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Cayman Islands Classic - Kansas State vs Rhode Island Final: 77-57 - Recap

The battle between Kansas State and Rhode Island didn’t turn out to be much of a battle at all as Rhode Island was handed a 77-57 defeat on Monday at John Gray Gymnasium.

Kansas State won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -11.5-point spread as favorites.

Nae'Qwan Tomlin had 15 points for Kansas State and Keyontae Johnson chipped in with 14 points. Markquis Nowell had 12 assists for them, while David N'Guessan was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.

Rhode Island got 13 points from Ishmael Leggett in a losing cause and another 11 points from Brayon Freeman. Sebastian Thomas contributed 2 assists for them, while Brandon Weston had 10 rebounds.

Kansas State led at halftime, $HalfScore.

Kansas State had a 31-25 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Kansas State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Butler. Rhode Island will aim to get back on the winning track at Boston College.