VCU Rams Defeat Rhode Island Rams 84-75
Wednesday, January 14, 2026, 6:00 PM ET · Thomas M. Ryan Center
VCU Rams 84, Rhode Island Rams 75, 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 VCU Rams vs Rhode Island Rams?
VCU Rams beat Rhode Island Rams 84-75 at Thomas M. Ryan Center on January 14, 2026.
Who was favored in VCU Rams vs Rhode Island Rams?
VCU Rams were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -162 (about 62% implied). The favorite won.
In a competitive matchup at the Thomas M. Ryan Center, the VCU Rams secured an 84-75 victory over the Rhode Island Rams. This win adds to VCU's strong season, improving their record to 13-6, while Rhode Island falls to 10-9. The game showcased the offensive prowess of VCU, who averaged 86.0 points in their last ten games, compared to Rhode Island's average of 68.7 points.
Both teams entered the game with contrasting recent forms. Rhode Island had a record of 5-5 in their last ten games and was on a one-game winning streak, having defeated the Davidson Wildcats 70-45 in their previous outing. However, their overall scoring average in the last five games dipped to 66.8 points, while they allowed an average of 64.6 points. VCU, on the other hand, had a record of 7-3 in their last ten games but was on a two-game losing streak, having lost to George Mason and Saint Louis. Despite this, VCU's scoring average in their last five games was significantly higher at 84.8 points, with an average of 79.6 points allowed.
At home, Rhode Island had a record of 3-3, while VCU was 6-2 at home. The away record for VCU was 1-1, indicating they had been less successful on the road compared to their home performance. In their previous meeting on January 22, 2025, VCU had defeated Rhode Island 81-57, giving them a 1-0 advantage in their head-to-head record this season.
In terms of injuries, no specific players were mentioned in the block, suggesting that both teams may have been at full strength for this matchup. The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had VCU as 3.5-point favorites, with a total set at 147.5 points, indicating expectations for a high-scoring game.
The conditions in the arena were typical for a basketball game, with no unusual weather factors affecting play. Fans were treated to an exciting atmosphere as both teams fought for crucial conference standings.
Key moments in the game included several scoring plays in the second half, where VCU maintained their lead through free throws and critical baskets. Notably, Ahmad Nowell contributed significantly to VCU's scoring, making multiple free throws late in the game to secure the victory.
Overall, the game highlighted VCU's offensive capabilities and their ability to close out a game effectively, while Rhode Island will look to regroup as they continue their season.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | VCU -3.5 | 147.5 o -110 / u -110 | VCU Rams -162 · Rhode Island Rams +136 |
Leaders
- PointsTyler Cochran17Rhode Island Rams
- AssistsJonah Hinton4Rhode Island Rams
- ReboundsTyler Cochran9Rhode Island Rams
- PointsTerrence Hill Jr.19VCU Rams
- AssistsKeyshawn Mitchell4VCU Rams
- ReboundsMichael Belle5VCU Rams
Recent form
Rhode Island Rams
Last 10: 5-5Streak W168.7 scored · 65.5 allowed per game3-3 at home
- W70-45at Davidson WildcatsJan 10
- L72-79vs La Salle ExplorersJan 8
- L50-61at George Mason PatriotsJan 3
- L57-61vs Loyola Chicago RamblersDec 31
- W85-77vs Northeastern HuskiesDec 23
- W62-45vs Canisius Golden GriffinsDec 17
- L64-66vs McNeese CowboysDec 10
- L71-90at Providence FriarsDec 6
- W66-56vs Brown BearsDec 3
- W90-75at Temple OwlsNov 27
VCU Rams
Last 10: 7-3Streak L286 scored · 74.5 allowed per game1-1 away
- L80-86at George Mason PatriotsJan 10
- L62-71vs Saint Louis BillikensJan 8
- W93-80at Duquesne DukesJan 3
- W89-82vs St. Bonaventure BonniesDec 31
- W100-79vs Rider BroncsDec 23
- W105-83vs American University EaglesDec 19
- W84-58vs Niagara Purple EaglesDec 16
- L78-81vs New Mexico LobosDec 11
- W83-57vs Samford BulldogsDec 6
- W86-68vs Virginia Tech HokiesNov 28
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 | VCU Rams | Rhode Island Rams |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 27-55 | 26-53 |
| Field goal % | 49 | 49 |
| Three-pointers | 12-29 | 8-25 |
| Three-point % | 41 | 32 |
| Free throws | 18-28 | 15-24 |
| Free throw % | 64 | 63 |
| Rebounds | 30 | 31 |
| Offensive rebounds | 8 | 8 |
| Defensive rebounds | 22 | 23 |
| Assists | 16 | 10 |
| Steals | 8 | 4 |
| Blocks | 3 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 5 | 13 |
| Team turnovers | 0 | 3 |
| Technical fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 0 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 16 | 5 |
| Fast-break points | 2 | 16 |
| Points in the paint | 30 | 30 |
| Fouls | 22 | 18 |
| Largest lead | 15 | 0 |
| Lead changes | 0 | 0 |
| Time in front | 97 | 0 |
How the scoring went
- 2nd Half50-45Myles Corey makes layup
- 2nd Half51-45Michael Belle makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half51-47Myles Corey makes layup
- 2nd Half51-48Myles Corey makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half51-51Tyler Cochran makes 24-foot three point jumper (Myles Corey assists)
- 2nd Half53-51Jadrian Tracey makes layup
- 2nd Half54-51Jadrian Tracey makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half57-51Tyrell Ward makes 23-foot three point jumper (Michael Belle assists)
- 2nd Half57-53Tyler Cochran makes layup
- 2nd Half57-54Tyler Cochran makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half60-54Ahmad Nowell makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half63-54Ahmad Nowell makes 26-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half63-56Jahmere Tripp makes layup
- 2nd Half64-56Tyrell Ward makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half65-56Jadrian Tracey makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half68-56Jadrian Tracey makes 26-foot three point jumper (Michael Belle assists)
- 2nd Half70-56Keyshawn Mitchell makes layup (Ahmad Nowell assists)
- 2nd Half71-56Michael Belle makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-58Myles Corey makes layup
- 2nd Half71-59Jalen Harper makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half71-60Jalen Harper makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half72-60Nyk Lewis makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half73-60Nyk Lewis makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half73-61Jalen Harper makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half75-61Terrence Hill Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half75-62Jahmere Tripp makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half75-63Jahmere Tripp makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half77-63Michael Belle makes layup (Terrence Hill Jr. assists)
- 2nd Half77-65Keeyan Itejere makes 0-foot tip in layup
- 2nd Half79-65Terrence Hill Jr. makes layup
- 2nd Half79-68Jonah Hinton makes 25-foot three point jumper
- 2nd Half79-70Tyler Cochran makes layup
- 2nd Half79-71Tyler Cochran makes free throw 1 of 1
- 2nd Half80-71Ahmad Nowell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half81-71Ahmad Nowell makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half81-73RJ Johnson makes layup
- 2nd Half82-73Terrence Hill Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 2nd Half82-75RJ Johnson makes 19-foot jumper
- 2nd Half83-75Ahmad Nowell makes free throw 1 of 2
- 2nd Half84-75Ahmad Nowell makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Rhode Island Rams, below favours VCU Rams.
Venue
- Thomas M. Ryan CenterKingston, RI
- Attendance3712
- OfficialsMichael Luckie, Isaac Barnett, Tommy Morrissey
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