Monmouth vs. Iona College Basketball Pick Prediction 2/13/2022 by Tony T.
Monmouth at Iona—Hawks enter play at 8-5 in the MAAC sitting 5-2 on the road. They struggle offensively in conference where they shoot 29.7% from three, 46.7% inside and 70.2% at the free throw line. Defense their strength in conference where they allow 33.1% from three and 46.3% inside. Iona is 11-2 in the MAAC winning all six at home.
Tops in offensive efficiency in conference behind strong rebounding and 52% shooting inside. Weak at the three point line in MAAC hitting 32.3% and only 68.4% at the line. On defense the Gaels strong on the glass and perimeter but surrenders 48.7% inside. Hawks have been a good bet as an underdog covering all seven. Iona has failed to cover four straight. The Hawks defense travels allowing 38.6% shooting and 28.9% from three on the road. Play Monmouth +8.5.