Rider Broncs vs Manhattan Jaspers 2/5/2023 Picks Predictions Previews
The Rider Broncs aim to continue their winning ways as they hit the road for a Sunday tilt against the Manhattan Jaspers.
With a record of three games above .500, the Broncs come into the contest riding a three-game win streak, most recently dominating Saint Peter’s in a 21-point victory.
Behind a strong defensive performance, Rider held Saint Peter’s to just 61 points and generated 12 turnovers, leading to the lopsided victory.
On the offensive end, the Broncs were dominant, shooting 54.2% from the field and 66.7% from beyond the arc en route to an 82-point outing, with a 46-point first half setting the tone.
Dwight Murray Jr. is leading the Rider offense with 16.5 points per game and a team-best 3.2 assists, while Mervin James is the team’s top rebounder with 6.7 boards per game and a second-best 13.1 points.
Following Friday’s win and Siena’s loss, Rider is now in a first-place tie with the Saints in the MAAC standings. The Broncs lost at Siena on Jan. 8 but will host the Saints on Feb. 24.
The win over Saint Peter’s was dominant, as Rider led 46-23 at the half and never trailed in the game. The Broncs hit 54.2 percent of their field goals, including 8-of-12 three-point attempts (66.7%).
They also outrebounded the Peacocks 33-22. Senior guard Dwight Murray Jr. paced Rider with 15 points, six assists, and five rebounds.
- The Rider Broncs are 11-3 SU in their last 14 battles with the Jaspers.
- The total stayed UNDER in 4 of Rider’s last 5 games on the road.
- The total went OVER in 5 of Rider’s last 6 games on the road against Manhattan.
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Rider Broncs vs Manhattan Jaspers Predictions 2/5/2023
The Manhattan Jaspers return to Riverdale for a Sunday afternoon showdown, riding a two-game winning streak and sitting two games below .500.
They secured a hard-fought five-point victory over Siena in overtime, showcasing their defensive prowess by holding their opponents to just 66 points on 37.3% shooting and forcing 16 turnovers.
Manhattan’s offense also stepped up, shooting nearly 45% from the field and sinking 22 free throws for a total of 71 points, 14 of which came in the overtime period.
Leading the charge for the Jaspers is Ant Nelson, who averages a team-high 15.4 points per game on 39.7% shooting and also dishes out a team-best 4.6 assists.
Samir Stewart contributes 14.2 points per game, while Elijah Buchanan adds 11 points per contest. Anchoring the team in the paint is big man Josh Roberts, who averages 9.3 rebounds and 12.4 points per game.
- The total went OVER in 5 of Manhattan’s last 6 matches with the Broncs.
- The total hung OVER in 6 of the Manhattan JAspers’ last 8 games at home.
- The total went OVER in 5 of the Jaspers’ last 6 games at home against Rider.
Rider Broncs vs Manhattan Jaspers. The NCAAB pick for this game is the Rider Broncs. In Sunday’s showdown, the Rider Broncs are the clear favorites and are expected to extend their winning streak.
The Broncs boast superior play on both offense and defense, giving them an edge over their opponent.
Look for Rider to put in a solid performance and come away with the victory, covering the spread. The final score prediction is a decisive 71-63 win for the Broncs.
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Rider Broncs vs Manhattan Jaspers 2/5/2023 Picks Predictions Previews
NCAAB Starting Time: 2:00 PM (EDT)
Location: Draddy Gymnasium in the Bronx, NY
Date: Sunday, February 5, 2023
TV: ESPN+
NCAAB Odds: Rider Broncs -3.0
NCAAB Totals: 137.5