The Marist Red Foxes (1-5) head to Alumni Gymnasium to square off with the Rider Broncs (6-2). The Red Foxes will try to put an end to their five-game losing streak. The game begins at 7 p.m. ET on Monday, December 16, 2019.
Marist Red Foxes vs. Rider Broncs Betting Odds
In their last matchup, the Broncs were victorious over the LIU Sharks, 89-74, while the Red Foxes lost a winnable game to the Navy Midshipmen, 53-51.
Rider dominated nearly every facet of the game. They had an absurd offensive rebounding percentage of 47.2 (above their season average of 31.5) and a turnover percentage of 13.2 (better than their season average of 18.5). For those same stats, LIU put up marks of 20.0 and 18.4, respectively. Marist, on the other hand, held Navy to an effective field goal percentage of 0.390 (below their season average of 0.471). Rider was led by Frederick Scott, who put up 21 points and 10 rebounds. Michael Cubbage, meanwhile had a solid performance for Marist, recording 14 points and eight rebounds.
The Broncs dominated this series last year, taking both games. In the last contest, Rider won 75-64. Getting to the free throw line was one of Rider’s biggest strengths. They had 31 free throw attempts, while Marist had 17.
Opposite paces will be on display in this meeting. Dating back to last season, Rider has preferred an up-and-down style of play (39th in possessions per game), while Marist has been more methodical (327th in possessions per game).
Marist Red Foxes vs. Rider Broncs Betting Pick
Pick: SU Winner – Rider, ATS Winner – Rider, O/U – Under
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Rider ranks 54th in rebounds per game (38.7) while Marist ranks 243rd (31.9).
- The Broncs average 14.5 assists per game, which ranks 71st in the NCAA. The Red Foxes rank 163rd in assists allowed per game (13.4).
- The Broncs rank 38th in steals per game (8.5) while the Red Foxes rank 145th (5.8).
- Marist averages 21.9 three pointers per game, which ranks 140th in the nation. Rider ranks 244th in three pointers allowed per game (25.7).