🏀 Mercyhurst vs. LIU Prediction Tonight: NEC Tournament Odds & Picks (March 10)
There won't be an NCAA tournament berth on the line in tonight's Northeast conference championship game between Mercyhurst and LIU. Mercyhurst is ineligible for the tourney after making the leap from Division II this year, meaning LIU is already going dancing. Tipoff from the Steinberg Wellness Center in Brooklyn, N.Y., is set for 7 p.m. ET (ESPN2).
While a conference title is still up for grabs, that motivation ultimately matters in my Mercyhurst vs. LIU prediction. I think the Lakers will be plenty motivated to win their final game, even as a 5.5-point betting underdog. Our college basketball conference tournament guide features everything you need to know ahead of Selection Sunday.
🏀 Mercyhurst vs. LIU picks & odds tonight: March 10
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| Pick | Best odds | Units | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mercyhurst +6.5 | -120 via BetRivers | 1.2u -> 1u | ⭐⭐⭐⭐ |
| Under 136.5 | -105 via FanDuel | 0.5u -> 0.47u | ⭐⭐⭐ |
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💰 Mercyhurst vs. LIU prediction & best bet
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Mercyhurst +6.5 (-120)
While writing this preview, the spread dropped from 6.5 to 5.5, so I had to act fast to grab the last remaining 6.5 at BetRivers. It's worth paying the extra 10 cents to get the additional point, though +5.5 would still be a three-star recommendation.
Mercyhurst has gone 1-1 against LIU this season, putting up two competitive fights. And that's because the Lakers can slow this game down to a crawl. They rank 316th in adjusted tempo.
In two regular-season meetings between these two teams, neither team had more than 70 possessions.
I expect another low-scoring matchup in Tuesday's title game, which bodes well for taking the points and the Under.
Score prediction: LIU 69, Mercyhurst 65
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🚀 Mercyhurst vs. LIU same-game parlay
For Mercyhurst to have a shot, it has to slow the game down. That's why I like the idea of parlaying the Lakers' spread and the Under in my Mercyhurst vs. LIU SGP. There are no player props available for tonight's NEC championship game, so no need to add a third leg.
💵 Mercyhurst vs. LIU SGP picks
- Mercyhurst +5.5 (-104)
- Under 136.5 (-105)
Best odds: +256 via FanDuel (0.1u -> 0.26u)
💡 How I'm betting Mercyhurst vs. LIU
My betting game plan for this matchup is pretty straightforward. I like the value of Mercyhurst as an underdog and its distinct style of play points toward the Under as well.
LIU has also been more of a defensive team in the Northeast Conference. The Sharks are 14-6 to the Under in league games this year.
It would be fun if Mercyhurst pulled off the upset, but I'll settle for a cover.
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📊 Live Mercyhurst vs. LIU odds
LIU opened as a 5.5-point favorite, with the line getting as high as 6.5 before dropping back down. The total has fallen from 138.5 to 136.5.
I think Mercyhurst and the Under are the right sides, but I'd be surprised if there much more movement in this game.
📈 Mercyhurst vs. LIU betting trends
| Mercyhurst | Statistic | LIU |
|---|---|---|
| 17-16 | W-L record | 23-10 |
| 21-10 | ATS record | 16-17 |
| 15-16 | O/U record | 13-20 |
| 4-1 | Last 5 games | 4-1 |
📺 How to watch Mercyhurst vs. LIU
- Date: Tuesday, March 10
- Tipoff: 7 p.m. ET
- Location: Steinberg Wellness Center (Brooklyn, N.Y.)
- TV: ESPN2
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