Siena Saints Defeat Rider Broncs 76-61 at MVP Arena
Sunday, March 1, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · MVP Arena
Siena Saints 76, Rider Broncs 61, 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 Rider Broncs vs Siena Saints?
Siena Saints beat Rider Broncs 76-61 at MVP Arena on March 1, 2026.
Who was favored in Rider Broncs vs Siena Saints?
Siena Saints were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -1450 (about 94% implied). The favorite won.
The Siena Saints secured a convincing 76-61 victory over the Rider Broncs at MVP Arena, showcasing their strong home performance against a struggling opponent. This game highlighted the disparity in their season records, with Siena boasting a 20-11 record compared to Rider's 4-25. The Saints have been competitive in their last ten games, holding a record of 6-4, while Rider has struggled, managing only two wins in the same span with a record of 2-8.
Siena's recent form has been characterized by a scoring average of 70.4 points per game, with an average of 68.5 points allowed. However, they faced a setback in their previous game against the Fairfield Stags, losing 58-72. Prior to that, they had a home win against the Saint Peter's Peacocks, 72-63. In their last five games, Siena's scoring average dipped to 66.2 points, with an average of 70.2 points allowed, indicating some defensive vulnerabilities despite their overall strong record.
On the other hand, Rider has faced significant challenges throughout the season, particularly on the road, where they hold an away record of 0-5. Their last ten games have seen them average 65.2 points scored and 76.3 points allowed, reflecting their struggles both offensively and defensively. Their last outing resulted in a loss to the Iona Gaels, 58-80, and they have not won since February 22 against the Niagara Purple Eagles.
Historically, Siena has had the upper hand in their recent matchups against Rider, holding a 1-2 record in their last three encounters. Earlier this season, Siena defeated Rider 74-65, while in the 2025 season, they lost two close games, 76-78 and 59-61. This match added to Siena's advantage in their head-to-head record.
In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details on player availability, but both teams have faced challenges throughout the season that could impact their lineups. The market reflected Siena's strong position, with DraftKings setting the spread at -14.5 for the Saints, indicating a significant expectation of their dominance in the matchup. The total points line was set at 137.5, with over odds at -115.0 and under odds at -105.0. Siena's moneyline was heavily favored at -1450.0, while Rider's moneyline was at 850.0, further emphasizing the disparity in their perceived chances of winning.
The conditions for the game were standard for a college basketball matchup, with both teams playing in front of a home crowd for Siena, which often provides a boost in performance. Viewers were treated to a display of Siena's offensive capabilities, particularly in the second half, where they pulled away decisively. Key moments included a driving layup by Gavin Doty and a series of free throws by Francis Folefac, which helped solidify Siena's lead as the game progressed.
Overall, the game served as a reminder of Siena's competitive edge in the league and Rider's ongoing struggles, setting the stage for both teams as they head into the final stretch of the season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SIE -14.5 | 137.5 o -115 / u -105 | Rider Broncs +850 · Siena Saints -1450 |
Leaders
- PointsFrancis Folefac23Siena Saints
- AssistsJustice Shoats5Siena Saints
- ReboundsFrancis Folefac13Siena Saints
- PointsFlash Burton20Rider Broncs
- AssistsFlash Burton3Rider Broncs
- ReboundsFlash Burton6Rider Broncs
Recent form
Siena Saints
Last 10: 6-4Streak L170.4 scored · 68.5 allowed per game3-1 at home
- L58-72at Fairfield StagsFeb 28
- W72-63vs Saint Peter's PeacocksFeb 22
- L72-79at Merrimack WarriorsFeb 21
- W67-63at Marist Red FoxesFeb 15
- L62-74vs Quinnipiac BobcatsFeb 14
- L65-70at Saint Peter's PeacocksFeb 7
- W79-72vs Iona GaelsFeb 6
- W78-63at Canisius Golden GriffinsFeb 1
