Play: Richmond ML
Richmond is the more efficient offensive team in this matchup and the profile lines up well against Rhode Island’s strengths. The Spiders shoot the ball significantly better from the perimeter and are far more reliable in the half court, which is critical against a URI defense that relies heavily on pressure and turnovers to generate offense.
Richmond’s ball security limits live ball mistakes and forces Rhode Island to score in slower, set possessions, where the Rams’ poor three point shooting becomes a major issue. At home, Richmond’s offense consistently operates at a higher level, and if they keep this game clean early, their shot making and composure should control the final ten minutes.
X Factor Spotlight :
Richmond’s primary guards are the key piece in this spot and they have 3 very capable ones. Their ability to handle pressure, dictate tempo, and convert open looks is exactly what neutralizes Rhode Island’s defensive identity and allows Richmond to stay in control late.
Prediction : Richmond wins a controlled conference game at home.
Final Score Projection 74 to 69
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