- Matchup: LIU Sharks vs. Fordham Rams
- Event Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025
- Venue: Rose Hill Gym, Bronx, NY
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Fordham Rams (3-2) are set to face off against the LIU Sharks (3-1) at Rose Hill Gym this Thursday.
Recently, the LIU Sharks triumphed over James Madison with a score of 88-79. In terms of personal fouls, the Sharks logged 15 while James Madison recorded 16. LIU’s long-range shooting was notable, making 7 of their 16 attempts. James Madison struggled from the free throw line, hitting 8 of 14 shots for 57.1%. The Dukes secured 32 total rebounds (10 offensive, 22 defensive) but failed to register a block. They also managed 10 assists and collected 4 steals in the match. On the defensive end, LIU allowed their opponents to shoot 48.5% from the field, completing 32 of 66 attempts. LIU recorded 17 assists, forced 14 turnovers, and made 5 steals, collecting 32 rebounds total, with 5 offensively. At the free-throw line, they were less effective, hitting 9 of 15 for a 60.0% conversion rate. The Sharks finished the game with an impressive 59.0% shooting percentage, making 36 out of 61 attempts and 7 of their 15 three-point shots.
Jamal Fuller stood out with a significant contribution, scoring 21 points on 8 of 15 shooting. He played for 32 minutes, secured 8 rebounds, and achieved a shooting efficiency of 53.3% along with 3 assists.
As the season progresses, LIU holds a 3-1 record. The Sharks are averaging 81.3 points per game (ranked 158th in D-1) with a field goal percentage of 51.3%. They have successfully converted 42.6% of their three-point attempts (23 of 54) and 56.3% from the free throw line. Overall, the Sharks are grabbing an average of 37.0 rebounds per game and have registered a total of 59 assists this season, ranking them 251st nationally in assists. However, they are struggling with turnovers, averaging 16.5 per game, and committing 17.0 personal fouls.
Defensively, the Sharks are forcing 15.3 turnovers each game and are committing 20.3 personal fouls. They allow opponents to shoot 39.6% from beyond the arc, ranking 319th in college basketball in points allowed per game (82.5). LIU’s defense yields a field goal percentage of 45.9% (118 of 257) and is allowing an average of 36.5 rebounds per game as a team. They stand at 193rd in college basketball, having allowed 58 assists this season.
In their previous game, the Fordham Rams took a decisive victory, defeating Manhattanville 96-62. Fordham collected 38 rebounds defensively along with 10 offensive boards, totaling 48 for the match. Despite committing 13 turnovers, the Rams secured 7 steals during the game. Manhattanville committed 13 fouls, giving Fordham 13 chances at the free throw line, where they converted 9 shots for a 69.2% rate. From three-point range, Fordham sank 13 of 35 attempts (37.1%) and concluded the game shooting 52.1% overall from the field (37 of 71). Manhattanville managed to hit 21 of their 61 attempts, resulting in a shooting percentage of 34.4%. They also registered a 40.0% success rate from beyond the arc with 10 of 25 attempts, and converted 10 of 15 free throw shots (66.7%). Fordham allowed Manhattanville 24 rebounds total (1 offensive).
Marcus Greene played a pivotal role for the Rams, scoring 19 points in 23 minutes, delivering 2 assists. He achieved a shooting percentage of 54.5% (6 of 11) and added 3 rebounds.
The Rams currently hold a 3-2 record this season. They commit an average of 15.4 personal fouls per game and convert 69.3% of their free throws. Fordham assists teammates 18.2 times per contest (ranking 59th in college) and averages 10.8 turnovers per game. To date, the Rams have accumulated a total of 397 points (79.4 per game) while averaging 48.4 rebounds.
On the defensive side, the Rams rank 26th in college basketball for points allowed per game, giving up 61.6. They force an average of 12.2 turnovers and restrict opponents to a 39.3% shooting percentage (93rd in D-1). Opponents are converting 36.6% of their three-point attempts (45 of 123) and making 60.9% of their free throws. Fordham allows 13.8 assists and 29.4 rebounds on a nightly basis, ranking 215th and 32nd respectively in these defensive metrics.
Which team will secure victory tonight against the spread?
Recommendation: Back Fordham
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