Canisius Golden Griffins vs Rider Broncs Picks and Prediction for Friday, February 20, 2026
Use Code WWWC The Canisius Golden Griffins (8-19, 3-13 MAAC) face the Rider Broncs (3-22, 2-14 MAAC) on February 20, at 7:00 PM ET at Alumni Gymnasium in Lawrenceville, New Jersey. Canisius enters on a five-game losing streak after a 69-65 loss to Manhattan. Rider also lost its last outing, falling 86-75 to Sacred Heart. Both teams sit near the bottom of the MAAC standings and are looking to stop extended slides. Feel the madness! Dive into our NCAAB picks for Canisius Golden Griffins vs Rider Broncs prediction and seize the victory.
Canisius Golden Griffins Seeking Offensive Stability
The Canisius Golden Griffins carry an 8-19 overall record and a 3-13 mark in MAAC play. The Golden Griffins are in the middle of a 0-10 stretch over the last 10 games, averaging 63.6 points during that span while allowing 71.1 points. In the most recent game, Canisius lost 69-65 to Manhattan. The Golden Griffins scored 65 points but again struggled to generate enough late offense to win.
On the season, Canisius averages 63.0 points per game and shoots 40 percent from the field. The Golden Griffins hit 7.3 three-pointers per game, a key number in this matchup since Rider allows 8.8 made threes per contest. Rebounding has also been an issue. Canisius averages 33.2 rebounds per game compared to 35.4 for Rider, and during the last 10 games, that number has dipped to 28.6 rebounds per game. That decline has limited second-chance opportunities.
Kahlil Singleton leads Canisius at 13.5 points per game, shooting 40.4 percent from the field and 87.7 percent at the free-throw line. Bryan Ndjonga has stepped up recently, averaging 15.1 points over the last 10 games. Mike Evbagharu contributes 6.8 rebounds and 3.2 assists per game, though his 2.3 turnovers per game show ball security problems. Defensively, Canisius gives up 71.1 points per game, which matches what opponents have averaged against the Golden Griffins over the last 10 contests.
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Injuries: Andreo Ash is questionable, while Anthony Benard is out.
Rider Broncs Searching for Consistency at Home
The Rider Broncs enter at 3-22 overall and 2-14 in MAAC play. Rider has dropped four straight games, including an 86-75 loss to Sacred Heart in the most recent outing. Zion Cruz scored 22 points in that game, but Rider allowed 86 points and struggled defensively once again. Over the last 10 games, Rider is 2-8 while allowing 79.1 points per game.
Rider averages 63.5 points per game on 40 percent shooting. The Broncs score slightly more than Canisius but allow 76.6 points per game, a major issue. In home games, Rider is 3-8. The Broncs are also 1-15 in games decided by at least 10 points, which highlights problems staying competitive when games get away from Rider early. Over the last 10 games, Rider has averaged 67.6 points on 41.4 percent shooting, and defensive lapses have compounded problems.
Aasim Burton averages 14.6 points per game to lead Rider. Cruz is averaging 14.8 points and 3.5 rebounds over the past 10 games while shooting 38.8 percent. Caleb Smith contributes 7.2 rebounds per game, providing interior presence with 4.6 defensive rebounds and 2.6 offensive rebounds per contest. Rider averages 10.4 assists per game, slightly below Canisius at 12.1, and that difference shows up in half-court execution. Rider allows 8.8 made threes per game, which becomes relevant against a Canisius team that attempts to stretch the floor.
Injuries: Rider does not report any injuries
Canisius Golden Griffins vs Rider Broncs Picks Pick
Spread Pick for Canisius Golden Griffins vs Rider Broncs Picks
- Canisius (4 units)
Canisius and Rider both struggle defensively, but the numbers lean toward Canisius. The Golden Griffins allow 71.1 points per game compared to 76.6 allowed by Rider. Rider has surrendered 79.1 points per game over the last 10 contests, while Canisius opponents have averaged 71.1 in that same span. The Golden Griffins also average more assists. Rider’s 1-15 record in games decided by at least 10 points shows how often losses get out of hand. In a matchup between two teams near the bottom of the MAAC, the slightly stronger defensive numbers and perimeter shooting edge give Canisius the advantage.
Over/Under Pick for Canisius Golden Griffins vs Rider Broncs Picks
- Under (4 units)
Both teams average around 63 points per game. Canisius scores 63.0, and Rider scores 63.5. Even during the last 10 games, Canisius has averaged 63.6 points. While Rider has allowed high totals recently, the Broncs’ offensive production remains limited. Neither team shoots better than 41 percent from the field, and both average fewer than 12 assists per game. With two offenses that have struggled to create consistent scoring runs and both teams sitting near the bottom of the conference in overall production, this matchup sets up as a lower-scoring game.
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