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Rhode Island Rams vs Providence Friars Recap - Providence Wins 84-69
Providence got 24 points from Bryce Hopkins en route to a 84-69 victory over Rhode Island on Saturday at Amica Mutual Pavilion.
Providence was a -13.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Devin Carter had 17 points for Providence and Jayden Pierre chipped in with 12 points. Jayden Pierre had 3 assists for them, while Devin Carter was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
Rhode Island got a 18-point performance from Jaden House, who was supported by 11 points from Luis Kortright. Luis Kortright had 4 assists in a losing cause for Rhode Island, while Josaphat Bilau grabbed 9 rebounds.
Providence was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Providence won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 40-31.
Providence heads into a battle against Oklahoma. Rhode Island, meanwhile, will have their next action against Brown.