NJIT Highlanders vs Vermont Catamounts Picks and Predictions for Tuesday March 10 2026
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The NJIT Highlanders and Vermont Catamounts meet in the America East Playoffs - Semifinal on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, at Patrick Gymnasium in Burlington, Vermont. Tipoff is scheduled for 7:00 PM ET, and the game will be broadcast on ESPN+. At the time of this writing, the odds were not released. Be sure to check out our free college basketball picks for additional betting insights and daily college basketball analysis.
Highlanders Trying to Build Momentum on the Road
NJIT enters this semifinal matchup with a 16-16 overall record and a 10-6 mark in America East play. The Highlanders advanced to this stage of the tournament with a 60-58 win over Maine in the quarterfinals. Over their last five games, NJIT has recently won over Maine, while recently losing to UMBC, Bryant, Vermont, and Albany, showing an up-and-down stretch heading into the postseason.
The Highlanders have been a defense-oriented team this season, averaging 67.4 points per game while allowing 73.6 points per contest. NJIT shoots 41% from the field, pulls down 34.5 rebounds per game, and averages 10.9 assists. Defensively, the Highlanders contribute 3.3 blocks and 6.7 steals per game, relying on effort and physical play to disrupt opposing offenses.
One key tournament angle for NJIT is how the team handled the pressure in a tight quarterfinal victory. In the 60-58 win over Maine, Sebastian Robinson led the way with 21 points, providing the offensive spark when the Highlanders needed it most. On the glass, Ari Fulton grabbed 8 rebounds, helping NJIT win the rebounding battle 33-29. The Highlanders shot 46% from the field in the game and relied on timely defense late to close out the win. Against a strong Vermont team, NJIT will likely need a similar defensive performance to stay competitive.
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Catamounts Eye Another Deep Tournament Run
Vermont enters the semifinal with a 21-11 overall record and a 12-4 conference record in America East play. The Catamounts advanced with an impressive 77-57 win over Bryant in the quarterfinals. Over their last five games, Vermont has recently won over Bryant, Albany, UMass Lowell, and NJIT, while recently losing to UMBC, entering this matchup with strong momentum.
The Catamounts have been one of the most balanced teams in the conference this season. Vermont averages 74.2 points per game while allowing just 68.8 points per contest. The team shoots 47% from the field, averages 34.9 rebounds per game, and distributes 13 assists per contest. On defense, Vermont contributes 2.9 blocks and 4.6 steals per game, while consistently forcing opponents into difficult half-court possessions.
The biggest takeaway from Vermont’s quarterfinal victory was its offensive efficiency. In the 77-57 win over Bryant, TJ Hurley erupted for 29 points, shooting 9-of-12 from the field and leading the offensive charge. Meanwhile, Noah Barnett led the team with 7 rebounds, helping Vermont control the glass. The Catamounts shot an impressive 57% from the field and 45% from three-point range, showing the kind of offensive rhythm that makes them dangerous in the postseason.
NJIT Highlanders vs Vermont Catamounts Pick
NJIT Highlanders vs Vermont Catamounts Spread Pick
- Pick: Vermont Catamounts moneyline
Vermont enters this game as the stronger and more consistent team, especially at home in Patrick Gymnasium where the Catamounts have historically been difficult to beat. The Catamounts are the more efficient offensive team and also allow fewer points per game than NJIT. While the Highlanders showed resilience in their quarterfinal win, Vermont’s depth and scoring balance should give them the edge in this semifinal matchup.
NJIT Highlanders vs Vermont Catamounts Total Pick
- Pick: Under
I like the under in this matchup because NJIT tends to play at a slower tempo and relies heavily on defense to stay competitive. The Highlanders average just 67.4 points per game, and Vermont’s defense allows 68.8 points per contest, which suggests this could become a grind-it-out tournament game. In postseason settings where every possession matters, I expect a more controlled pace that keeps the total score lower.
Final Score Prediction: Vermont Catamounts 72, NJIT Highlanders 63
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