Marist at Rider

Marist is all about defense, 318th in the nation in points scored while shooting 39.8% as a team (320th). They just ended a 5-game skid with a win over St. Peters allowing 25 first half points and 41% shooting for the game. Marist is 5-1 UNDER the total after a spread cover and 5-0 UNDER on the road following three or more consecutive home games. They face a Rider team that plays defense first, averaging 65.9 points per game. They've allowed 52, 59, 60, and 60 points in four of the last seven games, and one was overtime. Rider is 4-1 UNDER the total against a team with a losing record, as well as 9-3 UNDER at home. The UNDER is 4-1 in the last five meetings between these rivals, and the wagering value is for a defensive first half. Play the First Half UNDER the total in this one.