LIU Sharks vs Mercyhurst Lakers predictions, Jan 08, 2026

Yuriy Borshchenko

9 months ago

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

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In a highly anticipated NCAA college basketball matchup, the LIU Sharks are set to face off against the Mercyhurst Lakers on January 8, 2026, at the LIU Sharks’ home court. Both teams have had a mixed run of form recently, with the LIU Sharks winning 2 of their last 5 matches, and the Mercyhurst Lakers also managing to secure 2 wins in their last 5 games.

With bookmakers favoring the LIU Sharks with odds of 1.21 as the home team, it is clear that they are expected to have the upper hand in this contest. The Sharks will look to capitalize on their home-court advantage and continue their winning momentum. On the other hand, the Lakers will aim to cause an upset and showcase their resilience on the road.

Tactical strengths will be key in determining the outcome of this game, with both teams striving to outmaneuver their opponents. Fans can expect an intense and competitive matchup between these two teams with the potential for a close and thrilling finish. Ultimately, the result of the game will depend on which team can execute their game plan more effectively on the day.

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LIU
78.2%

Mercyhurst
21.8%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.22		3.9
	1.22		4.2
	1.22		3.64
	1.16		5.5

Latest Results

04.01.26 Chicago State Cougars basketball – LIU Sharks basketball – 55:74
02.01.26 LIU Sharks basketball – Central Connecticut State Blue Devils basketball – 84:78
29.12.25 Georgia Bulldogs basketball – LIU Sharks basketball – 89:74
20.12.25 Florida International Golden Panthers basketball – LIU Sharks basketball – 86:79
16.12.25 Mississippi State Bulldogs basketball – LIU Sharks basketball – 87:83

04.01.26 Mercyhurst Lakers basketball – Le Moyne Dolphins basketball – 74:60
02.01.26 Mercyhurst Lakers basketball – Fairleigh Dickinson Knights basketball – 67:74
20.12.25 Mercyhurst Lakers basketball – Binghamton Bearcats basketball – 82:61
17.12.25 Syracuse Orange basketball – Mercyhurst Lakers basketball – 76:62
13.12.25 Davidson Wildcats basketball – Mercyhurst Lakers basketball – 80:47

Facts

The recent form of both competitors has been shaky.

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

Recently, LIU has had a series of away games.

In this match, LIU is seen as the favorite.

In the last 2 head-to-head matches, LIU won 0 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 2 matches, and goals 131:163. (average 65.5:81.5).

Including home match between the teams, LIU won 0 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 1 match, and goals 51:78.

Latest Head To Head

26.01.25 Mercyhurst Lakers basketball – LIU Sharks basketball – 85:80 OT
20.01.25 LIU Sharks basketball – Mercyhurst Lakers basketball – 51:78

Standings

NCAA College Basketball Outrights

1. Michigan Wolverines: 4 (17.92%)

2. Arizona Wildcats: 7 (10.24%)

3. Connecticut Huskies: 10.5 (6.83%)

4. Iowa State: 12 (5.97%)

5. Purdue Boilermakers: 13 (5.52%)

6. Duke Blue Devils: 16 (4.48%)

7. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 16 (4.48%)

8. Houston Cougars: 16 (4.48%)

9. Michigan State: 21 (3.41%)

10. Illinois Fighting Illini: 26 (2.76%)

11. Texas Tech: 31 (2.31%)

12. Florida Gators: 31 (2.31%)

13. Vanderbilt Commodores: 31 (2.31%)

14. Brigham Young: 31 (2.31%)

15. Louisville: 34 (2.11%)

16. Alabama Crimson Tide: 36 (1.99%)

17. Kansas Jayhawks: 41 (1.75%)

18. Tennessee Volunteers: 51 (1.41%)

19. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 51 (1.41%)

20. Arkansas Razorbacks: 51 (1.41%)

21. North Carolina: 51 (1.41%)

22. Kentucky Wildcats: 61 (1.18%)

23. Baylor Bears: 101 (0.71%)

24. Virginia Cavaliers: 101 (0.71%)

25. Clemson: 126 (0.57%)

26. St. Johns Red Storm: 126 (0.57%)

27. TCU: 151 (0.47%)

28. Iowa Hawkeyes: 151 (0.47%)

29. Auburn Tigers: 151 (0.47%)

30. UCLA: 151 (0.47%)

31. Villanova Wildcats: 201 (0.36%)

32. Indiana Hoosiers: 201 (0.36%)

33. Missouri Tigers: 201 (0.36%)

34. Georgia Bulldogs: 201 (0.36%)

35. NC State: 201 (0.36%)

36. Virginia Tech: 251 (0.29%)

37. UCF Knights: 251 (0.29%)

38. Wisconsin Badgers: 251 (0.29%)

39. SMU Mustangs: 251 (0.29%)

40. Ohio State Buckeyes: 251 (0.29%)

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

42. Oklahoma State: 251 (0.29%)

43. USC Trojans: 351 (0.2%)

44. Wake Forest: 501 (0.14%)

45. Butler Bulldogs: 501 (0.14%)

46. San Diego State: 501 (0.14%)

47. Creighton: 501 (0.14%)

48. Texas Longhorns: 501 (0.14%)

49. Oklahoma Sooners: 501 (0.14%)

50. Stanford Cardinal: 501 (0.14%)

51. Texas A&M: 501 (0.14%)

52. Oregon Ducks: 501 (0.14%)

53. California Golden Bears: 751 (0.1%)

54. Boise State: 751 (0.1%)

55. LSU: 751 (0.1%)

56. Ole Miss Rebels: 751 (0.1%)

57. Memphis Tigers: 751 (0.1%)

58. Kansas State: 751 (0.1%)

59. Washington Huskies: 751 (0.1%)

60. West Virginia: 751 (0.1%)

61. New Mexico: 751 (0.1%)

62. Cincinnati Bearcats: 751 (0.1%)

63. Arizona State: 751 (0.1%)

64. Maryland Terrapins: 1001 (0.07%)

65. South Carolina Gamecocks: 1001 (0.07%)

66. Marquette: 1001 (0.07%)

67. Colorado State: 1001 (0.07%)

68. Pittsburgh Panthers: 1001 (0.07%)

69. Colorado: 1001 (0.07%)

70. Utah Utes: 1001 (0.07%)

71. Northwestern Wildcats: 1001 (0.07%)

72. Notre Dame: 1001 (0.07%)

73. Syracuse Orange: 1001 (0.07%)

74. Xavier Musketeers: 1001 (0.07%)

75. Mississippi St.: 1001 (0.07%)

76. Georgia Tech: 1001 (0.07%)

77. DePaul Blue Demons: 1001 (0.07%)

78. Providence Friars: 1001 (0.07%)

79. Minnesota Golden Gophers: 1001 (0.07%)

80. Florida State: 1001 (0.07%)

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