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Rhode Island Downs La Salle 71-69 - Match Report
Rhode Island got 20 points from David Green as they ran past La Salle 71-69 on Wednesday at Thomas M. Ryan Center.
Rhode Island won the battle on the scoreboard, but not at the payout window as they failed to cover the -3.0-point spread.
Rhode Island got 11 points from Luis Kortright and another 8 points from Jaden House. Zek Montgomery contributed 3 assists, while Brandon Weston cleaned the glass with 6 rebounds.
La Salle got a 19-point performance from Khalil Brantley, who was supported by 14 points from Daeshon Shepherd. Jhamir Brickus had 6 assists in a losing cause for La Salle, while Rokas Jocius grabbed 13 rebounds.
Rhode Island was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Rhode Island had a 39-32 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 vs. Saint Joseph's.