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Holy Cross vs. Lafayette prediction: Lafayette favored to win men's college basketball matchup [1/17/2026]
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Written by Dave Garofolo, Content Producer
Get Holy Cross vs Lafayette predictions for college basketball Saturday.
Lafayette will square off with Holy Cross, in what is expected to be a close men's college basketball game, at Kirby Sports Center on Saturday, beginning at 1:00 PM ET.
Based on updated simulations, Dimers' proven college basketball model gives Lafayette a slight edge with a 54% win probability over Holy Cross.
This article offers an expanded analysis of Saturday's Holy Cross vs. Lafayette matchup, including an expanded look at the predicted score, best bets and picks.
Holy Cross vs. Lafayette prediction: Who will win and cover?
Using innovative machine learning and data analysis, we have simulated the result of Saturday's NCAA basketball matchup between Holy Cross and Lafayette 10,000 times as part of our men's college basketball predictions coverage.
Our independent predictive model gives Lafayette a 54% chance of beating Holy Cross. Our predicted score is Holy Cross 69-69 Lafayette.
According to our model, Holy Cross (+1.5) has a 55% chance of covering the spread, while the over/under total of 138.5 points has an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
While there is no way for a men's college basketball game to end in a tie, our prediction of 69-69 is based on each team's average score in the above-mentioned simulations of Holy Cross vs. Lafayette.
Holy Cross vs. Lafayette odds
We have researched the best men's college basketball odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Holy Cross | Lafayette |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | +1.5 (-104) | -1.5 (-115) |
| Moneyline | +115 | -130 |
| Total | o138.5 (-110) | u138.5 (-105) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Holy Cross vs. Lafayette picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best available odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Holy Cross +1.5 | -104 |
| Moneyline | Holy Cross | +115 |
| Total | Under 138.5 | -105 |
According to our men's college basketball best bets, the top play to make on this game is Holy Cross +1.5 at the spread.
Holy Cross vs. Lafayette game-day updates and essential details
Saturday's men's college basketball matchup between Lafayette and Holy Cross at Kirby Sports Center is scheduled to begin at 1:00 PM ET.
- Who: Holy Cross vs. Lafayette
- Date: Saturday, January 17, 2026
- Time: 1:00 PM ET/10:00AM PT
- Venue: Kirby Sports Center
Conclusion
We predict Lafayette, with a 54% win probability, will likely beat Holy Cross on Saturday.
AI and automation have enhanced this article to quickly deliver accurate Holy Cross vs. Lafayette insights, with human oversight ensuring high editorial quality. Our predictions are drawn from up-to-date data to help you make informed decisions. For additional resources and advice on responsible gambling, please call 1-800-GAMBLER.
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Dave Garofolo uses sophisticated AI-driven analytics to make predictions and evaluate player performances in the NBA, MLB, NFL, NHL, NCAAM, and PGA TOUR tournaments, crafting insightful game and prop previews.
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