NCAAB · Final

VCU Rams Dominate Rider Broncs in Convincing Win

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Monday, December 22, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Siegel Center

VCU Rams 100, Rider Broncs 79, 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 VCU Rams?

VCU Rams beat Rider Broncs 100-79 at Siegel Center on December 22, 2025.

Who was favored in Rider Broncs vs VCU Rams?

VCU Rams were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -50000 (about 100% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive matchup, the VCU Rams triumphed over the Rider Broncs with a final score of 100-79 at the Siegel Center. This game showcased the stark contrast in the teams' recent performances, with VCU entering the contest on a two-game winning streak and boasting a home record of 9-4, while Rider struggled significantly with a dismal away record of 1-10.

The Rams have been in strong form lately, winning seven of their last ten games, and their scoring average during this stretch has been impressive at 84.6 points per game, while allowing 70.6. Their recent victories include a commanding 105-83 win against the American University Eagles and an 84-58 win over the Niagara Purple Eagles. At home, VCU has been particularly formidable, holding a 7-1 record, and their last five games have seen them average 87.2 points scored and 69.4 points allowed.

In contrast, the Broncs have faced a challenging season, with a record of just 1-9 in their last ten games and currently on a seven-game losing streak. They averaged only 58.6 points per game during this stretch, while allowing 73.6 points. Their last win came against Eastern Eagles on November 16, where they scored 86 points, but since then, they have struggled to find the basket, with their most recent game resulting in a 57-65 loss to the Delaware Blue Hens.

Historically, VCU has been dominant in their previous meetings with Rider, and this game continued that trend. The Rams' ability to score effectively at home contrasted sharply with Rider's difficulties on the road, where they have yet to secure a win this season, holding an 0-7 record away from home.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any significant absences for either team, which allowed both squads to field their best players for this matchup. The betting market reflected VCU's dominance, with DraftKings listing the Rams as 30.5-point favorites and a moneyline of -50000, while Rider was set at +4000. The total for the game was set at 145.5, indicating expectations for a high-scoring affair.

As for the conditions of the game, the atmosphere at the Siegel Center was electric, with VCU fans rallying behind their team, contributing to the Rams' strong home advantage. Viewers were treated to a display of offensive prowess from VCU, highlighted by their ability to maintain a significant lead throughout the game.

In the second half, the scoring plays continued to showcase VCU's dominance. Key moments included Shemani Fuller’s dunk assisted by Zion Cruz, and Jordann Dumont's driving layup that capped the scoring for the Rams. Rider attempted to mount a comeback but ultimately fell short, unable to match VCU's scoring capabilities.

Overall, this game served as a clear illustration of the disparity between the two programs this season, with VCU establishing themselves as a formidable force in NCAAB while Rider continues to seek answers to their struggles.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	VCU -30.5	145.5 o -112 / u -108	Rider Broncs +4000 · VCU Rams -50000

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Leaders

PointsAhmad Nowell19VCU Rams
AssistsJadrian Tracey6VCU Rams
ReboundsKeyshawn Mitchell10VCU Rams
PointsShemani Fuller15Rider Broncs
AssistsZion Cruz6Rider Broncs
ReboundsShemani Fuller6Rider Broncs

Recent form

VCU Rams

Last 10: 7-3Streak W284.6 scored · 70.6 allowed per game7-1 at home

W105-83vs American University EaglesDec 19
W84-58vs Niagara Purple EaglesDec 16
L78-81vs New Mexico LobosDec 11
W83-57vs Samford BulldogsDec 6
W86-68vs Virginia Tech HokiesNov 28
L74-89at Vanderbilt CommodoresNov 27
W78-66vs South Florida BullsNov 26
W101-58vs Coppin State EaglesNov 23
L79-85at NC State WolfpackNov 18
W78-61vs Saint Peter's PeacocksNov 13

Rider Broncs

Last 10: 1-9Streak L758.6 scored · 73.6 allowed per game0-7 away

L57-65at Delaware Blue HensDec 17
L38-51vs Bucknell BisonDec 10
L58-72at Quinnipiac BobcatsDec 7
L66-68at Merrimack WarriorsDec 5
L65-68vs Coppin State EaglesNov 26
L45-91at Houston CougarsNov 21
L65-99at Texas LonghornsNov 19
W86-54vs Eastern EaglesNov 16
L53-81at Rutgers Scarlet KnightsNov 5
L53-87at Virginia CavaliersNov 4

