Rhode Island Rams Defeat Yale Bulldogs 86-77
Tuesday, November 18, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · John J. Lee Amphitheater
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Who won Rhode Island Rams vs Yale Bulldogs?
Rhode Island Rams beat Yale Bulldogs 86-77 at John J. Lee Amphitheater on November 18, 2025.
In a competitive matchup at the John J. Lee Amphitheater, the Rhode Island Rams triumphed over the Yale Bulldogs with a final score of 86-77. This victory marks the Rams' third consecutive win against Yale, having previously defeated them in both of their last two encounters. The Rams now hold a 2-0 record against the Bulldogs in their recent meetings, with the previous game resulting in an 84-78 victory for Rhode Island on December 3, 2024.
Both teams entered the game with contrasting recent forms. The Bulldogs, boasting a home record of 3-1 and an overall record of 4-1, had shown strong performance with an 8-2 record over their last ten games. However, they were on a one-game losing streak, having lost to the Pennsylvania Quakers 88-84 in their last outing. Yale averaged 78.0 points scored and allowed 70.8 points during this stretch, indicating a solid offensive capability but also some defensive vulnerabilities.
On the other hand, the Rams came into this game with a 4-1 record overall and a troubling away record of 0-5. Their recent form was less favorable, with a 3-7 record over their last ten games and currently on a two-game losing streak. Rhode Island averaged 65.0 points scored and allowed 69.2 points during this period, highlighting their struggles to maintain offensive consistency.
The game conditions were set in the Bulldogs' home venue, which typically provides a supportive atmosphere for the home team. However, the Rams managed to capitalize on their previous experiences against Yale, demonstrating resilience and strategic execution throughout the match.
In terms of scoring, the Rams took control in the second half, with critical free throws from players like Tyler Cochran, Casey Simmons, and Jonah Hinton contributing to their lead. The Bulldogs attempted to close the gap with free throws from Isaac Celiscar, but it was not enough to overcome the deficit.
Injury reports indicated no significant absences affecting either team for this matchup, allowing both sides to field their preferred lineups. The Rams' ability to maintain their composure under pressure and execute in critical moments proved decisive in their victory.
The betting market reflected the competitive nature of this fixture, with odds suggesting a closely matched game. The Rams were favored to win, as indicated by the lines provided by the betting market, which added an extra layer of intrigue to the contest.
Overall, the Rams' victory over the Bulldogs not only extends their winning streak against Yale but also showcases their ability to perform under pressure, setting a promising tone for their upcoming games.
Leaders
- PointsNick Townsend18Yale Bulldogs
- AssistsNick Townsend5Yale Bulldogs
- ReboundsNick Townsend6Yale Bulldogs
- PointsJonah Hinton24Rhode Island Rams
- AssistsJahmere Tripp4Rhode Island Rams
- ReboundsMouhamed Sow6Rhode Island Rams
Recent form
Yale Bulldogs
Last 10: 8-2Streak L178 scored · 70.8 allowed per game4-1 at home
- L84-88vs Pennsylvania QuakersMar 15
- W88-76vs Cornell Big RedMar 14
- W78-53vs Princeton TigersMar 7
- W60-54at Columbia LionsFeb 28
- L69-72at Cornell Big RedFeb 27
- W74-70vs Pennsylvania QuakersFeb 21
- W76-75at Harvard CrimsonFeb 14
- W83-70at Dartmouth Big GreenFeb 14
- W87-81at Howard BisonFeb 10
- W81-69vs Brown BearsFeb 7
Rhode Island Rams
Last 10: 3-7Streak L265 scored · 69.2 allowed per game0-5 away
- L61-67at Duquesne DukesMar 12
- L49-61at Fordham RamsMar 7
- W64-52vs Duquesne DukesMar 5
- L55-61vs Saint Joseph's HawksFeb 28
- L76-94at St. Bonaventure BonniesFeb 26
- L46-59at La Salle ExplorersFeb 21
