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Providence Defeats Rhode Island 66-52 - Recap
Noah Horchler scored 16 points leading Providence to a 66-52 victory over Rhode Island at Dunkin' Donuts Center on Saturday.
Providence won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -4.5-point spread as favorites.
Providence got 14 points from Aljami Durham and another 13 points from Ed Croswell. Aljami Durham contributed 6 assists, while Ed Croswell cleaned the glass with 15 rebounds.
Rhode Island got a 10-point performance from Jeremy Sheppard, who was supported by 9 points from Makhel Mitchell. Sebastian Thomas had 3 assists in a losing cause for Rhode Island, while Malik Martin grabbed 8 rebounds.
Providence led at halftime, $HalfScore.
The rebound battle favored Providence as they grabbed 41 boards, while Rhode Island only had 27
Next game, Providence takes its act home to face Vermont looking for another win. For Rhode Island, they head home to face Sacred Heart.