Bryant Bulldogs vs Vermont Catamounts Picks and Predictions for Saturday March 7 2026
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The Bryant Bulldogs and Vermont Catamounts meet in the America East Playoffs Quarterfinal on Saturday March 7, 2026 at Patrick Gymnasium in Burlington, Vermont. Tipoff is scheduled for 2:00 PM and the game will be televised on ESPN+. At the time of this writing the odds were not released. Be sure to also check out our free college basketball picks for more daily betting insights and predictions.
Bryant Hoping to Pull Off a Playoff Upset
The Bryant Bulldogs enter the America East tournament with a 9-21 overall record and a 5-11 conference mark. Bryant struggled for much of the season and finished near the bottom of the standings but managed to qualify for the quarterfinal round. The Bulldogs recently lost to New Hampshire, recently won over NJIT, recently lost to UMBC, recently lost to Binghamton, and recently lost to Vermont.
Bryant averages 65.1 points per game while allowing 72.3 points per game. The Bulldogs shoot 40% from the field and average 33.7 rebounds per game while adding 12.2 assists. On the defensive side they contribute 4.3 blocks and 5.9 steals per contest.
One of the areas where Bryant can remain competitive is rim protection. The Bulldogs average over four blocks per game, which allows them to challenge shots inside and slow down opposing offenses in the paint. However, their offensive inconsistency and shooting struggles have made it difficult to keep pace with stronger teams.
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Vermont Enters as the Conference Power
The Vermont Catamounts come into the America East quarterfinal with a 20-11 overall record and a strong 12-4 conference record. Vermont has been one of the most consistent teams in the conference and finished the regular season near the top of the standings. The Catamounts recently won over Albany, recently won over UMass Lowell, recently won over NJIT, recently lost to UMBC, and recently won over Bryant.
Vermont averages 74.1 points per game while allowing just 69.2 points per contest. The Catamounts shoot 46% from the field and average 35.1 rebounds along with 13.1 assists per game. Defensively they also add 3.0 blocks and 4.5 steals per contest.
A major strength for Vermont is its offensive efficiency and balance. The Catamounts shoot well from the field and consistently move the ball to create quality scoring chances. Their ability to control tempo and limit mistakes makes them particularly dangerous in a playoff setting.
Bryant vs Vermont Pick
Bryant Bulldogs vs Vermont Catamounts Pick
- Pick: Vermont Catamounts - Spread
Vermont already handled Bryant comfortably in their recent meeting with a 90-63 victory, and the Catamounts will have the added advantage of playing this quarterfinal on their home floor. With a significant edge in scoring, efficiency, and overall consistency, Vermont should be able to control the game from start to finish and cover the spread.
Bryant Bulldogs vs Vermont Catamounts Total Pick
- Pick: Over
I see this game getting into the 140s because Vermont has the offensive firepower to push the pace and score efficiently. Bryant may struggle offensively at times, but if Vermont builds a large lead it could create more possessions and transition opportunities that help push the total higher.
Final Score Prediction: Vermont 82, Bryant 65
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