Canisius vs. Buffalo

This game creates somewhat of a regional rivalry as these upstate New York schools are not separated by a great distance. The Golden Griffins have a lot of work to do despite a cherry-picked 5-3 record, they lost by 14 to Metro State an inexcusable loss. The Bulls have started to play better after dropping a pair to start the season, and have taken each of their last four. Javon McCrea is an emerging star in Buffalo as he has averaged just shy of a double-double with 16 points per game and over 9 boards a contest. He will be the featured focal point here vs. Canisius who has shown weakness in the interior. The Bulls have rallied to the cause against a winning team where they stand at a perfect 7-0 ATS in their last seven when facing one. On the other hand, the Golden Griffins have failed to cover in any of their last four vs. a winning squad. Take Buffalo in this one. Also go with the UNDER here. On the road this season, Canisius' offense has dropped off by about 10 points per game vs. their home games. Buffalo also scores quite a bit less away from home. Buffalo has held four of their last five opponents to 66 or fewer points. Take the Bulls and the UNDER.