UMass Minutemen Host Albany Great Danes in Saturday College Basketball Matchup

The UMass Minutemen will face off against the Albany Great Danes today at 6 p.m. EST in Amherst, Massachusetts, as both teams seek their first win of the season.

The Minutemen are favored by 8 points according to BetMGM Sportsbook, with an over/under of 161.5 points. UMass concluded last season with a 12-20 overall record, performing well at home with an 8-8 record, and averaged 12.9 assists per game on 26.3 made field goals. A strong start to the season is crucial for both teams as they vie for position in their respective conferences.

Albany enters the game following an 80-53 loss to the Marquette Golden Eagles yesterday, where Amir Lindsey led the Great Danes with 20 points. Albany finished last season at 17-16 overall, with an 8-8 record on the road, and averaged 12.5 assists per game on 27.3 made field goals. College basketball rankings and schedules can be found at NCAA.com.

This game marks the first meeting between the two programs this season. The teams will continue non-conference play before entering conference schedules. For more information on college basketball odds, visit BetMGM.

Officials anticipate a competitive game as both teams look to establish momentum early in the 2025-2026 season.