- W81-76vs Saint Louis BillikensFeb 18
- L66-70vs Fordham RamsFeb 14
- L70-75at George Washington RevolutionariesFeb 11
- W82-77vs Richmond SpidersFeb 7
Standings
| Team | Overall | Games behind | In conference |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| Yale | 24-7 | - | 11-3 |
| Harvard | 17-12 | 1 | 10-4 |
| Pennsylvania | 18-12 | 2 | 9-5 |
| Cornell | 15-13 | 3 | 8-6 |
| Columbia | 16-12 | 6 | 5-9 |
| Dartmouth | 11-16 | 6 | 5-9 |
| Princeton | 9-20 | 6 | 5-9 |
| Brown | 9-18 | 8 | 3-11 |
Box score
| Stat | Rhode Island Rams | Yale Bulldogs |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 30-59 | 26-55 |
| Field goal % | 51 | 47 |
| Three-pointers | 11-24 | 6-18 |
| Three-point % | 46 | 33 |
| Free throws | 15-20 | 19-22 |
| Free throw % | 75 | 86 |
| Rebounds | 30 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 12 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 18 | 18 |
| Assists | 14 | 14 |
| Steals | 10 | 7 |
| Blocks | 2 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 22 | 11 |
| Fast-break points | 25 | 4 |
| Points in the paint | 28 | 34 |
| Fouls | 21 | 19 |
| Largest lead | 11 | 10 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half45-50Myles Corey made Dunk.
- 2nd Half45-52Nick Townsend made Layup.
- 2nd Half47-52Myles Corey made Layup.
- 2nd Half47-54Nick Townsend made Layup. Assisted by Isaac Celiscar.
- 2nd Half49-54Myles Corey made Layup.
- 2nd Half49-56Samson Aletan made Two Point Tip Shot.
- 2nd Half51-56Keeyan Itejere made Dunk. Assisted by Jonah Hinton.
- 2nd Half52-56Keeyan Itejere made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half55-56Alex Crawford made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Jahmere Tripp.
- 2nd Half57-56Jonah Hinton made Jumper.
- 2nd Half57-58Nick Townsend made Layup.
- 2nd Half59-58Myles Corey made Layup.
- 2nd Half59-60Riley Fox made Jumper.
- 2nd Half62-60Jonah Hinton made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Tyler Cochran.
- 2nd Half62-62Isaac Celiscar made Layup. Assisted by Riley Fox.
- 2nd Half64-62Alex Crawford made Layup. Assisted by Tyler Cochran.
- 2nd Half64-64Jordan Brathwaite made Layup. Assisted by Samson Aletan.
- 2nd Half66-64Myles Corey made Layup.
- 2nd Half69-64Jonah Hinton made Three Point Jumper.
- 2nd Half71-64Jahmere Tripp made Layup.
- 2nd Half71-66Nick Townsend made Layup.
- 2nd Half71-67Samson Aletan made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half71-69Samson Aletan made Dunk. Assisted by Nick Townsend.
- 2nd Half74-69Tyler Cochran made Three Point Jumper. Assisted by Myles Corey.
- 2nd Half75-69Tyler Cochran made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half76-69Tyler Cochran made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half78-69Mouhamed Sow made Dunk.
- 2nd Half78-71Nick Townsend made Layup.
- 2nd Half80-71Alex Crawford made Jumper.
- 2nd Half80-72Nick Townsend made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half80-73Nick Townsend made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half82-73Tyler Cochran made Jumper.
- 2nd Half83-73Tyler Cochran made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half83-74Casey Simmons made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half83-75Casey Simmons made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half84-75Jonah Hinton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half85-75Jonah Hinton made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half86-75Mouhamed Sow made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half86-76Isaac Celiscar made Free Throw.
- 2nd Half86-77Isaac Celiscar made Free Throw.
Win probability
Above the line favours Yale Bulldogs, below favours Rhode Island Rams.
Venue
- John J. Lee AmphitheaterNew Haven, CT
- Attendance942
- OfficialsAdam Vandenburgh, Michael Nardone, Mike Evans
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