Princeton Tigers vs Mercer Bears: Prediction, Head-to-Head, Odds & Stats (Sat, 11 Oct '25)

As the Princeton Tigers prepare to face off against the Mercer Bears in the NCAA Regular Season tournament on Saturday, October 11, 2025, it is essential to delve into the statistics and previous encounters to forecast the potential outcomes of this anticipated clash.

When examining their past encounters, neither team holds a clear advantage, with the sole head-to-head match being decidedly in favor of the Mercer Bears. This previous matchup, held on Saturday, October 12, 2024, concluded with the Mercer Bears achieving a decisive 34-7 victory over the Tigers, as the home team. The Princeton Tigers were unable to secure any head-to-head victories over the Mercer Bears in the last matchup.

Assessing the statistical performance from their previous encounter, the Tigers' and Bears' abilities seemed evenly matched, with both teams registering 0/0 (0%) on free throws and three-pointers. Defensive play was similarly balanced, with both teams achieving no rebounds and turnovers. Both the Tigers and the Bears reached a maximum scoring streak of zero points during their last encounter, indicating limited offensive sparks in that game.

Looking at the momentum each team brings into this match, the Princeton Tigers are coming off a narrow 17-10 victory against the Columbia Lions. In contrast, Mercer Bears enter the court with a more dominant 45-21 win over the Samford Bulldogs. This momentum could provide the Bears with a psychological edge.

Taking all statistics and recent performances into account, the Mercer Bears appear slightly more favored to claim victory in the upcoming game. These elements suggest that the Bears have a commendable chance of outperforming the Princeton Tigers in their NCAA Regular Season matchup.