Men's College Basketball · Matchup Preview

Mercyhurst Lakers vs Niagara Purple Eagles

Preview · updated September 9, 2026 · 2025–26 season
Mercyhurst Lakers
Lakers
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— home · — away
8th in col
Head coach Ryan Patton
Niagara Purple Eagles
Purple Eagles
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— home · — away
9th in Metro
Head coach Ren Cefra
Storylines
Stakes8th in col
Players to watch
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