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Recap - Rider Defeats Niagara 65-62
Rider grabbed a 65-62 win over Niagara on Friday, behind a 19-point effort from Dwight Murray Jr. at Alumni Gymnasium.
Rider did not, however, defeat Niagara against the spread, which closed at -4.5 at most sportsbooks.
Mervin James had 18 points for Rider and Allen Powell chipped in with 10 points. Dwight Murray Jr. had 5 assists for them, while Mervin James was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
Niagara got 18 points from Aaron Gray in a losing cause and another 17 points from Noah Thomasson. Bryce Moore contributed 3 assists for them, while Aaron Gray had 7 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Niagara were victorious, as the score was 35-31 at the break.
The rebound battle favored Rider as they grabbed 28 boards, while Niagara only had 21
Rider looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Manhattan. Niagara will aim to get back on the winning track at Saint Peter's.