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Atlantic 10 Tournament - Rhode Island Falls 73-56 Against La Salle - Game Recap
La Salle got 18 points from Jhamir Brickus as they ran past Rhode Island 73-56 on Tuesday at Barclays Center.
Bettors who backed La Salle were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +1.5 at sportsbooks.
La Salle got 15 points from Daeshon Shepherd and another 11 points from Khalil Brantley. Anwar Gill contributed 4 assists, while Hassan Drame cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.
Rhode Island got a 19-point performance from Malik Martin, who was supported by 11 points from Ishmael Leggett. Sebastian Thomas had 4 assists in a losing cause for Rhode Island, while Malik Martin grabbed 7 rebounds.
La Salle was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
La Salle had a 48-31 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.