Loyola Chicago Ramblers vs Saint Joseph’s Hawks Picks and Prediction for Saturday, February 21, 2026
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The Loyola Chicago Ramblers travel to Philadelphia to face the Saint Joseph’s Hawks on Saturday morning at Michael J. Hagan ’85 Arena. Loyola Chicago is 6-21 overall and 2-12 in Atlantic 10 play, last in the A-10 standings after a 62-59 road loss at Fordham. Saint Joseph’s is 16-10 overall and 8-5 in conference action, tied for fourth in the A-10 standings following a 71-65 road win at St. Bonaventure. Cash a winning ticket with our free college basketball picks.
Game Information
- Date: Saturday, February 21
- Time: 12:00 PM ET
- Location: Michael J. Hagan ’85 Arena, Philadelphia, PA
- TV: ESPNU
Loyola Chicago Ramblers
Loyola Chicago averages 66.9 points per game while allowing an average of 77.3, and the offense has struggled to find consistency in conference play. Miles Rubin averages 11.9 points to lead the Ramblers and adds 7.2 rebounds and 2.3 blocks per game, giving Loyola Chicago a steady interior presence. Xavier Amos is the second leading scorer at 11.1 points per game, providing a perimeter scoring option. Justin Moore averages 3.8 assists and 0.7 steals per contest, to lead the Ramblers in both, helping guide an offense that shoots just 41.8% from the field and averages only 34.1 rebounds. Loyola Chicago has been held under 65 points in three of its last four games, putting added pressure on its defense to keep games close.
Injury Report: Joshua Ola-Joseph, Kymany Houinsou, Dominick Harris, and Chuck Love are questionable.
Key Stats – Per Game
- Points: 66.9
- Points Allowed: 77.3
- Rebounds: 34.1
- Assists: 13.8
- Steals: 4.0
- Blocks: 3.7
- Turnovers: 13.1
Saint Joseph’s Hawks
Saint Joseph’s averages 73.5 points per game and allows an average of 71.1, showing more balance on both ends of the floor than Loyola Chicago. Jaiden Glover-Toscano averages 16.4 points to lead the Hawks, while Deuce Jones is the second leading scorer at 15.8 points per game and adds 3.3 assists. Derek Simpson averages a team-high 4.8 assists and 1.3 steals per contest, giving Saint Joseph’s reliable backcourt production. Dasear Haskins averages 6.3 rebounds to lead the team on the glass, and Justice Ajogbor averages 2.4 blocks per game to anchor the defense. The Hawks average 39.2 rebounds and 15.7 assists while shooting 42.4% from the field, numbers that reflect their ability to control the tempo when playing at home.
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Injury Report: Khaafiq Myers, O. Verna, Steven Solano Questionable.
Key Stats – Per Game
- Points: 73.5
- Points Allowed: 71.1
- Rebounds: 39.2
- Assists: 15.7
- Steals: 5.7
- Blocks: 5.0
- Turnovers: 12.3
Loyola Chicago Ramblers vs Saint Joseph’s Hawks Prediction
Saint Joseph’s averages nearly seven more points per game and holds a five-rebound edge, which becomes significant against a Loyola Chicago team allowing over 77 points per contest. The Hawks feature the two highest scorers in this matchup and protect the rim with 5.0 blocks per game, while Loyola Chicago´s offense has struggled to reach the upper 60s consistently. With the statistical advantages on the glass and in scoring, Saint Joseph’s will control the matchup from start to finish. Final Score Prediction: Saint Joseph’s Hawks win and cover ATS, 75-63.
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