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Recap - Davidson Defeats Rhode Island 67-58

Davidson grabbed a 67-58 win over Rhode Island on Friday, behind a 22-point effort from Carter Collins at Thomas M. Ryan Center.

Bettors who backed Davidson were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +2.0 at sportsbooks.

Davidson got 16 points from Hyunjung Lee and another 11 points from Kellan Grady. Carter Collins contributed 3 assists, while Bates Jones cleaned the glass with 12 rebounds.

Rhode Island got a 20-point performance from Malik Martin, who was supported by 12 points from Makhel Mitchell. Fatts Russell had 6 assists in a losing cause for Rhode Island, while Antwan Walker grabbed 10 rebounds.

Davidson led at halftime, 32-29.

The rebound battle favored Davidson as they grabbed 39 boards, while Rhode Island only had 35

Davidson heads into a battle against Vanderbilt. Rhode Island, meanwhile, will have their next action against St. Bonaventure.