Merrimack to Face No. 24 Rutgers in Anticipated Basketball Matchup

The Merrimack Warriors are scheduled to play against the No. 24 Rutgers Scarlet Knights in a men’s college basketball game on Wednesday, November 20, 2024. The match will take place at the Jersey Mike’s Arena in Piscataway, New Jersey, at 8 p.m. ET. While the game will not be broadcast on traditional TV, fans can watch via various subscription streaming services.

The Rutgers Scarlet Knights enter the game with a solid 3-0 season record. They recently dominated against Monmouth, securing a 98-81 victory. Rutgers demonstrated a high-scoring offense with Dylan Harper making a significant impact by scoring 20 points, alongside six assists and five rebounds. The team is currently averaging 82.7 points per game, with their offense ranked 113th and defense 92nd in the league.

In contrast, the Merrimack Warriors are experiencing a challenging start to their season with a 1-2 record. Their latest game resulted in a 68-57 defeat against Princeton, despite a strong performance from Adam Clark who scored 24 points. Merrimack is struggling offensively, scoring an average of only 54.7 points per game, situated at the 360th rank in the league for offense, whereas their defense stands at an impressive 31st.

The Scarlet Knights are heavily favored in the upcoming matchup, with betting lines showing Rutgers at -19 and an over/under of 135. Analysts suggest both Merrimack’s deliberate slower pace of play and Rutgers’ efficient scoring may result in a lower-scoring game than anticipated.

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This basketball season, Rutgers will face several other opponents, including Kennesaw State, Notre Dame, and Ohio State, as they aim to maintain their unbeaten streak.

(Associated Press contributed to this report)