NCAAB · Final

McNeese Cowboys Edge Rhode Island Rams in Close Contest

Tuesday, December 9, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Thomas M. Ryan Center

McNeese Cowboys 66, Rhode Island Rams 64, final. Our NCAAB picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.

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Who won McNeese Cowboys vs Rhode Island Rams?

McNeese Cowboys beat Rhode Island Rams 66-64 at Thomas M. Ryan Center on December 9, 2025.

Who was favored in McNeese Cowboys vs Rhode Island Rams?

McNeese Cowboys were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -130 (about 57% implied). The favorite won.

In a tightly contested game at the Thomas M. Ryan Center, the McNeese Cowboys narrowly defeated the Rhode Island Rams with a final score of 66-64. This matchup was particularly intriguing as it pitted the Cowboys, who entered the game with an impressive away record of 8-2, against the Rams, boasting a home record of 7-4. The Cowboys' recent form included a strong scoring average of 87.3 points per game over their last ten outings, while the Rams averaged 76.6 points in the same span.

The game unfolded with both teams showcasing their strengths, but it was McNeese's ability to capitalize on key moments that ultimately secured their victory. The Cowboys had been riding a one-game winning streak into this matchup, having recently defeated the Northwestern State Demons 92-54. In contrast, the Rams were coming off a loss to the Providence Friars, where they fell 71-90, marking a challenging period as they had lost their last game and were looking to bounce back.

At home, the Rams had a record of 4-1, while the Cowboys were undefeated at home with a perfect 7-0 record but struggled on the road, holding a 1-2 away record prior to this game. The contrasting home and away performances added an extra layer of intrigue to the fixture. Both teams had faced off previously, but this matchup was particularly critical as they sought to establish momentum in their respective seasons.

In terms of injuries, the block did not provide specific details, but any absence of key players could have impacted the game dynamics significantly. The betting market reflected a close contest, with DraftKings listing McNeese as 1.5-point favorites. The total points line was set at 146.5, indicating expectations for a competitive scoring environment.

As the game progressed, it became evident that every possession counted. The scoring plays highlighted the intensity of the match, with RJ Johnson hitting a crucial three-point jumper that put the Cowboys ahead 61-60 in the second half. Following that, Garwey Dual made a layup to extend the lead to 63-60. The Rams fought back, with Jonah Hinton converting free throws to narrow the gap, but McNeese maintained their composure. Tyshawn Archie’s jumper sealed the deal for the Cowboys, pushing the score to 66-64, a lead that the Rams could not overcome in the final moments.

The conditions in the arena were conducive for a competitive game, with both teams feeding off the energy of the crowd. Fans witnessed a game that was not only about skill but also about strategy and execution under pressure. Viewers should have noted the importance of free-throw shooting, as both teams capitalized on these opportunities throughout the game.

In conclusion, the McNeese Cowboys' victory over the Rhode Island Rams was a testament to their resilience and ability to perform in a challenging environment. The final score of 66-64 reflects the competitive nature of college basketball, where every point is hard-earned and every game can shift the momentum of a season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	MCN -1.5	146.5 o -105 / u -115	McNeese Cowboys -130 · Rhode Island Rams +110

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Leaders

PointsJahmere Tripp16Rhode Island Rams
AssistsJonah Hinton2Rhode Island Rams
ReboundsKeeyan Itejere10Rhode Island Rams
PointsTyshawn Archie18McNeese Cowboys
AssistsGarwey Dual4McNeese Cowboys
ReboundsLarry Johnson6McNeese Cowboys

Recent form

Rhode Island Rams

Last 10: 7-3Streak L176.6 scored · 68.7 allowed per game4-1 at home

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
W93-62vs Stetson HattersNov 4

McNeese Cowboys

Last 10: 8-2Streak W187.3 scored · 64.3 allowed per game1-2 away

W92-54vs Northwestern State DemonsDec 6
L67-71at Incarnate Word CardinalsDec 2
W72-62vs Middle Tennessee Blue RaidersNov 25
W73-60vs Murray State RacersNov 25
W92-86at George Washington RevolutionariesNov 23
W88-62vs Louisiana Ragin' CajunsNov 15
W132-50vs College of Biblical Studies AmbassadorsNov 11
L67-79at Santa Clara BroncosNov 8
W127-65vs Champion Christian TigersNov 4
W63-54vs Lamar CardinalsMar 12

