- Matchup: Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks vs. Rhode Island Rams
- Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026
- Venue: Thomas M. Ryan Center, Kingston, RI
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Thomas M. Ryan Center will host an exciting matchup between the Rhode Island Rams (2-0) and the Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks (1-2) this Thursday.
In their latest outing, the Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks secured a decisive victory against Cheyney, winning 81-55. The Hawks committed 23 personal fouls while Cheyney had 19. Maryland managed to convert 5 of their 20 three-point attempts. Cheyney struggled at the free-throw line, hitting only 14 out of 27 shots for a 51.9% success rate. The team collected 27 rebounds (5 offensive, 22 defensive) but didn’t record any blocks. Cheyney also had 8 assists and 7 steals in the game. Defensively, the Hawks limited their opponents to a shooting percentage of 36.7% from the field, allowing 18 of 49 attempts. Maryland Eastern Shore recorded 18 assists and forced 19 turnovers, along with 12 steals. They gathered a total of 39 rebounds (14 offensive) and shot 48.1% from the free-throw line, making 13 of 27 attempts. The Hawks finished the game with a field goal percentage of 46.0% (29 of 63) and nailed 10 out of 23 shots from beyond the arc.
Bobby Gardner was a standout performer, shooting 47.8% from the field, dishing out 6 assists, and playing for 35 minutes. He scored 29 points with an impressive 11 of 23 shooting.
The Maryland Eastern Shore Hawks come into this matchup with a record of 1-2 for the season. They are averaging 15.7 turnovers per game while committing 21.3 personal fouls each night. As a unit, they’re grabbing 38.7 rebounds per game and have tallied 36 assists this season, ranking 173rd nationally in assists. The Hawks have a three-point shooting percentage of 35.8% (24 of 67) and convert 61.0% of their free throws. They average 64.0 points per game, placing them 327th in Division 1, while their overall field goal percentage is 37.5%.
Defensively, the Hawks force 15.3 turnovers per game and draw 19.7 personal fouls. They allow opponents to shoot 28.1% from beyond the arc and rank 129th in points allowed per game at 67.0. Their defense allows an opponent shooting percentage of 44.4% (67 of 151) and gives up 34.0 rebounds per game, ranking 243rd nationally in assists surrendered with 35.
In their last game, the Rhode Island Rams defeated Monmouth with a score of 84-66. They secured 24 defensive rebounds and 11 offensive boards for a total of 35 rebounds in that game. The Rams committed 10 turnovers but managed to record 8 steals. Monmouth was assessed 15 personal fouls, providing Rhode Island with 17 free-throw attempts, of which they made 11, achieving a rate of 64.7%. The Rams made 40.7% of their three-point attempts, sinking 11 of 27 shots, and finished the game shooting 47.7% overall (31 of 65). Rhode Island allowed Monmouth to shoot 43.1% from the floor (25 of 58) and permitted them to make 4 of 19 from three, shooting 21.1%. In terms of total rebounding, Rhode Island allowed Monmouth to gather 29 boards (7 offensive).
Jason Fontenet II played a crucial role for the Rams, contributing 15 points in 32 minutes with 2 assists. He posted a field goal percentage of 54.5%, making 6 of 11 attempts, and also collected 9 rebounds.
The Rhode Island Rams currently hold a 2-0 record for the season. They average 18.5 personal fouls per game and convert 70.0% of their free throws. They are assisting on 15.0 baskets per game (196th in Division 1) and turn the ball over 7.5 times per contest. The Rams have scored 187 points so far this year (averaging 93.5 per game) and collect 40.0 rebounds per game. Offensively, Rhode Island is shooting at a remarkable 51.5% from the field, which places them 54th in the country.
On defense, the Rams rank 82nd in college basketball for points surrendered per game, allowing 62.5. They generate 14.5 turnovers per game while permitting opponents to shoot 40.7% from the floor (172nd in college). The Rhode Island defense limits three-point shooting to 26.2% (11 of 42), and they allow teams to convert 64.7% of their free-throw attempts. Each game, they allow 12.5 assists and 30.0 rebounds, ranking 180th and 65th, respectively, in D-1.
Who will come out on top in this NCAA clash against the spread?
Prediction: Back Maryland Eastern Shore
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