Sacred Heart Dominates Rider in 105-85 Victory
Monday, January 19, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · Alumni Gymnasium (Rider)
Sacred Heart Pioneers 105, Rider Broncs 85, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Sacred Heart Pioneers vs Rider Broncs?
Sacred Heart Pioneers beat Rider Broncs 105-85 at Alumni Gymnasium (Rider) on January 19, 2026.
Who was favored in Sacred Heart Pioneers vs Rider Broncs?
Sacred Heart Pioneers were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -205 (about 67% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Sacred Heart Pioneers defeated the Rider Broncs 105-85 at Alumni Gymnasium. This game showcased a significant disparity in performance between the two teams, particularly highlighting the struggles of the Broncs, who now hold a dismal home record of 2-16. The Pioneers, on the other hand, improved their away record to 8-13 with this win.
Rider's recent form has been troubling, as they have only managed to secure one victory in their last ten games, resulting in a record of 1-9. Their average scoring during this stretch has been 60.9 points per game, while they have allowed an average of 71.2 points. Their last five games have seen them score an average of 61.2 points and allow 70.0 points, with their most recent result being a loss to the Saint Peter's Peacocks, 58-69.
Sacred Heart's performance has been slightly better, with a record of 3-7 in their last ten games. They have averaged 70.8 points scored and 72.3 points allowed during this period. Their last game was a victory against the Siena Saints, where they won 86-80. In their last five games, they have averaged 71.4 points scored and 74.4 points allowed, showing a more consistent offensive output compared to Rider.
Historically, Rider has struggled against Sacred Heart, with their previous meeting on February 7, 2025, resulting in a loss for the Broncs by a score of 77-89. This latest defeat extends Rider's losing streak against the Pioneers to two games.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but the overall form of Rider suggests potential issues affecting their roster. The Pioneers entered the game as 4.5-point favorites according to DraftKings, with a moneyline of -205, while Rider was priced at +170. The total for the game was set at 144.5, indicating expectations for a high-scoring affair, which ultimately proved accurate given the final score.
The game conditions were typical for a mid-January evening, conducive to basketball. Fans were treated to an exciting display of scoring, particularly from Sacred Heart, who managed to pull away in the second half. Key moments included AB Coulibaly making a series of free throws and dunks, contributing significantly to the Pioneers' scoring surge. Coulibaly's performance was instrumental in maintaining the lead as Sacred Heart continued to build on their advantage.
Viewers should note the stark contrast in offensive efficiency between the two teams, as Sacred Heart executed their plays effectively, while Rider struggled to keep pace. The Pioneers' ability to capitalize on fast breaks and their overall shooting accuracy were critical factors in their victory. As the season progresses, both teams will look to address their weaknesses, but this game clearly highlighted the current gap in performance levels.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | SHU -4.5 | 144.5 o -105 / u -115 | Sacred Heart Pioneers -205 · Rider Broncs +170 |
Leaders
- PointsFlash Burton21Rider Broncs
- AssistsFlash Burton8Rider Broncs
- ReboundsCaleb Smith15Rider Broncs
- PointsAnquan Hill26Sacred Heart Pioneers
- AssistsMekhi Conner13Sacred Heart Pioneers
- ReboundsDashon Gittens10Sacred Heart Pioneers
Recent form
Rider Broncs
Last 10: 1-9Streak L160.9 scored · 71.2 allowed per game1-4 at home
- L58-69at Saint Peter's PeacocksJan 17
- W72-68vs Iona GaelsJan 15
- L49-71vs Marist Red FoxesJan 11
- L62-68at Fairfield StagsJan 10
- L65-74vs Siena SaintsJan 4
- L71-74vs Manhattan JaspersDec 30
- L79-100at VCU RamsDec 23
- L57-65at Delaware Blue HensDec 17
- L38-51vs Bucknell BisonDec 10
- L58-72at Quinnipiac BobcatsDec 7
Sacred Heart Pioneers
Last 10: 3-7Streak W170.8 scored · 72.3 allowed per game2-4 away