Standings

Team	Overall	Games behind	In conference
Stephen F. Austin	28-6	-	20-2
McNeese	28-6	1	19-3
UT Rio Grande Valley	19-14	6	14-8
Texas A&M-Corpus Christi	18-15	7	13-9
LSU New Orleans	15-18	8	12-10
Nicholls	14-19	8	12-10
Houston Christian	12-20	12	8-14
Northwestern State	10-22	12	8-14
Incarnate Word	12-19	13	7-15
Lamar	12-19	13	7-15
East Texas A&M	11-21	14	6-16
SE Louisiana	9-22	14	6-16
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	McNeese Cowboys	Rhode Island Rams
Field goals	24-60	18-39
Field goal %	40	46
Three-pointers	6-21	5-18
Three-point %	29	28
Free throws	12-19	23-27
Free throw %	63	85
Rebounds	31	31
Offensive rebounds	12	4
Defensive rebounds	19	27
Assists	8	8
Steals	15	5
Blocks	3	5
Turnovers	11	21
Team turnovers	2	0
Technical fouls	0	0
Technical fouls, total	0	0
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	20	10
Fast-break points	10	6
Points in the paint	34	22
Fouls	24	15
Largest lead	7	2
Lead changes	7	7
Time in front	70	6

How the scoring went

1st Half37-32Larry Johnson made Two Point Tip Shot.
1st Half37-34Keeyan Itejere made Dunk. Assisted by Jonah Hinton.
1st Half37-37Jonah Hinton made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Myles Corey.
2nd Half38-37Javohn Garcia made Free Throw.
2nd Half39-37Javohn Garcia made Free Throw.
2nd Half41-37Jacolb Fredson-Cole made Layup.
2nd Half41-38Tyler Cochran made Free Throw.
2nd Half42-38Larry Johnson made Free Throw.
2nd Half43-38Larry Johnson made Free Throw.
2nd Half45-38Larry Johnson made Layup. Assisted by Garwey Dual.
2nd Half45-40Myles Corey made Layup.
2nd Half45-41Myles Corey made Free Throw.
2nd Half45-43Jahmere Tripp made Jumper.
2nd Half47-43Garwey Dual made Dunk. Assisted by Tyshawn Archie.
2nd Half47-45Jahmere Tripp made Layup. Assisted by RJ Johnson.
2nd Half48-45Javohn Garcia made Free Throw.
2nd Half49-45Javohn Garcia made Free Throw.
2nd Half49-48Jonah Hinton made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half49-49Drissa Traore made Free Throw.
2nd Half51-49Javohn Garcia made Jumper.
2nd Half51-50RJ Johnson made Free Throw.
2nd Half51-51RJ Johnson made Free Throw.
2nd Half53-51Larry Johnson made Two Point Tip Shot.
2nd Half53-52Keeyan Itejere made Free Throw.
2nd Half53-53Keeyan Itejere made Free Throw.
2nd Half53-54Myles Corey made Free Throw.
2nd Half53-55Myles Corey made Free Throw.
2nd Half54-55Tyshawn Archie made Free Throw.
2nd Half57-55Tyshawn Archie made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Garwey Dual.
2nd Half57-57Tyler Cochran made Layup.
2nd Half59-57Tyshawn Archie made Layup.
2nd Half61-57Tyshawn Archie made Layup.
2nd Half61-60RJ Johnson made Three Point Jumper.
2nd Half63-60Garwey Dual made Layup.
2nd Half63-61Jonah Hinton made Free Throw.
2nd Half63-62Jonah Hinton made Free Throw.
2nd Half64-62Jerrell Colbert made Free Throw.
2nd Half64-63Keeyan Itejere made Free Throw.
2nd Half64-64Keeyan Itejere made Free Throw.
2nd Half66-64Tyshawn Archie made Jumper.