Iona Gaels Look to Rebound Against Rider Broncs in MAAC Showdown at Alumni Gymnasium

Game outlook

The Iona Gaels will face off against the Rider Broncs at the Alumni Gymnasium in a Metro Atlantic Athletic Conference matchup on Friday evening. The Gaels, currently 13-12 overall and 8-6 in the MAAC, are looking to bounce back from a recent home loss to the Saint Peter's Peacocks. Meanwhile, the Broncs are riding a two-game winning streak, highlighted by a dominant road victory over the Manhattan Jaspers. Rider is favored to win by -1.5 points, but the current line has shifted to Iona being the -1 point favorite. It promises to be an exciting and closely contested game between the two teams.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Gaels -109 | Broncs -110

Spread: Gaels -1 (-110) | Broncs +1 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 146 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Rider will win straight-up is 52%.

Iona Gaels

The Iona Gaels recently suffered a 59-53 loss at home against the Saint Peter's Peacocks, shooting 31.7% from the field and struggling defensively. Junior guard Greg Gordon performed well with 15 points and 12 rebounds. On the season, the Gaels average 73.1 points per game on 43.5% shooting, while giving up 71.1 points defensively. They currently have a power ranking of 140, ranking 181 in offense and 169 in defense. In terms of shooting percentages, they hit 44.05% of field goals, 65.36% of free throws, and 35.09% of three-pointers. The team averages 32.67 rebounds per game and 14.63 assists, with 10.46 turnovers. Defensively, they allow 45.46% of field goals, 72.62% of free throws, and 34.21% of three-pointers. They average 35.88 defensive rebounds per game, along with 13.50 defensive assists and 15.63 turnovers. Overall, the Gaels are 13-12 this season, with a record of 12-13 against the spread. There are no injuries to report on the team.