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Rhode Island Rams vs Middle Tennessee Blue Raiders Recap - Rhode Island Wins 89-62
The battle between Rhode Island and Middle Tennessee didnt turn out to be much of a battle at all as Middle Tennessee was handed a 89-62 defeat on Sunday at Murphy Athletic Center.
Bettors who backed Rhode Island were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -6.5 at sportsbooks.
Rhode Island got 21 points from Jeff Dowtin and another 17 points from Tyrese Martin. Fatts Russell contributed 10 assists, while Cyril Langevine cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.
Middle Tennessee got a 22-point performance from Donovan Sims, who was supported by 9 points from Tyler Millin. Donovan Sims had 3 assists in a losing cause for Middle Tennessee, while Tyler Millin grabbed 8 rebounds.
Rhode Island was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Rhode Island as they grabbed 34 boards, while Middle Tennessee only had 25
Next game, Rhode Island takes its act on the road to face Brown looking for another win. For Middle Tennessee, they head on the road to face Old Dominion.