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West Virginia Downs Rhode Island 86-81 - Match Report
Rhode Island was victimized for 25 points and 11 rebounds by Derek Culver as West Virginia defeated them 86-81 in NCAA action on Sunday.
West Virginia won the battle on the scoreboard, but not at the payout window as they failed to cover the -10.5-point spread.
Jermaine Haley had 18 points for West Virginia and Emmitt Matthews Jr. chipped in with 14 points. Miles McBride had 4 assists for them, while Derek Culver was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
Rhode Island got 32 points from Fatts Russell in a losing cause and another 14 points from Cyril Langevine. Fatts Russell contributed 5 assists for them, while Cyril Langevine had 9 rebounds.
West Virginia led at halftime, $HalfScore.
West Virginia won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 37-31.
West Virginia looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the St. John's. Rhode Island will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Providence.