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Rhode Island Defeats Saint Joseph's 75-64 - Recap
Rhode Island got 15 points from Makhel Mitchell as they ran past Saint Joseph's 75-64 on Wednesday at Thomas M. Ryan Center.
Rhode Island was a -9.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Jeremy Sheppard had 13 points for Rhode Island and Makhi Mitchell chipped in with 12 points. Jeremy Sheppard had 6 assists for them, while Malik Martin was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 12 boards.
Saint Joseph's got a 18-point performance from Ejike Obinna, who was supported by 17 points from Jordan Hall. Jordan Hall had 7 assists in a losing cause for Saint Joseph's, while Ejike Obinna grabbed 11 rebounds.
Rhode Island was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Saint Joseph's had a 36-31 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Rhode Island takes its act on the road to face UMass looking for another win. For Saint Joseph's, they head home to face La Salle.