- W82-79at Niagara Purple EaglesJan 30
- W69-50vs Marist Red FoxesJan 23
Rider Broncs
Last 10: 2-8Streak L165.2 scored · 76.3 allowed per game0-5 away
- L58-80at Iona GaelsFeb 28
- W67-62vs Niagara Purple EaglesFeb 22
- L66-72vs Canisius Golden GriffinsFeb 21
- 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
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 | Rider Broncs | Siena Saints |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 24-60 | 24-53 |
| Field goal % | 40 | 45 |
| Three-pointers | 6-22 | 6-14 |
| Three-point % | 27 | 43 |
| Free throws | 7-9 | 22-25 |
| Free throw % | 78 | 88 |
| Rebounds | 31 | 36 |
| Offensive rebounds | 6 | 7 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 29 |
| Assists | 12 | 13 |
| Steals | 6 | 3 |
| Blocks | 3 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 2 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 9 |
| Fast-break points | 8 | 4 |
| Points in the paint | 24 | 30 |
| Fouls | 15 | 9 |
| Largest lead | 10 | 15 |
| Lead changes | 6 | 6 |
| Time in front | 41 | 54 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half35-28Caleb Smith makes layup
- 1st Half35-30Francis Folefac makes driving layup
- 1st Half35-33Gavin Doty makes 23-foot three point jumper (Justice Shoats assists)
- 2nd Half35-35Francis Folefac makes layup
- 2nd Half38-35Flash Burton makes 24-foot three point jumper (Shemani Fuller assists)
- 2nd Half38-36Francis Folefac makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half41-36Flash Burton makes 24-foot three point jumper (Shemani Fuller assists)
- 2nd Half41-39Brendan Coyle makes 24-foot three point jumper (Gavin Doty assists)
- 2nd Half41-41Riley Mulvey makes layup (Justice Shoats assists)
- 2nd Half41-42Riley Mulvey makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half41-45Brendan Coyle makes 24-foot three point jumper (Gavin Doty assists)
- 2nd Half42-45Flash Burton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half42-47Francis Folefac makes 2-foot dunk (Riley Mulvey assists)
- 2nd Half42-48Brendan Coyle makes free throw 1 of 3
- 2nd Half42-49Brendan Coyle makes free throw 2 of 3
- 2nd Half42-50Brendan Coyle makes free throw 3 of 3
- 2nd Half44-50Zion Cruz makes 12-foot jumper
- 2nd Half44-52Gavin Doty makes driving layup (Justice Shoats assists)
- 2nd Half45-52Caleb Smith makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-55Brendan Coyle makes 24-foot three point jumper (Justice Shoats assists)
- 2nd Half47-55Zion Cruz makes 16-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half47-57Justice Shoats makes layup (Francis Folefac assists)
- 2nd Half49-57Flash Burton makes 13-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half49-59Riley Mulvey makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half49-61Justice Shoats makes 17-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half52-61Flash Burton makes 25-foot three point jumper (Caleb Smith assists)
- 2nd Half52-64Brendan Coyle makes 23-foot three point jumper (Francis Folefac assists)
- 2nd Half52-66Justice Shoats makes 10-foot turnaround jump shot
- 2nd Half54-66Caleb Smith makes driving layup (Flash Burton assists)
- 2nd Half54-67Francis Folefac makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half54-68Francis Folefac makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half56-68Antwan Wilson makes driving layup
- 2nd Half57-68Antwan Wilson makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half57-70Brendan Coyle makes driving layup (Francis Folefac assists)
- 2nd Half59-70Antwan Wilson makes 12-foot jumper (Caleb Smith assists)
- 2nd Half61-70Shemani Fuller makes 8-foot turnaround jump shot (AB Coulibaly assists)
- 2nd Half61-71Francis Folefac makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half61-72Francis Folefac makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half61-74Gavin Doty makes driving layup
- 2nd Half61-76Justice Shoats makes driving layup
Win probability
Above the line favours Siena Saints, below favours Rider Broncs.
Venue
- MVP ArenaAlbany, NY
- Attendance6016
- OfficialsBrian Zink, William Flowers Jr., Tim Smith
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