George Washington Revolutionaries vs Rhode Island Rams NCAA Basketball Betting Pick & Prediction 1/8/25
The Revolutionaries and Rams are set to face off at 7:00 ET on ESPN+. The Rams will host the game at Ryan Center in Kingston, RI. The over/under line for this matchup is currently at 151.5 points, and Rhode Island is favored by -5.5 to win at home against George Washington.
GEORGE WASHINGTON REVOLUTIONARIES VS RHODE ISLAND RAMS BETTING PICK
The Pick: Rhode Island Rams -5.5
This game will be played at Ryan Center at 7:00 ET on Wednesday, January 8th.
WHY BET THE RHODE ISLAND RAMS:
- We have this one finishing with a projected score of 77-69 in favor of the Rams.
- Not only will Rhode Island pick up the win, but look for them to cover at -5.5.
- The over/under is currently sitting at 151.5 points, and we like the under with a projected 146 points.
Will the Revolutionaries Secure A Victory as Road Underdogs?
George Washington Revolutionaries Recent Game/Games
George Washington improved to 11-3 on the season with an 82-62 win over Dayton on Saturday. The Revolutionaries were +8.5 point underdogs heading into the game but not only pulled off the upset, they covered the spread as well.
After taking a 43-27 lead into halftime, George Washington kept up the pressure in the 2nd half, outscoring Dayton 39-35. The total points for the game finished at 144, just over the 143.5 O/U line.
George Washington put up 82 points in their last game, shooting 45.9% from the field. They hit 48.4% from beyond the arc, knocking down 15 threes, and finished with an effective field goal percentage of 59%.
Christian Jones and Nate Santos each scored 23 points, with Jones hitting 5 of 8 from deep. Trey Autry was perfect from the field, going 6 for 6 overall and 3 for 3 from three-point range.
George Washington’s defense gave up 62 points, with their opponents shooting 45% from the field, hitting 28 of 61 attempts. From inside the arc, they shot 43%, making 13 of 30 two-point shots.
From three-point range, George Washington allowed 15 threes on 31 attempts, a 48% shooting rate. Their opponents also went 11/15 from the free-throw line, shooting 73%. George Washington gave up 10 offensive rebounds.
Can the Rhode Island Offense Score Enough at Home?
Rhode Island Rams Recent Game/Games
Rhode Island improved to 11-2 this season with a 62-59 win over George Mason on Saturday. The Rams, who were +1.5 point underdogs, not only won but also covered the spread. The game’s combined points of 121 fell well under the pre-game O/U line of 143.5.
Rhode Island trailed 34-25 at halftime but turned things around in the 2nd half, outscoring the Patriots 37-25 to secure the win.
Rhode Island struggled offensively in their last game, shooting just 33.3% from the field and 31.8% from three-point range. Their effective field goal percentage was 38.6%, and they managed only 9 assists as a team.
Sebastian Thomas led the way with 23 points, shooting 61.5% overall and 42.9% from deep. The Rams did hit 85% of their free throws, going 17/20 from the line.
Rhode Island’s defense was strong, holding their opponent to just 59 points on 33% shooting from the field. They limited two-point opportunities, with the other team making only 12 of 35 attempts for 34%.
From beyond the arc, Rhode Island allowed 7 threes on 22 attempts, a 31% success rate. The Rams sent their opponent to the line 20 times, where they converted 17 free throws, hitting 85%. Rhode Island also gave up 12 offensive rebounds.