Rhode Island Rams Defeat Canisius Golden Griffins 62-45
Tuesday, December 16, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Thomas M. Ryan Center
Rhode Island Rams 62, Canisius Golden Griffins 45, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Quick answers
Who won Canisius Golden Griffins vs Rhode Island Rams?
Rhode Island Rams beat Canisius Golden Griffins 62-45 at Thomas M. Ryan Center on December 16, 2025.
Who was favored in Canisius Golden Griffins vs Rhode Island Rams?
Rhode Island Rams were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -4500 (about 98% implied). The favorite won.
In a decisive matchup, the Rhode Island Rams secured a comfortable victory over the Canisius Golden Griffins, finishing the game with a score of 62-45. This win marks a significant achievement for the Rams, who have been struggling recently with a two-game losing streak prior to this contest. The game took place at the Thomas M. Ryan Center, where the Rams have a home record of 8-4 this season.
Rhode Island's recent form had been mixed, with a record of 6-4 over their last ten games. They averaged 73.7 points scored per game while allowing 69.1 points. However, they had faced challenges in their last two outings, losing to the McNeese Cowboys and the Providence Friars. The Rams' home performance has been solid, holding a 3-2 record in their last five home games, with an average of 74.2 points scored and 70.4 points allowed.
In contrast, the Canisius Golden Griffins entered this game with a record of 5-7 and had recently snapped a losing streak with a win against the Maine Black Bears, where they scored 70 points. Their overall scoring average is lower than that of the Rams, at 62.9 points per game, while they allow 66.0 points. The Griffins have struggled on the road, with a 1-4 record in away games, which was evident in their performance against Rhode Island.
The betting market reflected Rhode Island's strong position, with DraftKings listing the Rams as 21.5-point favorites and a money line of -4500, while the Golden Griffins had a money line of +1700. The total for the game was set at 138.5, indicating expectations for a relatively low-scoring affair, which ultimately aligned with the final score.
Throughout the game, the Rams demonstrated their defensive prowess, limiting the Golden Griffins to just 45 points. The scoring plays in the second half showcased Rhode Island's ability to maintain control of the game, with key contributions from players like Myles Corey and Jonah Hinton. Hinton notably made a 28-foot three-point jumper, further extending the Rams' lead.
In terms of injuries, the block does not provide specific details, but both teams have had their share of challenges this season. The Rams' recent struggles could be attributed to various factors, including player availability and performance consistency.
As the game progressed, viewers could observe the Rams' effective ball movement and defensive strategies, which were pivotal in securing their victory. The final score of 62-45 underscores Rhode Island's ability to bounce back from their recent losses and assert themselves against a struggling Canisius team.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | URI -21.5 | 138.5 o -108 / u -112 | Canisius Golden Griffins +1700 · Rhode Island Rams -4500 |
Leaders
- PointsJonah Hinton20Rhode Island Rams
- AssistsTyler Cochran4Rhode Island Rams
- ReboundsKeeyan Itejere11Rhode Island Rams
- PointsBryan Ndjonga11Canisius Golden Griffins
- AssistsAnthony Benard4Canisius Golden Griffins
- ReboundsBryan Ndjonga8Canisius Golden Griffins
Recent form
Rhode Island Rams
Last 10: 6-4Streak L273.7 scored · 69.1 allowed per game3-2 at home
- L64-66vs McNeese CowboysDec 10
- L71-90at Providence FriarsDec 6
- W66-56vs Brown BearsDec 3
- W90-75at Temple OwlsNov 27
- W80-65at Vermont CatamountsNov 25
- L55-62at Towson TigersNov 24
- W86-77at Yale BulldogsNov 19
- W80-61vs UAlbany Great DanesNov 15
- W80-57vs Stonehill SkyhawksNov 12
- L65-82vs Tulsa Golden HurricaneNov 7
Canisius Golden Griffins
Last 10: 5-5Streak W162.9 scored · 66 allowed per game1-4 away
- W70-43at Maine Black BearsDec 13
- L52-74at Siena SaintsDec 7
- L57-69at Saint Peter's PeacocksDec 6
- L53-71vs Buffalo BullsNov 29
- W75-66vs Binghamton BearcatsNov 23
- W60-57vs Maryland Eastern Shore HawksNov 22
- L50-93at High Point PanthersNov 18
- W58-55vs Mercyhurst LakersNov 13
- L70-89at St. Bonaventure BonniesNov 8
- W84-43vs Allegheny GatorsNov 7
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Merrimack | 23-11 | - | 17-3 |
| Saint Peter's | 17-12 | 3 | 14-6 |
