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Canisius @ Monmouth

Current Records: Canisius 7-12; Monmouth 12-6

What to Know

The Canisius Golden Griffins haven't won a game against the Monmouth Hawks since Feb. 22 of 2019, but they'll be looking to end the drought Friday. Canisius and Monmouth will face off in an MAAC battle at 7 p.m. ET at OceanFirst Bank Center. Both teams seek to continue their momentum from their previous wins.

It was a close one, but on Sunday the Golden Griffins sidestepped the St. Peter's Peacocks for a 63-60 victory.

Meanwhile, Monmouth had enough points to win and then some against the Manhattan Jaspers on Sunday, taking their contest 78-62.

Canisius is the clear underdog, so they're hoping it's the size of the fight that determines this one. Currently 6-12 against the spread, they haven't been a good investment; on the other hand, Monmouth is 15-3 ATS.

The wins brought Canisius up to 7-12 and the Hawks to 12-6. A pair of numbers to keep in mind before tip-off: The Golden Griffins have only been able to knock down 39.90% percent of their shots, which is the 13th lowest field goal percentage in college basketball. Monmouth's defense has more to brag about, as they they have been holding their opponents to a field goal percentage of 39.50%, which places them 26th in college basketball. So the cards are definitely stacked in their favor.

How To Watch

  • When: Friday at 7 p.m. ET
  • Where: OceanFirst Bank Center -- West Long Branch, New Jersey
  • Follow: CBS Sports App

Odds

The Hawks are a big 12-point favorite against the Golden Griffins, according to the latest college basketball odds.

The oddsmakers were right in line with the betting community on this one, as the game opened as a 12-point spread, and stayed right there.

Over/Under: -110

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Series History

Monmouth have won nine out of their last 14 games against Canisius.

  • Dec 05, 2021 - Monmouth 79 vs. Canisius 65
  • Dec 28, 2020 - Monmouth 97 vs. Canisius 69
  • Dec 27, 2020 - Monmouth 84 vs. Canisius 66
  • Feb 14, 2020 - Monmouth 85 vs. Canisius 71
  • Jan 10, 2020 - Monmouth 84 vs. Canisius 65
  • Mar 10, 2019 - Monmouth 73 vs. Canisius 59
  • Feb 22, 2019 - Canisius 60 vs. Monmouth 59
  • Jan 24, 2019 - Canisius 80 vs. Monmouth 66
  • Feb 16, 2018 - Canisius 78 vs. Monmouth 60
  • Jan 14, 2018 - Canisius 94 vs. Monmouth 79
  • Jan 16, 2017 - Monmouth 76 vs. Canisius 72
  • Dec 04, 2016 - Monmouth 94 vs. Canisius 88
  • Jan 04, 2016 - Monmouth 81 vs. Canisius 66
  • Dec 04, 2015 - Canisius 96 vs. Monmouth 86