NCAAB · Final

Niagara Edges Canisius in Close Contest

Wednesday, January 14, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Koessler Athletic Center

Niagara Purple Eagles 59, Canisius Golden Griffins 54, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Niagara Purple Eagles vs Canisius Golden Griffins?

Niagara Purple Eagles beat Canisius Golden Griffins 59-54 at Koessler Athletic Center on January 14, 2026.

Who was favored in Niagara Purple Eagles vs Canisius Golden Griffins?

Canisius Golden Griffins were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -142 (about 59% implied). The underdog won.

In a tightly contested matchup, the Niagara Purple Eagles defeated the Canisius Golden Griffins 59-54 at the Koessler Athletic Center on January 15, 2026. This victory marks a significant achievement for Niagara, as they had previously lost both encounters against Canisius in the 2025 season, with scores of 71-60 and 64-63.

Entering this game, Canisius held a home record of 8-10, while Niagara had a record of 5-12 overall. In their last ten games, Canisius managed a record of 4-6, but they were on a one-game losing streak following a 74-48 defeat to the Iona Gaels just days prior. Their recent scoring average stood at 62.1 points per game, while they allowed an average of 71.9 points. In their last five games, they averaged 68.8 points scored and allowed an average of 80.0 points.

Conversely, Niagara's recent form was less favorable, with a record of 2-8 in their last ten games and a three-game losing streak leading into this matchup. Their scoring average was slightly higher than Canisius at 63.7 points per game, but they also allowed 74.1 points on average. In their last five games, they averaged 68.6 points scored and allowed 70.4 points.

The game was marked by a strong defensive effort from both teams, which contributed to the low final score. The odds set by DraftKings indicated Canisius as the favorite, with a spread of -2.5 and a total of 126.5 points for the game. The moneyline was set at -142 for Canisius and +120 for Niagara, reflecting the competitive nature of the fixture.

In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but both teams have had their share of challenges this season, which may have impacted their performances. The conditions in the Koessler Athletic Center were typical for a mid-January game, with both teams looking to capitalize on their home court advantage.

As the game unfolded, Niagara's ability to execute in the closing moments proved decisive. Key plays included free throws from Marcus Niblack and Trenton Walters, which helped secure the lead late in the second half. Niblack's contributions, including a layup and crucial free throws, were pivotal in maintaining the edge against a struggling Canisius team.

Looking ahead, both teams will need to address their defensive strategies and scoring consistency as they continue through the season. Canisius will aim to rebound from this loss, while Niagara will look to build on this victory and improve their overall record.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	CAN -2.5	126.5 o -112 / u -108	Niagara Purple Eagles +120 · Canisius Golden Griffins -142

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Leaders

PointsBryan Ndjonga13Canisius Golden Griffins
AssistsMarcus Niblack2Canisius Golden Griffins
ReboundsBryan Ndjonga11Canisius Golden Griffins
PointsJustin Page19Niagara Purple Eagles
AssistsTrenton Walters3Niagara Purple Eagles
ReboundsJustin Hawkins7Niagara Purple Eagles

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Canisius Golden Griffins

Last 10: 4-6Streak L162.1 scored · 71.9 allowed per game2-1 at home

L48-74at Iona GaelsJan 11
W70-64at Manhattan JaspersJan 10
W82-78vs Sacred Heart PioneersJan 4
W85-81vs Fairfield StagsJan 2
L59-103at Duquesne DukesDec 23
L45-62at Rhode Island RamsDec 17
W70-43at Maine Black BearsDec 13
L52-74at Siena SaintsDec 7
L57-69at Saint Peter's PeacocksDec 6
L53-71vs Buffalo BullsNov 29

