitting only 4 of 28 attempts. They excelled at the free-throw line, converting 26 of 31, translating to an impressive 83.9%. On the boards, they secured 34 rebounds, including 15 on the offensive end, and registered 11 assists while forcing their opponents into 11 turnovers, resulting in 6 steals. Defensively, Fairleigh Dickinson allowed Le Moyne to shoot 60.5% from the field, as the opposition connected on 26 of 43 attempts. Le Moyne dished out 7 assists, registered 2 steals, and recorded 30 total rebounds (2 offensive, 28 defensive) without any blocks. They also shot well from the free-throw line, making 22 of 28 for a 78.6% success rate and were effective behind the arc, converting 13 of 21 attempts. The foul count was heavily loaded against Fairleigh Dickinson, accumulating 19 fouls compared to Le Moyne’s 23.
One standout performer for the Knights was Taeshaud Jackson, who finished the game with 15 points on 4 of 11 shooting (36.4%), collected 8 rebounds, and played for 23 minutes, although he did not register any assists.
Currently, Fairleigh Dickinson bears a 7-14 record this season. They are scoring an average of 69.1 points per game (325th nationally) while shooting 40.7% from the floor. The Knights are converting 31.1% of their three-point attempts (183 of 588) and hitting free throws at a rate of 70.9%. The team is averaging 35.9 rebounds per game and has accumulated 259 assists on the season, ranking 296th in the country. Fairleigh Dickinson is committed to 12.0 turnovers per game and averages 17.6 personal fouls.
On defense, the Knights are averaging 11.9 forced turnovers per game while drawing 17.4 fouls. They rank 152nd nationwide in assists surrendered, with 271 given up this season. The Knights are allowing opponents to shoot at a rate of 46.5% (524 of 1,127) and are giving up 33.0 rebounds per game. They also allow a 37.1% success rate on three-point attempts and rank 139th in PPG allowed (72.2).
In their last game, Wagner Seahawks faced a close loss to Le Moyne, finishing 69-67. Wagner allowed Le Moyne to gather 33 rebounds overall, with 14 on the offensive end. They shot 33.3% (7 of 21) from three-point territory and converted 24 of 34 free throws (70.6%). Le Moyne shot 19 of 52 from the field for a percentage of 36.5%. Ultimately, Wagner shot 26 of 53 from the field at 49.1% and connected on 42.1% of their three-point attempts (8 of 19). They made 7 of their 12 free-throw attempts, translating to a shooting percentage of 58.3%. Le Moyne was assessed 15 fouls, leading to Wagner’s total of 12 free-throw attempts. The Seahawks committed 12 turnovers while earning 5 steals during the match, collecting 24 defensive boards and 9 offensive rebounds for a total of 33.
Nick Jones notably contributed for the Seahawks, scoring 13 points in 35 minutes and recording 3 assists. He finished the game with a field goal percentage of 38.5% (5 of 13) and grabbed 5 rebounds.
Wagner holds a record of 6-12 this season. Offensively, they are shooting 45.7% from the field, placing them 159th nationally. The Seahawks have scored 1,325 points this season (73.6 per game) and average 37.9 rebounds. They distribute 13.9 assists per game (206th in college basketball) and commit 13.5 turnovers. Wagner averages 19.5 personal fouls and converts 70.5% of their free-throw attempts.
Defensively, Wagner ranks 203rd in college basketball, allowing 74.2 points per game. They force 10.6 turnovers per game and permit opponents to shoot 42.4% from the field (102nd in college). Teams are shooting 34.5% from beyond the arc against Wagner (139 of 403), while free-throw shooting against them stands at 73.4%. They give up an average of 14.2 assists and 34.0 rebounds per game, ranking 248th and 155th, respectively, in college basketball.
Who will come out on top in this NCAA matchup against the spread?
Prediction: Back Fairleigh Dickinson
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