NCAAB · Final

Canisius Tops Rider in Close NCAAB Matchup

Friday, February 20, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Alumni Gymnasium (Rider)

Canisius Golden Griffins 72, Rider Broncs 66, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Quick answers

Who won Canisius Golden Griffins vs Rider Broncs?

Canisius Golden Griffins beat Rider Broncs 72-66 at Alumni Gymnasium (Rider) on February 20, 2026.

Who was favored in Canisius Golden Griffins vs Rider Broncs?

Rider Broncs were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -120 (about 55% implied). The underdog won.

In a tightly contested game at Alumni Gymnasium, the Canisius Golden Griffins emerged victorious over the Rider Broncs with a final score of 72-66. This matchup was particularly noteworthy as both teams have struggled throughout the season, with Rider holding a home record of 3-23 and Canisius at 9-19 overall. The game was marked by a series of back-and-forth plays, but ultimately, Canisius managed to secure the win despite their recent form.

Rider entered the game with a record of 2-8 over their last ten outings, currently on a four-game losing streak. They have averaged 67.6 points scored per game while allowing 79.1 points, indicating significant defensive struggles. Their last five games reflected a record of 1-4, with an average of 62.0 points scored and 76.6 points allowed. In contrast, Canisius has faced even tougher challenges, having lost their last ten games, which included an average of 63.6 points scored and 71.1 points allowed. Their recent form has seen them score 61.4 points on average over their last five games, with a defensive average of 71.2 points allowed.

At home, Rider has managed a record of 2-3, while their away record stands at 0-5. Canisius, on the other hand, has struggled on the road with an away record of 0-4 and a home record of 0-6, showcasing their difficulties in both settings this season.

The two teams had met previously in the 2025 season, splitting their two encounters. Rider won the last meeting convincingly with a score of 78-50 at home, while Canisius had previously defeated Rider 85-67 in an earlier matchup. This history added an extra layer of intrigue to the game, as both teams sought to assert their dominance over the other.

In terms of injuries, no specific players were mentioned in the block, indicating that both teams might have fielded their full rosters for this crucial game. The betting market reflected a close contest, with DraftKings pricing Rider as 1.5-point favorites, indicating a competitive matchup. The total points line was set at 131.5, suggesting expectations for a moderately high-scoring game.

As the game unfolded, key moments included Javante Edwards making critical free throws that extended Canisius's lead late in the second half. Zion Cruz also contributed significantly with a three-point jumper that kept Rider within striking distance. However, despite their efforts, Rider could not close the gap, ultimately falling short.

The conditions in the gym were conducive to a competitive atmosphere, with both teams looking to capitalize on their scoring opportunities. Viewers were treated to a game that showcased the resilience of Canisius, who managed to snap their losing streak against a Rider team that continues to struggle this season. The victory for Canisius not only boosts their morale but also serves as a reminder of the fierce competition present in NCAAB, even among teams at the bottom of the standings.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	RID -1.5	131.5 o -110 / u -110	Canisius Golden Griffins +100 · Rider Broncs -120

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Leaders

PointsFlash Burton22Rider Broncs
AssistsShemani Fuller3Rider Broncs
ReboundsShemani Fuller8Rider Broncs
PointsBryan Ndjonga21Canisius Golden Griffins
AssistsJavante Edwards3Canisius Golden Griffins
ReboundsMike Evbagharu8Canisius Golden Griffins

Recent form

Rider Broncs

Last 10: 2-8Streak L467.6 scored · 79.1 allowed per game2-3 at home

L75-86at Sacred Heart PioneersFeb 15
L55-65vs Mount St. Mary's MountaineersFeb 14
L47-73vs Merrimack WarriorsFeb 8
L52-81at Marist Red FoxesFeb 6
W81-78vs Saint Peter's PeacocksFeb 1
L90-95at Manhattan JaspersJan 31
L61-71at Mount St. Mary's MountaineersJan 24
L85-105vs Sacred Heart PioneersJan 19
L58-69at Saint Peter's PeacocksJan 17
W72-68vs Iona GaelsJan 15