- W86-80at Siena SaintsJan 15
- L60-70vs Quinnipiac BobcatsJan 11
- L72-76vs Marist Red FoxesJan 10
- L78-82at Canisius Golden GriffinsJan 4
- L61-64at Niagara Purple EaglesJan 2
- L72-80vs Merrimack WarriorsDec 29
- L47-72at Towson TigersDec 22
- W85-63vs Dartmouth Big GreenDec 19
- L82-87at UMass Lowell River HawksDec 16
- W65-49at NJIT HighlandersDec 13
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 | Sacred Heart Pioneers | Rider Broncs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 36-59 | 33-71 |
| Field goal % | 61 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 15-27 | 8-21 |
| Three-point % | 56 | 38 |
| Free throws | 18-26 | 11-17 |
| Free throw % | 69 | 65 |
| Rebounds | 36 | 34 |
| Offensive rebounds | 4 | 9 |
| Defensive rebounds | 32 | 25 |
| Assists | 21 | 20 |
| Steals | 5 | 3 |
| Blocks | 4 | 2 |
| Turnovers | 9 | 8 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 16 | 11 |
| Fast-break points | 32 | 14 |
| Points in the paint | 40 | 40 |
| Fouls | 17 | 17 |
| Largest lead | 25 | 2 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 96 | 1 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half66-54Antwan Wilson makes layup
- 2nd Half67-54Nyle Ralph-Beyer makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half68-54Nyle Ralph-Beyer makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-57AB Coulibaly makes 24-foot three point jumper (Antwan Wilson assists)
- 2nd Half71-57Yann Farell makes 24-foot three point jumper (Mekhi Conner assists)
- 2nd Half74-57Nyle Ralph-Beyer makes 26-foot three point jumper (Mekhi Conner assists)
- 2nd Half75-57Nyle Ralph-Beyer makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-57Nyle Ralph-Beyer makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half76-58Flash Burton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half76-60Shemani Fuller makes 2-foot dunk (Caleb Smith assists)
- 2nd Half76-62Flash Burton makes 8-foot floating jump shot
- 2nd Half78-62Anquan Hill makes layup
- 2nd Half80-62Dashon Gittens makes driving layup
- 2nd Half80-64Davis Bynum makes layup (Caleb Smith assists)
- 2nd Half82-64Anquan Hill makes driving layup (Dashon Gittens assists)
- 2nd Half83-64Anquan Hill makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half83-66AB Coulibaly makes 2-foot hook shot
- 2nd Half84-66Anquan Hill makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half85-66Anquan Hill makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half87-66Dashon Gittens makes 10-foot pullup jump shot
- 2nd Half87-68Cole McCabe makes 2-foot dunk (Caleb Smith assists)
- 2nd Half88-68Mekhi Conner makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half89-68Mekhi Conner makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half89-71AB Coulibaly makes 25-foot three point jumper (Flash Burton assists)
- 2nd Half91-71Anquan Hill makes 1-foot alley oop dunk (Jaden Slaughter assists)
- 2nd Half92-71Dashon Gittens makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half94-71Anquan Hill makes 6-foot hook shot (Dashon Gittens assists)
- 2nd Half94-74AB Coulibaly makes 24-foot three point jumper (Shemani Fuller assists)
- 2nd Half96-74Anquan Hill makes 2-foot alley oop dunk (Mekhi Conner assists)
- 2nd Half99-74Mekhi Conner makes 25-foot three pointer
- 2nd Half99-77Kristupas Kepežinskas makes 25-foot three point jumper (Daniel Helterhoff assists)
- 2nd Half100-77Dashon Gittens makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half100-78AB Coulibaly makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half100-79AB Coulibaly makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half100-81AB Coulibaly makes 3-foot dunk
- 2nd Half101-81Lucius Gibson-Savadel makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half103-81Jaden Slaughter makes 1-foot dunk (Mekhi Conner assists)
- 2nd Half103-83Daniel Helterhoff makes layup
- 2nd Half105-83Malik Sheppard makes layup
- 2nd Half105-85Daniel Helterhoff makes layup (Kristupas Kepežinskas assists)
Win probability
Above the line favours Rider Broncs, below favours Sacred Heart Pioneers.
Venue
- Alumni Gymnasium (Rider)Lawrenceville, NJ
- Attendance1086
- OfficialsTony Crisp, Ryan Corbett, Greg Moyer
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