Fairfield Stags vs Rider Broncs 2/10/2023 Picks Predictions Previews
The Fairfield Stags will go against the Rider Broncs in NCAAB action in Alumni Gymnasium. NJ, on Friday, February 10, 2023, at 7:00 PM ET.
Fairfield had a highly erratic season thus far, which started with a four-game losing streak to start the year. The Stags had a run of four victories in five games in December before dropping their first three games of the 2023 season.
After that, they had a four-game unbeaten run before losing in OT to Rider in their first meeting, which took place on January 29 as 2.5-point home favorites.
Following that, Fairfield suffered defeats to Quinnipiac and Iona, dropping to sixth place overall and one game below.500 in the conference.
The Stags’ offense disappointed all season long; according to KenPom’s adjusted efficiency ratings, it is outside the top 300.
As of Thursday afternoon, they had the worst 3-point shooting percentage in the country, making only 26.4% of their shots from outside the arc.
With a low turnover rate and a respectable offensive rebounding rate, which both place Fairfield inside the top 160 in both categories, the team was able to save some of their offensive possessions.
Rider’s defense is ranked No. 220 in modified efficiency and will be tested by the Stags.
Supreme Cook, a junior forward, leads Fairfield with 13.0 points and 8.3 rebounds per game, and Caleb Fields, a senior guard, contributes 11.5 points and 3.7 boards.
- The total went UNDER in 6 of Fairfield’s previous 7 meetings.
- The Fairfield Stags are 3-7 SU in their last 10 matches against Rider.
- The total went UNDER in 4 of Fairfield’s last 5 matches on the road.
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Fairfield Stags vs Rider Broncs Predictions 2/10/2023
This season, Rider had a sluggish start, going 6-9 (3-3 MAAC) in its first 15 games. Since then, the Broncs responded with a seven-game unbeaten run, turning into the conference’s hottest club.
When they were 12-point underdogs, they shocked Iona by winning 70-67, and they added the surprise victory over Fairfield at the end of January.
Despite being single-digit underdogs in both of those games, Rider managed to maintain its undefeated run with a pair of double-digit victories over St. Peter’s and Manhattan.
After their recent winning streak, the Broncs are currently leading the conference rankings.
This year, they were a strong offensive squad, ranking No. 129 in modified efficiency.
In that area of the court, Rider primarily struggled with their shooting, ranking 230 in 3-point percentage (32.9) and 243 in 2-point percentage (48.7).
The Broncs’ offensive rebounding, which is among the top 25 nationally, was their strength. Fairfield’s defense, which ranks 74th in field goal percentage, will be their opponent. D
wight Murray Jr., a senior guard, leads Rider in scoring, rebounding, and assists with 16.3 points, 4.7 per game. Senior guard Allen Powell and senior guard Allen Bertrand each contribute 9.9 points and 2.2 assists.
- The Fairfield Stags are 4-1 ATS in their last 5 matches.
- The total went UNDER in 9 of Rider’s last 11 matches.
- The Rider Broncs are 7-0 SU in their last 7 matches.
Fairfield Stags vs Rider Broncs. The NCAAB pick for this game is the Fairfield Stags. The fact that Fairfield lost in a close game in their first encounter only benefited the Stags in the rematch.
They were 7-point underdogs when the game started, which bettors promptly mocked and jumped all over.
As a veteran club that relies on its defense to win matches, Fairfield is not a terrible betting choice when playing on the road.
The Stags also have a significant height advantage against the Riders, whose average height is just outside the top 300 nationally.
In its last six home games, Rider only covered the spread once, and in its previous 18 games versus Fairfield, it only did so four times.
Points will be difficult to score as a result of the slow tempo, adding to the value of the underdog. The Fairfield Stags will win to a predicted score of 69-64.
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Fairfield Stags vs Rider Broncs 2/10/2023 Picks Predictions Previews
NCAAB Starting Time: 7:00 PM (EDT)
Location: Alumni Gymnasium. NJ
Date: Friday, February 10, 2023
TV: ESPU
NCAAB Odds: Fairfield Stags +4.5
NCAAB Totals: 132.5