The Rider Broncs (3-2) challenge the Vermont Catamounts (5-1) in the Hall of Fame Tip-Off Springfield at Mohegan Sun Arena. The game begins at 12 p.m. ET on Sunday, November 24, 2019.
Rider Broncs vs. Vermont Catamounts Betting Odds
Both teams won big over their last opponent. The Catamounts defeated the Central Connecticut State Blue Devils 81-49, while the Broncs beat the Columbia Lions 87-63.
Rider played a flawless game. They had a great free throw rate of 0.274 (above their season average of 0.250) and a turnover percentage of 14.1 (better than their season average of 21.7). Columbia was 0.014 and 18.3, respectively, for those same stats. The Catamounts, on the other hand, had a phenomenal effective field goal percentage of 0.623 (above their season average of 0.440) and had a turnover percentage of 13.7 (better than their season average of 16.6). Stef Smith put together a solid performance for Vermont with 24 points and six rebounds. Rider received a boost from Tyere Marshall, who had 25 points and 15 rebounds.
Based on historical performance heading into this one, ball protection could play a key role in this contest. Dating back to last season, Vermont has committed the 60th-fewest miscues in the NCAA (turnover percentage of 17.0 percent), while the disruptive defense of Rider has forced the 38th-most (opponents’ turnover percentage of 21.8 percent). Opposite styles will be on display in this battle. The fast-paced Broncs rank 21st in possessions per game, while the more half-court oriented Catamounts rank 305th.
Rider Broncs vs. Vermont Catamounts Pick
Basketball Tip: SU Winner – Vermont, ATS Winner – Vermont, O/U – Over
Betting Notes (2018-Present):
- Vermont ranks 12th in assists allowed per game (10.1) while Rider ranks 270th (15.1).
- The Catamounts rank 34th in rebounds allowed per game (31.9) while the Broncs rank 221st (36.1).
- Vermont blocks 3.9 opponent shots per game, which is ranked 89th in the country. Rider ranks 188th in blocks allowed per game (3.6).
- The Catamounts rank 73rd in three pointers allowed per game (20.5) while the Broncs rank 292nd (25.7).
- Rider ranks 16th in steals per game (8.6) while Vermont ranks 217th (5.7).
