This is a 10* play on Fairfield

In deference to the College Football National Championship Game, it's a limited College Basketball card on Monday. But there's value to be had here on Fairfield, who hosts Niagara in a MAAC matchup. The Stags (3-11) haven't had a lot go right for them this year, but should have a far better win-loss record. I'm saying that because they've suffered an interminable number of close losses. Eight of the 11 losses have been by seven points or less with six coming by three points or fewer. Not sure if I've ever seen a team play so many close games over the first two months of a season. Bottom line is that Fairfield is due to prevail and they're favored for a reason tonight. Niagara (7-7) has lost its last two games, both as favorites, to Albany and Manhattan. The Purple Eagles will be playing on the road for a second time in three days, right after allowing Manhattan to shoot 63% for the game on Saturday. Fairfield has yet to win at home this season (0-4), so you know they're coming out highly motivated. Play on FAIRFIELD

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