CANISIUS GOLDEN GRIFFINS @ BUFFALO BULLS

Canisius carries shooting confidence into the rivalry game

Canisius shot 57.4% and made 13 threes in its 86-81 win at Brown, with Michael Wilson Jr. scoring 31 points.

Steffe gives Buffalo a multi-category engine

Drew Steffe posted 18 points, 11 rebounds and 11 assists against Penn State Schuylkill, recording the fifth triple-double in program history. His playmaking could help Buffalo create cleaner looks against Canisius.

Lorick presents a rebounding test

Antoine Lorick III has double-doubles in two of Buffalo's first three games, including 15 points and 10 rebounds in the latest. Canisius will need to limit his second-chance opportunities.

Buffalo's perimeter defense has shown early resistance

Buffalo has held opponents to five or fewer made threes in consecutive games, a key test against Canisius.

New-look rosters add uncertainty

Both teams have substantial roster turnover: Canisius has 13 newcomers and Buffalo added 11. Early-season results may be a less stable guide as the teams settle into their roles.

No listed injury concerns, but verify before tip

No injuries are listed for either team, but verify availability near tipoff. The game is scheduled for Broadview Arena in Buffalo.

Pick Ideas

Angles drawn from the matchup analysis above and refreshed as the news changes. They are a separate read from the LineCrush pick for this matchup, so the two can land on different sides.

Buffalo moneyline, subject to price

Consider Buffalo's moneyline at a reasonable price based on home court and recent series results; published spread and moneyline prices were unavailable.

Canisius plus the points if the spread is inflated

Consider Canisius plus the points only if Buffalo's spread is inflated by Canisius's early blowout losses; wait for an actual line.

Consider an under only at an elevated total

Consider an under only at an elevated total because the teams have limited early-season data; no reliable game total was available.