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Dayton vs Rhode Island Final: 81-67 - Recap
Dayton got a 22-point performance from Obi Toppin, who added 10 rebounds as Dayton ran past Rhode Island 81-67 on Tuesday at University of Dayton Arena.
Bettors who backed Dayton were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -11.0 at sportsbooks.
Dayton got 21 points from Jalen Crutcher and another 10 points from Trey Landers. Rodney Chatman contributed 4 assists, while Trey Landers cleaned the glass with 14 rebounds.
Rhode Island got a 19-point performance from Fatts Russell, who was supported by 15 points from Tyrese Martin. Jeff Dowtin had 4 assists in a losing cause for Rhode Island, while Cyril Langevine grabbed 13 rebounds.
Dayton was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Dayton won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 40-37.
Dayton heads into a battle against UMass. Rhode Island, meanwhile, will have their next action against Saint Joseph's.