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Rhode Island vs La Salle Final: 66-63 - Recap
Rhode Island grabbed a 66-63 win over La Salle on Saturday, behind a 13-point effort from Fatts Russell at Thomas M. Ryan Center.
Rhode Island did not, however, defeat La Salle against the spread, which closed at -10.0 at most sportsbooks.
Rhode Island got 10 points from Jeff Dowtin and another 9 points from Antwan Walker. Cyril Langevine contributed 3 assists, while Antwan Walker cleaned the glass with 6 rebounds.
La Salle got 19 points from Isiah Deas in a losing cause and another 14 points from Scott Spencer. Ayinde Hikim contributed 5 assists for them, while Ed Croswell had 9 rebounds.
Rhode Island led at halftime, $HalfScore.
Rhode Island had a 31-30 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Rhode Island looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Duquesne. La Salle will aim to get back on the winning track at Richmond.