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Dayton Defeats Rhode Island 84-57 - Recap

The battle between Dayton and Rhode Island didn’t turn out to be much of a battle at all as Rhode Island was handed a 84-57 defeat on Wednesday at Thomas M. Ryan Center.

Dayton was the ATS victor, as they covered the -3.5-point spread as a favorite.

Dayton got 20 points from Obi Toppin and another 17 points from Jalen Crutcher. Jalen Crutcher contributed 5 assists, while Trey Landers cleaned the glass with 14 rebounds.

Rhode Island got a 16-point performance from Jeff Dowtin, who was supported by 9 points from Fatts Russell. Fatts Russell had 4 assists in a losing cause for Rhode Island, while Cyril Langevine grabbed 8 rebounds.

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

The rebound battle favored Dayton as they grabbed 47 boards, while Rhode Island only had 36

Dayton looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the George Washington. Rhode Island will aim to get back on the winning track at UMass.