Rider Broncs vs Monmouth Hawks Betting Pick & Prediction 12/16/23

Making on a bet on this NCAA game featuring the Broncs versus the Hawks? Tip off is at at 2:00 ET, and you can watch it all unfold on FloH. The game will be played at OceanFirst Bank Center in West Long Branch, NJ. The over/under goal line for this matchup is currently at 142.5 points, and the Hawks are favored to win at home against the Broncs.

RIDER BRONCS VS MONMOUTH HAWKS BETTING PICK

The Pick: Monmouth Hawks -5.5

This game will be played at OceanFirst Bank Center at 2:00 ET on Saturday, December 16th.

WHY BET THE MONMOUTH HAWKS:

• We have this one finishing with a projected score of 76-68 in favor of the Hawks.
• Not only will Monmouth pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.
• The over/under is currently sitting at 142.5 points, and we like the over with a projected 144 points.

Will the Broncs Make it Happen on the Road?

After playing nine games, Rider’s overall record stands at 2-7. In their previous ten road games, which includes last year, Rider went 3-7. As Rider prepares to face Monmouth, their ATS record stands at 0-5-1. In their previous five games, the team has gone 1-4 vs. the spread.

After nine games, Rider has an over/under record of 2-4-0, with their games averaging a combined 137.2 points per game so far. When looking at the Broncs’ last three games, their over/under record is 1-2, with their games averaging 143 points per game.

The Rider offense, in their latest game, managed to score just 65 points versus Siena. During the game, they attempted 11 three-point shots and had a field goal percentage of 41%. In terms of offense, the Broncs have a season-long field goal percentage of 39%, putting them 385th in the NCAA. Regarding three-pointers, they are ranked 403rd in percentage and 358th in three-pointers made.

On defense, Rider is currently around the NCAA average in points allowed, giving up an average of 74.7 points per game. So far, the Rider defense is giving up an average of 9.3 offensive rebounds per game and are turning teams over 12.3 times per game (570th).

Can the Hawks Pull Out the Win as Home Favorites?

Monmouth comes into the game with a 5-5 record, having lost their most recent game to Seton Hall (70-61). In their last five home games, which includes last year, Monmouth has a 4-1 record. Monmouth has a winning record against the spread at 6-2-1. When playing away, the Hawks are 3-1-1 vs. the spread, while at home they are 3-1 ATS.

Monmouth’s games have, on average, featured 146.2 points per game leading to an over/under record of 4-4-1. Their average over/under line is currently 143.9 points so far. When looking at the Hawks’ last three games, their over/under record is 1-2, with their games averaging 151 points per game.

In their most recent game, the Monmouth offense put up just 61 points vs. the Seton Hall Pirates. Overall, they are now averaging 71.8 points per game which is 263rd in the country. Xander Rice is leading the team in scoring at 20.1 points per contest. Jack Collins has also been a key contributor with a PPG average of 11.3 going into the game.

The Hawks’ defense is presently ranked 191st nationally, allowing an average of 74.8 points per contest. The Monmouth defense is coming off a game in which they gave up a total of 70 points and allowed Seton Hall to connect on 4 threes.