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LSU Defeats Rhode Island 96-83 - Recap

Emmitt Williams scored 27 points for LSU on Sunday, leading them to a 96-83 victory over Rhode Island at Montego Bay Convention Centre.

LSU was a -6.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.

Trendon Watford had 16 points for LSU and Darius Days chipped in with 16 points. Skylar Mays had 6 assists for them, while Emmitt Williams was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.

Rhode Island got 26 points from Fatts Russell in a losing cause and another 16 points from Cyril Langevine. Fatts Russell contributed 8 assists for them, while Cyril Langevine had 6 rebounds.

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

LSU had a 37-26 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

LSU looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Missouri State. Rhode Island will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Manhattan.