NCAAB · Final

Saint Joseph's Tops Rhode Island in Close Contest

Saturday, February 28, 2026, 12:00 PM ET · Thomas M. Ryan Center

Saint Joseph's Hawks 61, Rhode Island Rams 55, 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 Saint Joseph's Hawks vs Rhode Island Rams?

Saint Joseph's Hawks beat Rhode Island Rams 61-55 at Thomas M. Ryan Center on February 28, 2026.

Who was favored in Saint Joseph's Hawks vs Rhode Island Rams?

Rhode Island Rams were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -142 (about 59% implied). The underdog won.

In a tightly contested game, the Saint Joseph's Hawks defeated the Rhode Island Rams 61-55 at the Thomas M. Ryan Center. This matchup showcased contrasting recent forms, with Saint Joseph's entering the game on a three-game winning streak, while Rhode Island had lost their last two games. The Hawks improved their record to 20-10, while the Rams fell to 15-15.

Rhode Island's recent form has been a struggle, as they posted a 5-5 record over their last ten games. Their scoring average during this stretch was 70.6 points per game, but they allowed an average of 73.6 points, indicating defensive vulnerabilities. In their last five games, the Rams managed only one victory, averaging 67.8 points while giving up 74.8 points. Their home record in the last ten games stood at 3-1, but they faced challenges on the road with a 2-4 record.

Conversely, Saint Joseph's has been performing well, with a 7-3 record in their last ten games. They averaged 72.4 points while allowing 66.5 points, showcasing a more balanced performance on both ends of the court. In their last five games, the Hawks recorded three wins, averaging 68.6 points and allowing just 63.4 points. Their away record in recent matches was 3-2, reflecting their capability to perform outside their home venue.

The two teams had met previously in the 2025 season, where Saint Joseph's emerged victorious with a score of 91-74. This game added to the competitive history between the two programs, with the Hawks now holding a 2-0 advantage in their last two meetings.

In terms of injuries, the block did not specify any key players missing for either team, suggesting both squads were at full strength for this important matchup.

Betting lines provided by DraftKings indicated that Rhode Island was favored by 2.5 points, with a total set at 141.5. The odds reflected the expectations surrounding the game, with Rhode Island having a home advantage.

The game conditions were typical for late February, and the atmosphere at the Thomas M. Ryan Center was charged as fans rallied behind the Rams. Viewers were treated to a competitive affair, with key moments including a three-point jumper by Jahmere Tripp that gave Saint Joseph's a critical lead in the second half. Dasear Haskins also contributed significantly, hitting free throws that extended the Hawks' lead.

As the game progressed, Rhode Island fought hard to close the gap, with Tyler Cochran's free throws bringing them within one point at 56-55. However, Saint Joseph's maintained their composure, with Jaiden Glover-Toscano hitting another three-pointer and Justice Ajogbor sealing the game with a dunk, finalizing the score at 61-55.

Overall, this fixture highlighted the resilience of Saint Joseph's as they continued their winning streak, while Rhode Island faced challenges in their quest for consistency.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	URI -2.5	141.5 o -108 / u -112	Saint Joseph's Hawks +120 · Rhode Island Rams -142

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Leaders

PointsTyler Cochran13Rhode Island Rams
AssistsMyles Corey4Rhode Island Rams
ReboundsTyler Cochran15Rhode Island Rams
PointsDasear Haskins14Saint Joseph's Hawks
AssistsDerek Simpson5Saint Joseph's Hawks
ReboundsKhaafiq Myers8Saint Joseph's Hawks

Recent form

Rhode Island Rams

Last 10: 5-5Streak L270.6 scored · 73.6 allowed per game3-1 at home

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
L61-76at Duquesne DukesFeb 1
W81-76at Dayton FlyersJan 28
W74-65vs George Mason PatriotsJan 24
W69-68at Richmond SpidersJan 22

