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Rhode Island Downs Fordham 82-79 - Match Report

Malik Martin scored 23 points leading Rhode Island to a 82-79 victory over Fordham at Thomas M. Ryan Center on Wednesday.

Rhode Island was a favorite by -2.5 points and came through with an ATS victory for bettors.

Ishmael Leggett had 17 points for Rhode Island and Brayon Freeman chipped in with 12 points. Brayon Freeman had 8 assists for them, while Sebastian Thomas was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.

Fordham got 33 points from Darius Quisenberry in a losing cause and another 13 points from Antrell Charlton. Darius Quisenberry contributed 4 assists for them, while Abdou Tsimbila had 12 rebounds.

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

Rhode Island looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the La Salle. Fordham will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Saint Joseph's.