"Merrimack averages 68.8 points per game (332nd in college basketball) while giving up 66.9 per contest (26th in college basketball). It has a +53 scoring differential overall and outscores opponents by 1.9 points per game. Merrimack falls short in the rebound battle by an average of 10.0 boards. It is pulling down 25.2 rebounds per game (364th in college basketball) compared to its opponents' 35.2 per outing."
"Merrimack is 1-1 against the spread when favored by 8 points or more this season. Iona is 2-1 against the spread when an underdog by 8 points or more this season. The two teams average a combined 5.9 more points per game (141.9) than this matchup's over/under of 136 points. Merrimack and Iona have seen its opponents average a combined 3.7 more points per game than the over/under of 136 set for this outing."
Merrimack is 19-9 (15-2 MAAC) and has won 10 consecutive home games. Iona is 16-12 (8-9 MAAC). The game tips at 1 p.m. ET on Sunday, February 22, 2026, with Merrimack favored by 8 and the over/under at 136. Merrimack averages 68.8 points and allows 66.9, holding a +53 scoring differential while losing the rebound margin by about 10 boards per game. Both teams combine for a higher scoring average than the listed total, and Merrimack is 19-9-0 ATS while Iona is 16-12-0 ATS.
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