NCAAB · Final

Siena Saints Defeat Rider Broncs 74-65 in NCAAB Clash

Sunday, January 4, 2026, 2:00 PM ET · Alumni Gymnasium (Rider)

Siena Saints 74, Rider Broncs 65, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won Siena Saints vs Rider Broncs?

Siena Saints beat Rider Broncs 74-65 at Alumni Gymnasium (Rider) on January 4, 2026.

Who was favored in Siena Saints vs Rider Broncs?

Siena Saints were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -455 (about 82% implied). The favorite won.

In a decisive matchup at Alumni Gymnasium, the Siena Saints overcame the Rider Broncs with a final score of 74-65. This victory extends Siena's strong season, improving their record to 11-5, while Rider continues to struggle, falling to 1-13. The game showcased Siena's ability to capitalize on their recent form, despite a three-game losing streak leading into this contest.

Rider's recent performance has been notably challenging, as they have lost their last nine games, with an average of 63.0 points scored and 74.2 points allowed over their last ten outings. Their home record stands at 1-3, indicating difficulties on their own court. In contrast, Siena has maintained a solid record of 7-3 in their last ten games, averaging 69.7 points scored and allowing 65.5 points, although they too are on a three-game losing streak. Siena's away record is balanced at 3-3, showing their capability to compete effectively outside their home venue.

The two teams have faced off previously this season, with Siena winning both encounters in March 2025, with scores of 78-76 and 61-59. This history of close contests added intrigue to the matchup, but Siena's recent form ultimately proved decisive.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any players missing for either team, which allowed both squads to field their best lineups. The betting market, as reported by DraftKings, had Siena favored by 8.5 points, with a total set at 135.5. The odds indicated a strong expectation for Siena to perform well, which they did, confirming their status as the stronger team in this matchup.

The game unfolded in front of a home crowd, with conditions typical for an indoor basketball game, allowing both teams to focus on their strategies without external weather factors. Fans witnessed a variety of scoring plays, particularly from Siena's Zion Cruz, who made several pivotal shots, including a 24-foot three-point jumper that helped to extend Siena's lead.

As the game progressed, Siena maintained a steady lead, highlighted by key layups from Gavin Doty and Antwan Wilson. Rider attempted to close the gap with a series of scores, including a late surge from Cruz, but it was not enough to overcome the deficit. The final scoring plays underscored Siena's ability to respond effectively to Rider's efforts, sealing their victory.

Overall, this matchup illustrated the contrasting fortunes of the two programs, with Siena continuing their pursuit of a successful season while Rider seeks to regroup and find their footing as they move forward.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	SIE -8.5	135.5 o -115 / u -105	Siena Saints -455 · Rider Broncs +350

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Leaders

PointsZion Cruz20Rider Broncs
AssistsFlash Burton4Rider Broncs
ReboundsShemani Fuller11Rider Broncs
PointsGavin Doty19Siena Saints
AssistsGavin Doty5Siena Saints
ReboundsAntonio Chandler11Siena Saints

Recent form

Rider Broncs

Last 10: 1-9Streak L963 scored · 74.2 allowed per game1-3 at home

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
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

Siena Saints

Last 10: 7-3Streak L369.7 scored · 65.5 allowed per game3-3 away

L72-75at Iona GaelsJan 3
L60-81at Indiana HoosiersDec 22
L69-83at Vermont CatamountsDec 18
W74-52vs Canisius Golden GriffinsDec 7
W83-54vs Niagara Purple EaglesDec 6
W64-60at Maine Black BearsNov 30
W59-55at American University EaglesNov 29
W70-63vs Longwood LancersNov 28
W73-69at Holy Cross CrusadersNov 24
W73-63vs UAlbany Great DanesNov 22

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	Siena Saints	Rider Broncs
Field goals	26-56	25-58
Field goal %	46	43
Three-pointers	6-15	4-22
Three-point %	40	18
Free throws	16-22	11-13
Free throw %	73	85
Rebounds	42	26
Offensive rebounds	18	11
Defensive rebounds	24	15
Assists	14	14
Steals	3	4
Blocks	2	7
Turnovers	11	7
Team turnovers	1	1
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	8	15
Fast-break points	5	4
Points in the paint	38	28
Fouls	13	15
Largest lead	19	5
Lead changes	5	5
Time in front	80	12

How the scoring went

1st Half34-27Justice Shoats makes free throw 2 of 2
1st Half34-28Shemani Fuller makes free throw 1 of 2
1st Half34-29Shemani Fuller makes free throw 2 of 2
1st Half36-29Justice Shoats makes 11-foot turnaround jump shot
1st Half37-29Justice Shoats makes free throw 1 of 1
1st Half40-29Gavin Doty makes 26-foot three point jumper (Christian Jones assists)
1st Half40-31Zion Cruz makes layup (Flash Burton assists)
2nd Half40-34Zion Cruz makes 25-foot three point jumper (Flash Burton assists)
2nd Half40-36Davis Bynum makes layup (Zion Cruz assists)
2nd Half42-36Francis Folefac makes layup (Justice Shoats assists)
2nd Half42-38Zion Cruz makes 14-foot jumper (Antwan Wilson assists)
2nd Half43-38Antonio Chandler makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half44-38Antonio Chandler makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half45-38Antonio Chandler makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half46-38Antonio Chandler makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half49-38Brendan Coyle makes 23-foot three point jumper (Justice Shoats assists)
2nd Half49-41Flash Burton makes 25-foot three point jumper (AB Coulibaly assists)
2nd Half51-41Riley Mulvey makes layup
2nd Half51-43Flash Burton makes 3-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half51-45Flash Burton makes layup (AB Coulibaly assists)
2nd Half53-45Riley Mulvey makes layup
2nd Half55-45Gavin Doty makes layup
2nd Half58-45Brendan Coyle makes 25-foot three point jumper (Gavin Doty assists)
2nd Half59-45Justice Shoats makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half61-45Gavin Doty makes driving layup
2nd Half61-47Antwan Wilson makes 14-foot jumper (Flash Burton assists)
2nd Half63-47Antonio Chandler makes layup (Isaiah Henderson assists)
2nd Half63-49Zion Cruz makes layup
2nd Half65-49Antonio Chandler makes 3-foot dunk (Riley Mulvey assists)
2nd Half65-51Mohamad Diallo makes 4-foot dunk (Antwan Wilson assists)
2nd Half68-51Isaiah Henderson makes 26-foot three point jumper (Gavin Doty assists)
2nd Half70-51Gavin Doty makes layup
2nd Half70-53Antwan Wilson makes layup (Shemani Fuller assists)
2nd Half72-53Gavin Doty makes layup
2nd Half72-55Zion Cruz makes 11-foot floating jump shot
2nd Half72-57Zion Cruz makes 11-foot jumper
2nd Half72-60Zion Cruz makes 24-foot three point jumper (Kristupas Kepežinskas assists)
2nd Half72-63Kristupas Kepežinskas makes 25-foot three point jumper (Flash Burton assists)
2nd Half74-63Gavin Doty makes layup (Christian Jones assists)
2nd Half74-65Zion Cruz makes 13-foot floating jump shot