BOTTOM LINE: American hosts Colgate in a matchup of Patriot League teams. The Eagles are 6-1 on their home court. American ranks third in the Patriot League in team defense, allowing 69.5 points while holding opponents to 46.2% shooting.

American is looking to prolong its four-game win streak with a victory over Colgate. Saturday's matchup is the first of the season between the teams.

Matt Rogers had 26 points in American's 81-77 victory over Colgate on Saturday night. Rogers also contributed eight rebounds for the Eagles (12-9, 6-2 Patriot League). Greg Jones scored 18 points while going 5 of 9 from the floor,

Colgate averages 67.1 points and has outscored opponents by 9.0 points per game. The Eagles are 0-7 against Patriot opponents. American has a 0-10 record in games decided by 10 or more points.

The Eagles are 0-7 in conference games. American has a 0-11 record against teams above .500. Colgate averages 67.1 points per game, 3.2 fewer points than the 70.3 American allows. American averages 54.4 points per game, 3.7 fewer than the 58.1 Colgate gives up.