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
Saint Louis	29-6	-	15-3
VCU	28-8	-	15-3
Saint Joseph's	24-12	2	13-5
Dayton	25-12	3	12-6
George Mason	23-10	4	11-7
Davidson	20-14	5	10-8
Duquesne	18-15	6	9-9
George Washington	19-16	7	8-10
Fordham	17-15	7	8-10
Rhode Island	16-16	8	7-11
Richmond	15-17	10	5-13
La Salle	9-23	10	5-13
St. Bonaventure	17-17	11	4-14
Loyola Chicago	9-24	11	4-14

Box score

Stat	Rider Broncs	VCU Rams
Field goals	29-64	36-62
Field goal %	45	58
Three-pointers	3-12	11-23
Three-point %	25	48
Free throws	18-25	17-22
Free throw %	72	77
Rebounds	33	35
Offensive rebounds	14	10
Defensive rebounds	19	25
Assists	14	20
Steals	5	8
Blocks	3	0
Turnovers	11	9
Team turnovers	0	0
Technical fouls	1	2
Technical fouls, total	1	2
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	6	18
Fast-break points	2	12
Points in the paint	32	50
Fouls	18	19
Largest lead	4	28
Lead changes	5	5
Time in front	11	83

How the scoring went

2nd Half45-65Barry Evans makes 24-foot three point jumper (Terrence Hill Jr. assists)
2nd Half45-68Ahmad Nowell makes 26-foot three point jumper (Barry Evans assists)
2nd Half47-68Davis Bynum makes 18-foot jumper (Caleb Smith assists)
2nd Half48-68Shemani Fuller makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half48-71Ahmad Nowell makes 28-foot three point jumper (Terrence Hill Jr. assists)
2nd Half50-71Shemani Fuller makes layup (Flash Burton assists)
2nd Half50-73Keyshawn Mitchell makes 1-foot dunk (Barry Evans assists)
2nd Half53-73Caleb Smith makes 24-foot three point jumper (Zion Cruz assists)
2nd Half53-75Terrence Hill Jr. makes driving layup
2nd Half54-75Cole McCabe makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half54-78Jordan Tillery makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jadrian Tracey assists)
2nd Half54-80Jordan Tillery makes layup
2nd Half55-80Cole McCabe makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half56-80Cole McCabe makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half56-81Keyshawn Mitchell makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half56-82Keyshawn Mitchell makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half58-82Zion Cruz makes driving layup
2nd Half60-82Zion Cruz makes driving layup
2nd Half60-83Terrence Hill Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half60-84Terrence Hill Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half63-84Flash Burton makes 25-foot three point jumper (Zion Cruz assists)
2nd Half63-86Brandon Jennings makes driving layup
2nd Half63-88Terrence Hill Jr. makes layup (Jadrian Tracey assists)
2nd Half65-88Shemani Fuller makes 3-foot hook shot (Flash Burton assists)
2nd Half65-90Michael Belle makes driving layup
2nd Half67-90Shemani Fuller makes 3-foot dunk (Zion Cruz assists)
2nd Half67-93Keyshawn Mitchell makes 24-foot three point jumper (Nyk Lewis assists)
2nd Half67-95Nyk Lewis makes driving layup (Keyshawn Mitchell assists)
2nd Half69-95AB Coulibaly makes 16-foot pullup jump shot (Flash Burton assists)
2nd Half69-96Brandon Jennings makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half70-96Antwan Wilson makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half71-96Antwan Wilson makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half71-97Jordan Tillery makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half72-97Flash Burton makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half73-97Flash Burton makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half75-97Shemani Fuller makes 3-foot dunk (Zion Cruz assists)
2nd Half75-98Keyshawn Mitchell makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half75-100Jordann Dumont makes driving layup
2nd Half77-100Kristupas Kepežinskas makes layup
2nd Half79-100AB Coulibaly makes layup (Shemani Fuller assists)