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Rhode Island Downs Richmond 78-67 - Match Report
Rhode Island got 24 points from Jeff Dowtin en route to a 78-67 victory over Richmond on Wednesday at Robins Center.
Rhode Island was a -2.0-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Daron Russell had 19 points for Rhode Island and Tyrese Martin chipped in with 10 points. Jeff Dowtin had 5 assists for them, while Tyrese Martin was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.
Richmond got a 19-point performance from Jacob Gilyard, who was supported by 17 points from Grant Golden. Grant Golden had 6 assists in a losing cause for Richmond, while Grant Golden grabbed 8 rebounds.
Rhode Island led at halftime, 44-35.
Rhode Island had a 34-22 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Rhode Island takes its act home to face George Mason looking for another win. For Richmond, they head on the road to face George Washington.