The Iona Gaels and Rider Broncs face off on Friday in a college basketball showdown at Rider University Memorial Gym. Let’s look at the betting matchup and give a free Iona vs Rider prediction.
Iowa Offense Looks to Bounce Back
Iona in the last game faced off against Saint Peter’s and the offense wasn’t good enough. The offense only managed 53 points and that led to the six point defeat. Greg Gordon had a strong game putting up 15 points and 12 rebounds. Iona on the season is averaging 73.1 points while their defense is giving up 71.1 points per game. Greg Gordon is averaging 16 points while their defense is giving up while shooting 54.8 percent from the field and 32.6 percent from behind the three point line.
Rider Offense Looked Good In Last Game
Rider faced off against Manhattan in the last game and they scored 104 points on the way to the victory. Rider was led by Mervin James who put up 20 points, five assists, and two rebounds. Rider on the season is 73.0 points per game while their defense is giving up 74.1 points per game. The offense is ranked 209th in the league while the defense is ranked 248th. Mervin James is averaging 18.6 points while shooting 51.9 percent from the field and 41.7 percent from behind the three point line.
Rider Broncs Team Facts
- Rider has won four of its last five night games following a road win.
- The road team has won the first half in each of Rider’s last four games.
Iona Gaels Team Facts
- Iona has won each of its last six games at Alumni Gymnasium.
- Iona has won the first half in each of its last six night games against Rider.
Iona vs Rider Betting Prediction
Rider in the last game scored 104 points and they are going to have no issue running up the score here. Iona is giving up 71.1 points per game and they are going to really struggle to defend in this game. Iona’s offense won’t be keeping up here and it’s going to be Rider that is going to get the job done here. This is one of my favorite plays on the board. Back Rider against the spread here.