How to watch Siena Saints vs. Niagara Purple Eagles: NCAA Basketball live stream info, TV channel, start time, game odds

How to watch Siena vs. Niagara basketball game

By Scout Staff

Mar 7, 2024 at 7:50 pm ET • 2 min read

Halftime Report

Fortunes may be turning around for Niagara after losing three in a row. They have jumped out to a quick 26-22 lead against Siena. Niagara took a big hit to their ego last Sunday, so a win here would be a pleasant pick-me-up.

Niagara came into the match with some extra motivation after the loss they were dealt the last time these two teams faced off. We'll see if they're able to flip the script or if it'll just be more of the same.

Who's Playing

Niagara Purple Eagles @ Siena Saints

Current Records: Niagara 14-14, Siena 4-25

How To Watch

When: Thursday, March 7, 2024 at 7 p.m. ET
Where: MVP Arena -- Albany, New York
Follow: CBS Sports App
Online Streaming: Catch select College Basketball matches on Fubo (Try for free. Regional restrictions may apply.)
Ticket Cost: $14.00

What to Know

Niagara has enjoyed a two-game homestand but will soon have to dust off their road jerseys. They and the Siena Saints will face off in a MAAC battle at 7:00 p.m. ET on Thursday at MVP Arena. Given that the pair suffered a loss in their last game, they both have a little extra motivation heading into this match.

The point spread may have favored Niagara last Sunday, but the final result did not. They suffered a bruising 91-72 loss at the hands of the Mountaineers. Niagara found out winning isn't easy when your shooting is a whole 18.4% worse than the opposition.

Meanwhile, Siena's recent rough patch got a bit rougher on Sunday after their fifth straight defeat. They took a 71-57 hit to the loss column at the hands of the Bobcats. The loss unfortunately continues a disappointing trend for Siena in their matchups with Quinnipiac: they've now lost three in a row.

The Purple Eagles dropped their record down to 14-14 with that loss, which was their third straight at home. As for the Saints, they have traveled a rocky road recently having lost 12 of their last 13 matches, which put a noticeable dent in their 4-25 record this season.

This contest is shaping up to be a blowout: Niagara just can't miss this season, having made 47.1% of their shots per game. It's a different story for Siena, though, as they've only made 40.2% of their shots this season. Given Niagara's sizable advantage in that area, Siena will need to find a way to close that gap.

Going forward, Niagara is the favorite in this one, as the experts expect to see them win by seven points. Those brave souls putting their money on Siena against the spread have faith in an upset since their 10-19 ATS record can't hold a candle to Niagara's 16-11.