Niagara Purple Eagles

Last 10: 2-8Streak L363.7 scored · 74.1 allowed per game0-6 away

L70-79at Manhattan JaspersJan 11
L53-71at Iona GaelsJan 10
L75-83vs Fairfield StagsJan 4
W64-61vs Sacred Heart PioneersJan 2
W81-58vs Houghton HighlandersDec 20
L58-84at VCU RamsDec 16
L73-81at Morgan State BearsDec 13
L43-71at Saint Peter's PeacocksDec 7
L54-83at Siena SaintsDec 6
L66-70vs Detroit Mercy TitansNov 29

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Merrimack	23-11	-	17-3
Saint Peter's	17-12	3	14-6
Siena	23-12	4	13-7
Marist	19-12	5	12-8
Quinnipiac	19-13	5	12-8
Fairfield	21-13	6	11-9
Mount St. Mary's	15-17	6	11-9
Iona	18-14	7	10-10
Sacred Heart	14-19	8	9-11
Manhattan	12-20	9	8-12
Canisius	10-21	12	5-15
Niagara	8-22	12	5-15
Rider	4-25	14	3-17

Box score

Stat	Niagara Purple Eagles	Canisius Golden Griffins
Field goals	20-48	18-55
Field goal %	42	33
Three-pointers	5-15	6-28
Three-point %	33	21
Free throws	14-18	12-16
Free throw %	78	75
Rebounds	31	39
Offensive rebounds	8	16
Defensive rebounds	23	23
Assists	10	5
Steals	3	6
Blocks	4	3
Turnovers	10	11
Team turnovers	0	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	16	11
Fast-break points	2	4
Points in the paint	28	22
Fouls	17	21
Largest lead	10	5
Lead changes	6	6
Time in front	76	14

How the scoring went

1st Half25-19Will Shortt makes free throw 1 of 2
1st Half25-21King Ijeoma makes layup
1st Half25-22Mike Evbagharu makes free throw 1 of 2
1st Half25-23Mike Evbagharu makes free throw 2 of 2
1st Half27-23Justin Page makes layup
1st Half27-24Mike Evbagharu makes free throw 1 of 2
1st Half28-24Justin Page makes free throw 1 of 2
1st Half29-24Justin Page makes free throw 2 of 2
1st Half29-27Anthony Benard makes 27-foot three point jumper (Bryan Ndjonga assists)
1st Half31-27Justin Page makes layup (Reggie Prudhomme assists)
1st Half34-27Vice Zanki makes 24-foot three point jumper (Trenton Walters assists)
1st Half34-28Anthony Benard makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half34-30Kahlil Singleton makes 7-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half34-32Marcus Niblack makes 18-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half36-32Vice Zanki makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
2nd Half38-32Josiah Sabino makes layup
2nd Half39-32Josiah Sabino makes free throw 1 of 1
2nd Half39-35Kahlil Singleton makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
2nd Half39-38Kahlil Singleton makes 26-foot three point jumper
2nd Half39-40Mike Evbagharu makes layup
2nd Half41-40Landon Williams makes 9-foot jumper
2nd Half41-41Brendan Oliver makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half41-43Mike Evbagharu makes layup
2nd Half43-43Justin Page makes layup
2nd Half45-43Josiah Sabino makes layup (Trenton Walters assists)
2nd Half45-46Bryan Ndjonga makes 24-foot three pointer
2nd Half45-48Mike Evbagharu makes layup
2nd Half45-50Bryan Ndjonga makes 7-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half48-50Landon Williams makes 24-foot three point jumper (Justin Page assists)
2nd Half50-50Trenton Walters makes layup
2nd Half53-50Trenton Walters makes 24-foot three point jumper
2nd Half54-50Will Shortt makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half55-50Will Shortt makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half55-52Marcus Niblack makes layup (Max Jusianiec assists)
2nd Half55-53Marcus Niblack makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half55-54Marcus Niblack makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half56-54Trenton Walters makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half57-54Trenton Walters makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half58-54Justin Page makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half59-54Justin Page makes free throw 2 of 2

Win probability

Above the line favours Canisius Golden Griffins, below favours Niagara Purple Eagles.