NJIT Highlanders vs Maine Black Bears predictions, Mar 07, 2026

Mar 07, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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As the NJIT Highlanders prepare to host the Maine Black Bears on March 7, 2026, both teams will look to build momentum in this NCAA College Basketball matchup. NJIT comes into the contest struggling, having secured just one victory in their last five outings. Their recent form suggests issues on both ends of the court, although playing at home could provide a much-needed boost.

In contrast, the Maine Black Bears managed to notch two wins in their last five contests, with a slightly better performance compared to their opponents. Despite this, their away record may be a concern, as travel often introduces additional challenges, particularly in hostile environments like NJIT’s home court.

Bookmakers have placed the odds in favor of the Highlanders (1.52 for a home win), which reflects their perceived advantages, notably the statistical likelihood of NJIT winning at home (67.1% according to model predictions). However, the absence of a draw option highlights that college basketball games typically conclude with a winner after regulation.

In conclusion, while NJIT carries the weight of expectation as the home team, Maine’s improving form could make for an unpredictable and competitive matchup. Both teams have room for improvement, leaving the outcome open to possibility.

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NJIT
60.7%		 Maine
39.3%

Prediction (the most likely score): 68:64

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Latest Results

03.03.26 NJIT Highlanders basketball – UMBC Retrievers basketball – 52:91
28.02.26 Bryant University Bulldogs basketball – NJIT Highlanders basketball – 69:52
21.02.26 NJIT Highlanders basketball – Vermont Catamounts basketball – 64:70
19.02.26 NJIT Highlanders basketball – Albany Great Danes basketball – 63:81
14.02.26 Maine Black Bears basketball – NJIT Highlanders basketball – 58:67		 03.03.26 Maine Black Bears basketball – UMass Lowell River Hawks basketball – 56:67
28.02.26 Binghamton Bearcats basketball – Maine Black Bears basketball – 74:67
26.02.26 Albany Great Danes basketball – Maine Black Bears basketball – 59:70
21.02.26 New Hampshire Wildcats basketball – Maine Black Bears basketball – 58:61
14.02.26 Maine Black Bears basketball – NJIT Highlanders basketball – 58:67

Facts

  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, NJIT won 1.
  • NJIT is going through a rough patch (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • In recent matches, Maine has shown inconsistent performance (in the last 5 games, wins – 2).
  • NJIT may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • NJIT might have a minor edge in this game.
  • In the last 12 head-to-head matches, NJIT won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 7 matches, and goals 767:768. (average 63.9:64).
  • Including home matches between the teams, NJIT won 3 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 416:416. (average 59.4:59.4).

    Latest Head To Head

    14.02.26 Maine Black Bears basketball – NJIT Highlanders basketball – 58:67
    10.01.26 NJIT Highlanders basketball – Maine Black Bears basketball – 70:74
    06.02.25 Maine Black Bears basketball – NJIT Highlanders basketball – 78:74
    16.01.25 NJIT Highlanders basketball – Maine Black Bears basketball – 44:57
    24.02.24 Maine Black Bears basketball – NJIT Highlanders basketball – 68:58

    Standings

    NCAA College Basketball Outrights

    1. Duke Blue Devils: 4.2 (18.21%)

    2. Michigan Wolverines: 4.25 (18%)

    3. Arizona Wildcats: 5.75 (13.3%)

    4. Florida Gators: 8.75 (8.74%)

    5. Houston Cougars: 11 (6.95%)

    6. Connecticut Huskies: 14 (5.46%)

    7. Illinois Fighting Illini: 19 (4.03%)

    8. Iowa State: 23 (3.33%)

    9. Kansas Jayhawks: 36 (2.12%)

    10. Michigan State: 41 (1.87%)

    11. Purdue Boilermakers: 51 (1.5%)

    12. Gonzaga Bulldogs: 56 (1.37%)

    13. Tennessee Volunteers: 67 (1.14%)

    14. Virginia Cavaliers: 67 (1.14%)

    15. Arkansas Razorbacks: 67 (1.14%)

    16. Nebraska Cornhuskers: 81 (0.94%)

    17. Alabama Crimson Tide: 81 (0.94%)

    18. Louisville: 91 (0.84%)

    19. Vanderbilt Commodores: 101 (0.76%)

    20. St. Johns Red Storm: 101 (0.76%)

    21. Texas Tech: 126 (0.61%)

    22. Wisconsin Badgers: 126 (0.61%)

    23. Kentucky Wildcats: 126 (0.61%)

    24. Iowa Hawkeyes: 151 (0.51%)

    25. North Carolina: 151 (0.51%)

    26. Brigham Young: 201 (0.38%)

    27. St. Louis Billikens: 201 (0.38%)

    28. Miami (FL): 251 (0.3%)

    29. Texas Longhorns: 251 (0.3%)

    30. UCLA: 251 (0.3%)

    31. Texas A&M: 251 (0.3%)

    32. NC State: 251 (0.3%)

    33. Georgia Bulldogs: 351 (0.22%)

    34. Villanova Wildcats: 501 (0.15%)

    35. Indiana Hoosiers: 501 (0.15%)

    36. UCF Knights: 501 (0.15%)

    37. Ohio State Buckeyes: 501 (0.15%)

    38. New Mexico: 501 (0.15%)

    39. Auburn Tigers: 501 (0.15%)

    40. San Diego State: 501 (0.15%)

    41. Oklahoma State: 501 (0.15%)

    42. Missouri Tigers: 751 (0.1%)

    43. Santa Clara: 751 (0.1%)

    44. California Golden Bears: 1001 (0.08%)

    45. Virginia Tech: 1001 (0.08%)

    46. TCU: 1001 (0.08%)

    47. Baylor Bears: 1001 (0.08%)

    48. Seton Hall Pirates: 1001 (0.08%)

    49. West Virginia: 1001 (0.08%)

    50. SMU Mustangs: 1001 (0.08%)

    51. Miami (Ohio): 1001 (0.08%)

    52. USC Trojans: 1001 (0.08%)

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