Rider vs. Saint Peter’s: Battle for MAAC Quarterfinals Top Spot
Men's Basketball Faces Saint Peter's in MAAC Quarters Thursday Night with No. 4 Rider Broncs (15-16) vs. No. 5 Saint Peter's Peacocks (16-13) meeting in Atlantic City, NJ, aiming for a win streak.
The Big PictureThe matchup in the MAAC Quarterfinals sees Rider seeking its eighth consecutive victory against Saint Peter's, led by top scorers James and Washington.
By the Numbers- Rider leads the all-time series against Saint Peter's 44-35.
- Rider is 17-25 all-time in the MAAC Tournament.
Despite Rider's recent success, Saint Peter's has scored upset wins over them in previous MAAC Championship matchups.
State of Play- Rider holds a 9-2 record against Saint Peter's in head-to-head meetings under Coach Baggett.
- Rider's coach Baggett boasts a 192-182 record and won MAAC Coach of the Year in 2015 and 2018.
The outcome of the MAAC Quarterfinals will determine the future progression of both teams in the tournament.
Bottom LineRider and Saint Peter's face off in a crucial MAAC Quarterfinals matchup, with Rider aiming to extend their winning streak against a competitive Saint Peter's team.
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