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Rider Defeats Siena 69-66 - Recap

Rider got 24 points from Allen Powell en route to a 69-66 victory over Siena on Friday at Alumni Gymnasium.

Rider was the ATS victor, as they covered the -2.5-point spread as a favorite.

Dwight Murray Jr. had 17 points for Rider and Mervin James chipped in with 14 points. Mervin James had 2 assists for them, while Mervin James was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.

Siena got 14 points from Andrew Platek in a losing cause and another 13 points from Jackson Stormo. Michael Baer contributed 3 assists for them, while Michael Baer had 9 rebounds.

Rider was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

The rebound battle favored Siena as they grabbed 34 boards, while Rider only had 33

Rider looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Mount St. Mary's. Siena will aim to get back on the winning track at Iona.