Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our Stony Brook vs Rider NCAA Basketball prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in Lawrenceville.
Stony Brook vs Rider Prediction
Betting on today's Seawolves and Broncs game? Catch the action at Alumni Gymnasium (Rider) in Lawrenceville, NJ, as the Broncs hosts this showdown at 1:00 ET on ESPN+. This non-conference matchup has an over/under of 135.5 points, and Rider is favored by -7.5 vs. Stony Brook.
Stony Brook vs. Rider Matchup At A Glance
- Sport: NCAAB
- Teams: Stony Brook Seawolves at Rider Broncs
- Where: Lawrenceville at Alumni Gymnasium (Rider)
- Date: Saturday, December 14th
- Betting Odds RIDER -7.5, STBR +256 | RIDER -346 O/U 135.5
Seawolves Preview: Can the Seawolves Lock in a Win at Lawrenceville?
Stony Brook Seawolves Recent Game/Games
Stony Brook’s season continued to be a struggle as they fell to 1-7 after a 69-61 road loss to Air Force on Saturday. The Seawolves entered the game as +5.5 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread.
Stony Brook trailed 27-23 at halftime and couldn’t close the gap in the 2nd half, where they were outscored 42-38. The game’s total points of 130 just missed the O/U line of 130.5.
Seawolves Offense Breakdown
Stony Brook's offense struggled from beyond the arc in their last game, hitting just 3 of 21 threes for a 14.3% shooting percentage. Overall, they shot 37.3% from the field, with an effective field goal percentage of 40.7%.
Despite their shooting struggles, the Seawolves were strong at the free-throw line, making 14 of 17 attempts for an 82.4% success rate. They also grabbed 14 offensive rebounds and dished out 12 assists in the game.
Seawolves Team Defense
Despite Stony Brook's defensive struggles, they allowed 69 points on 57% shooting from the field. The Seawolves couldn't contain their opponent inside, giving up 75% shooting on two-point attempts (18/24).
From beyond the arc, Stony Brook's defense held their opponent to 33% shooting, with 6 made threes on 18 attempts. They also sent the opposing team to the free-throw line 19 times, where they converted 15 free throws for 78%.
Broncs Preview: Is A Home Victory Likely for Favored Rider?
Rider Broncs Recent Game/Games
Rider fell to 4-6 on the season after a 72-67 home loss to Quinnipiac on Friday, December 6th. Entering the game as +1 underdogs, the Broncs not only lost but also failed to cover the spread.
Rider trailed 31-29 at halftime and couldn't make up the difference in the second half, where they were outscored 41-38. The total points for the game were 139, just under the O/U line of 143.
Broncs Offense Breakdown
Rider's offense put up 67 points in their last game, shooting 44.6% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was 46.4%, with a 52.4% success rate on two-pointers. However, they struggled from beyond the arc, hitting just 3 of 14 attempts for 21.4%.
Amarri Monroe led the way with 20 points and 13 rebounds, shooting 53.3% overall and 50% from three-point range. Zion Cruz added 15 points, while Khaden Bennett contributed 12 points and 3 assists.
Broncs Team Defense
Rider's defense gave up 72 points, with their opponents shooting 44% from the field (25/56). Inside the arc, they allowed 52% shooting, with 22 two-point baskets made on 42 attempts.
From three-point range, Rider held their opponents to just 3/14 shooting (21%). They also sent them to the free-throw line 20 times, where they converted 14 free throws (70%). Rider allowed 12 offensive rebounds.
Seawolves vs Broncs Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis
- Across their five previous road games, Stony Brook has an ATS mark of 1-4. Their straight up record in these matchups was 1-4 while averaging 61 points per game.
- Although Rider has a straight up record of 2-3 in their last five home games, they have not held up as well vs the spread going 2-3. The team averaged 65 points per game in these games.
- As the betting underdog, the Seawolves have an ATS mark of just 0-3 in their last three games. Stony Brook posted a straight up mark of 0-3 in these matchups.
- As the betting favorite, the Broncs have an ATS mark of just 7-3 in their last ten games. Rider posted a straight up mark of 7-3 in these matchups.
Stony Brook vs Rider Prediction & Free Pick
- KnupSports.com Free Betting Prediction: Stony Brook +7.5 Be sure to check out our other NCAA Basketball betting previews for this week. KnupSports.com also updates their sports betting picks page daily with plays across all sports.