Canisius Golden Griffins

Last 10: 0-10Streak L1063.6 scored · 71.1 allowed per game0-4 away

L65-69vs Manhattan JaspersFeb 15
L63-69vs Iona GaelsFeb 14
L60-75at Quinnipiac BobcatsFeb 6
L56-65at Niagara Purple EaglesFeb 3
L63-78vs Siena SaintsFeb 1
L86-88vs Marist Red FoxesJan 31
L55-61at Fairfield StagsJan 25
L66-69at Sacred Heart PioneersJan 23
L68-78vs Mount St. Mary's MountaineersJan 17
L54-59vs Niagara Purple EaglesJan 15

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Merrimack	23-11	-	17-3
Saint Peter's	17-12	3	14-6
Siena	23-12	4	13-7
Marist	19-12	5	12-8
Quinnipiac	19-13	5	12-8
Fairfield	21-13	6	11-9
Mount St. Mary's	15-17	6	11-9
Iona	18-14	7	10-10
Sacred Heart	14-19	8	9-11
Manhattan	12-20	9	8-12
Canisius	10-21	12	5-15
Niagara	8-22	12	5-15
Rider	4-25	14	3-17

Box score

Stat	Canisius Golden Griffins	Rider Broncs
Field goals	23-52	25-64
Field goal %	44	39
Three-pointers	7-20	5-17
Three-point %	35	29
Free throws	19-22	11-18
Free throw %	86	61
Rebounds	42	28
Offensive rebounds	11	10
Defensive rebounds	31	18
Assists	11	11
Steals	3	10
Blocks	7	3
Turnovers	16	5
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	9	16
Fast-break points	12	12
Points in the paint	32	34
Fouls	13	15
Largest lead	12	0
Lead changes	0	0
Time in front	95	0

How the scoring went

2nd Half42-37Zion Cruz makes 7-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half42-39Shemani Fuller makes layup
2nd Half43-39Bryan Ndjonga makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half44-39Bryan Ndjonga makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half44-41Davis Bynum makes 3-foot floating jump shot (Shemani Fuller assists)
2nd Half46-41Kahlil Singleton makes 12-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half46-42Flash Burton makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half46-43Flash Burton makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half46-45Flash Burton makes layup (Shemani Fuller assists)
2nd Half49-45Kahlil Singleton makes free throw 3 of 3
2nd Half47-45Kahlil Singleton makes free throw 1 of 3
2nd Half48-45Kahlil Singleton makes free throw 2 of 3
2nd Half51-45Brendan Oliver makes 2-foot dunk (Mike Evbagharu assists)
2nd Half51-47Shemani Fuller makes layup (Caleb Smith assists)
2nd Half53-47Javante Edwards makes 5-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half53-49Shemani Fuller makes layup
2nd Half53-50Flash Burton makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half53-51Flash Burton makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half53-53Zion Cruz makes layup
2nd Half55-53Mike Evbagharu makes layup (Bryan Ndjonga assists)
2nd Half55-55Mohamad Diallo makes layup (Zion Cruz assists)
2nd Half58-55Bryan Ndjonga makes 23-foot three point jumper (Javante Edwards assists)
2nd Half59-55Javante Edwards makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half60-55Javante Edwards makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half60-57Shemani Fuller makes layup (Caleb Smith assists)
2nd Half62-57Bryan Ndjonga makes layup
2nd Half65-57Bryan Ndjonga makes 24-foot three point jumper (Javante Edwards assists)
2nd Half65-58Shemani Fuller makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half65-59Shemani Fuller makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half66-59Javante Edwards makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half66-60Flash Burton makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half66-61Flash Burton makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half67-61Javante Edwards makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half68-61Javante Edwards makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half68-63Zion Cruz makes layup
2nd Half69-63Mike Evbagharu makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half70-63Mike Evbagharu makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half70-66Zion Cruz makes 26-foot three point jumper (Flash Burton assists)
2nd Half71-66Myles Wilmoth makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half72-66Myles Wilmoth makes free throw 2 of 2