Saint Joseph's Hawks

Last 10: 7-3Streak W372.4 scored · 66.5 allowed per game3-2 away

W81-63vs George Mason PatriotsFeb 26
W75-61vs Loyola Chicago RamblersFeb 21
W71-65at St. Bonaventure BonniesFeb 19
L64-68vs Fordham RamsFeb 11
L52-60at George Mason PatriotsFeb 7
W76-73vs George Washington RevolutionariesFeb 5
W67-58at La Salle ExplorersJan 31
W85-64at Loyola Chicago RamblersJan 28
W81-74vs Dayton FlyersJan 24
L72-79at VCU RamsJan 19

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

Box score

Stat	Saint Joseph's Hawks	Rhode Island Rams
Field goals	23-60	17-62
Field goal %	38	27
Three-pointers	4-28	6-33
Three-point %	14	18
Free throws	11-18	15-21
Free throw %	61	71
Rebounds	45	46
Offensive rebounds	11	15
Defensive rebounds	34	31
Assists	14	12
Steals	8	4
Blocks	7	4
Turnovers	13	13
Team turnovers	1	1
Technical fouls	1	1
Technical fouls, total	1	1
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	13	0
Fast-break points	11	7
Points in the paint	38	20
Fouls	18	17
Largest lead	13	7
Lead changes	1	1
Time in front	72	25

How the scoring went

1st Half27-23Keeyan Itejere makes free throw 1 of 2
1st Half27-24Keeyan Itejere makes free throw 2 of 2
1st Half28-24Anthony Finkley makes free throw 1 of 2
1st Half29-24Derek Simpson makes free throw 1 of 2
1st Half30-24Derek Simpson makes free throw 2 of 2
1st Half30-27Jonah Hinton makes 27-foot three point jumper
2nd Half32-27Dasear Haskins makes layup (Derek Simpson assists)
2nd Half34-27Dasear Haskins makes layup
2nd Half34-28Tyler Cochran makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half34-29Tyler Cochran makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half37-29Derek Simpson makes 24-foot three point jumper (Austin Williford assists)
2nd Half37-30Tyler Cochran makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half37-31Tyler Cochran makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half39-31Dasear Haskins makes layup (Jaiden Glover-Toscano assists)
2nd Half41-31Justice Ajogbor makes layup (Derek Simpson assists)
2nd Half42-31Justice Ajogbor makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half44-31Derek Simpson makes 2-foot dunk
2nd Half44-34Alex Crawford makes 24-foot three point jumper (Myles Corey assists)
2nd Half46-34Khaafiq Myers makes layup
2nd Half46-37Alex Crawford makes 24-foot three point jumper (Myles Corey assists)
2nd Half46-38Tyler Cochran makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half46-39Tyler Cochran makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half49-39Khaafiq Myers makes 24-foot three point jumper (Anthony Finkley assists)
2nd Half50-39Jaden Smith makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half50-41Jahmere Tripp makes layup (Tyler Cochran assists)
2nd Half50-44Tyler Cochran makes 23-foot three point jumper (Myles Corey assists)
2nd Half51-44Dasear Haskins makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half52-44Dasear Haskins makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half52-46Alex Crawford makes 2-foot dunk (Jahmere Tripp assists)
2nd Half52-47Alex Crawford makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half52-48Alex Crawford makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half54-48Derek Simpson makes layup
2nd Half54-51Jahmere Tripp makes 23-foot three point jumper (Alex Crawford assists)
2nd Half55-51Dasear Haskins makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half56-51Dasear Haskins makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half56-53Alex Crawford makes layup
2nd Half56-54Tyler Cochran makes free throw 1 of 2
2nd Half56-55Tyler Cochran makes free throw 2 of 2
2nd Half59-55Jaiden Glover-Toscano makes 23-foot three point jumper (Derek Simpson assists)
2nd Half61-55Justice Ajogbor makes 2-foot dunk (Derek Simpson assists)