Fairfield Stags vs Niagara Purple Eagles predictions, Jan 22, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

8 months ago

NCAA College Basketball, on Thursday, 7:00 pm ET

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In this upcoming NCAA College Basketball clash, Fairfield Stags will be hosting Niagara Purple Eagles in what promises to be an exciting showdown. Fairfield Stags basketball has been in relatively good form recently, winning 3 out of their last 5 matches. Their home advantage will likely play a significant role in this match, reflected in the bookmakers’ odds favoring them at 1.19.

On the other hand, Niagara Purple Eagles basketball team has only managed to secure 1 victory in their last 5 games, indicating a bit of a struggle for them in recent matches. Despite being the underdogs with odds of 4.03, they will be looking to bounce back and cause an upset on the road.

Both teams will need to bring their A-game to the court, with Fairfield Stags showcasing better form but Niagara Purple Eagles hungry for a win. It will be intriguing to see how the tactical strengths of these two teams play out during the game. The outcome is far from certain, making this matchup one to watch for basketball fans.

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Fairfield
81.9%

Niagara
18.1%

Prediction (the most likely score): 76:65

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.14		5
	1.18		4.38
	1.14		5.5
	1.16		4.29
	1.14		6

Latest Results

19.01.26 Siena Saints basketball – Fairfield Stags basketball – 85:77
17.01.26 Marist Red Foxes basketball – Fairfield Stags basketball – 82:67
14.01.26 Fairfield Stags basketball – Manhattan Jaspers basketball – 98:62
09.01.26 Fairfield Stags basketball – Rider Broncs basketball – 68:62
04.01.26 Niagara Purple Eagles basketball – Fairfield Stags basketball – 75:83

19.01.26 Niagara Purple Eagles basketball – Mount St. Marys Mountaineers basketball – 58:68
14.01.26 Canisius Golden Griffins basketball – Niagara Purple Eagles basketball – 54:59
11.01.26 Manhattan Jaspers basketball – Niagara Purple Eagles basketball – 79:70
09.01.26 Iona Gaels basketball – Niagara Purple Eagles basketball – 71:53
04.01.26 Niagara Purple Eagles basketball – Fairfield Stags basketball – 75:83

Facts

In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Fairfield won 2.

In recent matches, Fairfield has shown inconsistent form (last 5 games: 3 wins).

Niagara is going through a rough patch (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).

Fairfield may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.

In this match, Fairfield is the undeniable favorite.

In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Fairfield won 11 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 9 matches, and goals 1459:1435. (average 73:71.8).

Including home matches between the teams, Fairfield won 6 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 598:526. (average 74.8:65.8).

Latest Head To Head

04.01.26 Niagara Purple Eagles basketball – Fairfield Stags basketball – 75:83
16.01.25 Fairfield Stags basketball – Niagara Purple Eagles basketball – 70:66
16.02.24 Fairfield Stags basketball – Niagara Purple Eagles basketball – 63:65
12.01.24 Niagara Purple Eagles basketball – Fairfield Stags basketball – 96:72
24.02.23 Niagara Purple Eagles basketball – Fairfield Stags basketball – 76:68

Standings

NCAA College Basketball Outrights

1. Michigan Wolverines: 5 (14.46%)

2. Arizona Wildcats: 5.5 (13.14%)

3. Connecticut Huskies: 10 (7.23%)

4. Duke Blue Devils: 12 (6.02%)

5. Houston Cougars: 12 (6.02%)

6. Purdue Boilermakers: 13 (5.56%)

7. Iowa State: 15 (4.82%)

8. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 16 (4.52%)

9. Florida Gators: 19 (3.8%)

10. Illinois Fighting Illini: 23 (3.14%)

11. Vanderbilt Commodores: 31 (2.33%)

12. Brigham Young: 31 (2.33%)

13. Kansas Jayhawks: 31 (2.33%)

14. Michigan State: 36 (2.01%)

15. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 36 (2.01%)

16. Texas Tech: 41 (1.76%)

17. Virginia Cavaliers: 51 (1.42%)

18. Louisville: 51 (1.42%)

19. Alabama Crimson Tide: 51 (1.42%)

20. Arkansas Razorbacks: 61 (1.18%)

21. North Carolina: 81 (0.89%)

22. St. Johns Red Storm: 91 (0.79%)

23. Tennessee Volunteers: 101 (0.72%)

24. Kentucky Wildcats: 101 (0.72%)

25. Clemson: 126 (0.57%)

26. Iowa Hawkeyes: 126 (0.57%)

27. Georgia Bulldogs: 176 (0.41%)

28. Indiana Hoosiers: 201 (0.36%)

29. Wisconsin Badgers: 201 (0.36%)

30. SMU Mustangs: 201 (0.36%)

31. UCLA: 201 (0.36%)

32. St. Louis Billikens: 201 (0.36%)

33. NC State: 201 (0.36%)

34. Villanova Wildcats: 251 (0.29%)

35. Baylor Bears: 251 (0.29%)

36. Auburn Tigers: 251 (0.29%)

37. Miami (FL): 251 (0.29%)

38. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.29%)

39. Texas A&M: 251 (0.29%)

40. UCF Knights: 351 (0.21%)

41. Seton Hall Pirates: 351 (0.21%)

42. Ohio State Buckeyes: 351 (0.21%)

43. San Diego State: 351 (0.21%)

44. Missouri Tigers: 351 (0.21%)

45. USC Trojans: 351 (0.21%)

46. Virginia Tech: 501 (0.14%)

47. TCU: 501 (0.14%)

48. Creighton: 501 (0.14%)

49. Oklahoma Sooners: 501 (0.14%)

50. Stanford Cardinal: 501 (0.14%)

51. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.14%)

52. LSU: 751 (0.1%)

53. Ole Miss Rebels: 751 (0.1%)

54. Kansas State: 751 (0.1%)

55. West Virginia: 751 (0.1%)

56. New Mexico: 751 (0.1%)

57. Butler Bulldogs: 751 (0.1%)

58. Oregon Ducks: 751 (0.1%)

59. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.07%)

60. Maryland Terrapins: 1001 (0.07%)

61. South Carolina Gamecocks: 1001 (0.07%)

62. Marquette: 1001 (0.07%)

63. Colorado State: 1001 (0.07%)

64. Wake Forest: 1001 (0.07%)

65. Memphis Tigers: 1001 (0.07%)

66. Pittsburgh Panthers: 1001 (0.07%)

67. Washington Huskies: 1001 (0.07%)

68. Colorado: 1001 (0.07%)

69. Utah Utes: 1001 (0.07%)

70. Northwestern Wildcats: 1001 (0.07%)

71. Notre Dame: 1001 (0.07%)

72. Syracuse Orange: 1001 (0.07%)

73. Xavier Musketeers: 1001 (0.07%)

74. Mississippi St.: 1001 (0.07%)

75. Cincinnati Bearcats: 1001 (0.07%)

76. Georgia Tech: 1001 (0.07%)

77. DePaul Blue Demons: 1001 (0.07%)

78. Providence Friars: 1001 (0.07%)

79. Arizona State: 1001 (0.07%)

80. Miami (Ohio): 1001 (0.07%)

81. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 1001 (0.07%)

82. Florida State: 1001 (0.07%)

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