Rider vs Villanova Prediction 11/14/2026 Today’s College Basketball Picks

Rider vs Villanova Prediction

I have to stay with Villanova here. The Wildcats are 2-1 so far this year with the lone blemish being a two-point loss to Notre Dame in the opener. Villanova most recently took out La Salle 80-59, shooting 59 percent from the field with just 33 percent allowed on defense. The Wildcats posted an acceptable 10 turnovers but did get out-rebounded 41-39 along the way.

As for Rider, they lost three straight at the beginning of the year before finally getting a cupcake matchup versus an overmatched William Paterson squad. The Broncs had a good shooting night (also finally), hitting 48 percent from the field and 43 percent (10-of-23) from outside along with a 46-27 rebounding edge. Rider gave up just 39 percent shooting on the other side but did miss a few free throws (11-of-18 for 61 percent)—let’s not get too picky on a 1-3 team, though. Rider has scored fewer than 64 points in all three of their losses, and they’ve given up 75 or more points in two of those. Regardless of how you look at it, the Broncs look pretty outmatched in this one.

Game Info, Stats and Previews

The Rider Broncs and the Villanova Wildcats meet Saturday in college basketball action from the Pavilion. Here’s a collection of relevant information and reasoning for a sound Rider vs Villanova prediction. We have looked at this information from a betting perspective and attempted to determine the best Rider vs Villanova pick. We will also examine the recent form and player performances for both teams, as well as the recent betting trends and streaks pertaining to this matchup. We will tie it all together to the pick summary, resulting in a sensible prediction for a favorable betting outcome in this game.

Rider Broncs Betting Preview

The Broncs haven’t had a ton of luck in the win column so far this year. In their opener versus Pittsburgh, Rider flailed in a 95-57 blowout loss. The Broncs shot just 32 percent from the field in that one with a 43-34 rebounding deficit and 17 turnovers along the way. In game two, Rider fell again, this time 66-55 versus New Hampshire. The Broncs had a rough offensive night again with 26 percent shooting from the field and just 10 percent (2-of-20) from outside. Game three was another defeat as Rider fell 75-63 against Binghamton. The Broncs managed 39 percent shooting this time with just seven turnovers but also got outmuscled on the boards 36-30 during the loss.

In game four, Rider finally got that elusive first win, taking it 83-53 versus William Paterson. Leading the scoring this time was Rich Brisco with 15 points and eight rebounds alongside two steals and two blocks.

Villanova Wildcats Betting Preview

Over on the Villanova side, they have three games in the can so far with wins in two of them. The Wildcats opened with a tough 74-72 loss versus Notre Dame. In that one Villanova shot well on 46 percent from the field and gave up just 35 percent on the other side. The Achilles heel in the loss was their 20 turnovers, however. In game two the Cats got into the win column with a 95-66 finish versus Holy Cross. Villanova shot 51 percent from the field this time with a 50-37 edge on the boards and also cleaned up their turnover issues (five). Matched up against La Salle in game three, Villanova was able to bag another win 80-59 to move to 2-1 overall so far.

Rider Broncs @ Villanova Wildcats Betting Trends: November 14, 2026

Why the Villanova Wildcats will win

• Villanova has won each of its last 12 night games against non-Conference opponents at Finneran Pavilion.
• Rider has lost each of its last nine road night games against non-Conference opponents.
• Rider has lost the first half in each of its last nine road night games against non-Conference opponents.

Andrew Jett's Pick: Villanova Wildcats TBA