| Siena | 23-12 | 4 | 13-7 |
| Marist | 19-12 | 5 | 12-8 |
| Quinnipiac | 19-13 | 5 | 12-8 |
| Fairfield | 21-13 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Mount St. Mary's | 15-17 | 6 | 11-9 |
| Iona | 18-14 | 7 | 10-10 |
| Sacred Heart | 14-19 | 8 | 9-11 |
| Manhattan | 12-20 | 9 | 8-12 |
| Canisius | 10-21 | 12 | 5-15 |
| Niagara | 8-22 | 12 | 5-15 |
| Rider | 4-25 | 14 | 3-17 |
| Saint Louis | 29-6 | - | 15-3 |
| VCU | 28-8 | - | 15-3 |
| Saint Joseph's | 24-12 | 2 | 13-5 |
| Dayton | 25-12 | 3 | 12-6 |
| George Mason | 23-10 | 4 | 11-7 |
| Davidson | 20-14 | 5 | 10-8 |
| Duquesne | 18-15 | 6 | 9-9 |
| George Washington | 19-16 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Fordham | 17-15 | 7 | 8-10 |
| Rhode Island | 16-16 | 8 | 7-11 |
| Richmond | 15-17 | 10 | 5-13 |
| La Salle | 9-23 | 10 | 5-13 |
| St. Bonaventure | 17-17 | 11 | 4-14 |
| Loyola Chicago | 9-24 | 11 | 4-14 |
Box score
| Stat | Canisius Golden Griffins | Rhode Island Rams |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 15-47 | 21-61 |
| Field goal % | 32 | 34 |
| Three-pointers | 5-15 | 9-34 |
| Three-point % | 33 | 26 |
| Free throws | 10-14 | 11-13 |
| Free throw % | 71 | 85 |
| Rebounds | 34 | 43 |
| Offensive rebounds | 9 | 17 |
| Defensive rebounds | 25 | 26 |
| Assists | 10 | 10 |
| Steals | 8 | 10 |
| Blocks | 2 | 5 |
| Turnovers | 19 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 8 | 21 |
| Fast-break points | 4 | 13 |
| Points in the paint | 12 | 22 |
| Fouls | 14 | 12 |
| Largest lead | 10 | 19 |
| Lead changes | 5 | 5 |
| Time in front | 44 | 45 |
How the scoring went
- 1st Half18-13Jonah Hinton makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half18-14Jonah Hinton makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half20-14Mike Evbagharu makes layup
- 1st Half20-17Tyler Cochran makes 23-foot three point jumper (Jonah Hinton assists)
- 1st Half23-17Mike Evbagharu makes 23-foot three point jumper (Anthony Benard assists)
- 1st Half25-17Anthony Benard makes layup
- 1st Half26-17Anthony Benard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half27-17Anthony Benard makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half27-18Jahmere Tripp makes free throw 1 of 2
- 1st Half27-19Jahmere Tripp makes free throw 2 of 2
- 1st Half27-22Jonah Hinton makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half27-24Tyler Cochran makes layup
- 2nd Half27-27Jonah Hinton makes 27-foot three point jumper (Tyler Cochran assists)
- 2nd Half30-27Bryan Ndjonga makes 24-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half30-30Tyler Cochran makes 23-foot three point jumper (Myles Corey assists)
- 2nd Half30-33Jonah Hinton makes 30-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half30-36Myles Corey makes 26-foot three point jumper (Jonah Hinton assists)
- 2nd Half32-36King Ijeoma makes 14-foot jumper (Kahlil Singleton assists)
- 2nd Half32-39Myles Corey makes 24-foot three point jumper (Tyler Cochran assists)
- 2nd Half32-41Jahmere Tripp makes layup
- 2nd Half32-43Tyler Cochran makes layup
- 2nd Half32-45Jahmere Tripp makes layup
- 2nd Half32-46Jahmere Tripp makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half34-46Bryan Ndjonga makes layup (Anthony Benard assists)
- 2nd Half35-46Bryan Ndjonga makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half36-46Bryan Ndjonga makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half36-48Keeyan Itejere makes 2-foot dunk (Tyler Cochran assists)
- 2nd Half38-48King Ijeoma makes 2-foot dunk (Anthony Benard assists)
- 2nd Half38-50Keeyan Itejere makes 2-foot dunk (Damone King assists)
- 2nd Half40-50Bryan Ndjonga makes 21-foot jumper
- 2nd Half40-52Jonah Hinton makes 7-foot jumper
- 2nd Half43-52Anthony Benard makes 25-foot three point jumper (Bryan Ndjonga assists)
- 2nd Half43-53Keeyan Itejere makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-55Jahmere Tripp makes layup
- 2nd Half43-57Tyler Cochran makes layup (Myles Corey assists)
- 2nd Half43-58Myles Corey makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half43-59Myles Corey makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half43-62Jonah Hinton makes 28-foot three point jumper (Tyler Cochran assists)
- 2nd Half44-62Chris Kumu makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half45-62Chris Kumu makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Rhode Island Rams, below favours Canisius Golden Griffins.
Venue
- Thomas M. Ryan CenterKingston, RI
- Attendance2895
- OfficialsAnthony Eades, Kellen Miliner, Leslie Jones
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