- Matchup: Saint Louis Billikens vs Rhode Island Rams
- Game Date: Tuesday, February 17, 2026
- Venue: Thomas M. Ryan Center, Kingston, RI
- Broadcast: ESPN+
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The Saint Louis Billikens (24-1) are set to visit the Thomas M. Ryan Center on Tuesday for a showdown against the Rhode Island Rams (14-11).
In their previous game, the Saint Louis Billikens secured a commanding victory over Loyola, finishing with a score of 86-59. The Billikens showcased a stellar shooting performance, achieving a field goal percentage of 50.8% (33 of 65) and sinking 14 of 32 attempts from beyond the arc. From the free-throw line, they converted 6 of 8 for a shooting percentage of 75.0%. On the boards, they grabbed 42 rebounds, including 9 offensive, while distributing 23 assists. Defensively, Saint Louis forced the opposing team into 10 turnovers and recorded 7 steals. Remarkably, they held Loyola to a shooting percentage of just 33.9%, allowing 20 baskets from 59 attempts. Loyola managed 16 assists and 8 steals but faltered with 25 rebounds (5 offensive, 20 defensive) without a block. They managed to hit 50.0% of their free throws (9 of 18) and made 10 of 38 shots from long range. The Billikens committed 15 personal fouls compared to Loyola’s 9.
Ishan Sharma stepped up in this contest, scoring 14 points on an impressive 62.5% shooting (5 of 8) in just 21 minutes of play, while also grabbing 2 rebounds and delivering 5 assists.
The Billikens are boasting a stellar 24-1 record this season, averaging a remarkable 90.8 points per game (ranking 4th in D-1) with a shooting accuracy of 52.0%. They have a 40.9% success rate from three-point range (288 of 704) and a free-throw percentage of 73.6%. Collectively, Saint Louis averages 42.1 rebounds per game and has registered 486 assists this year, ranking them 8th nationally in assists. They turn the ball over an average of 12.2 times per game and commit 18.3 fouls per contest.
Defensively, the Billikens apply pressure, forcing an average of 11.8 turnovers per game while drawing 16.4 fouls from opponents. They limited their rivals to just 26.9% shooting from beyond the arc, ranking them 34th nationally for points allowed per game (67.3). They’ve allowed opponents to shoot 36.3% from the field (557 of 1,535) and average 32.0 rebounds conceded per game, ranking 21st in assists given up with 277.
In their last outing, the Rhode Island Rams faced a setback, falling to Fordham with a score of 70-66. The Rams allowed Fordham to secure 38 rebounds (8 offensive) and shot 34.8% (8 of 23) from three-point range, while converting 14 of 23 free throws (60.9%). Fordham achieved a field goal percentage of 44.4% (24 of 54). Overall, Rhode Island struggled, shooting 40.4% (21 of 52) from the field and 33.3% (8 of 24) from the arc. They hit 16 out of 26 free throws for a shooting percentage of 61.5%. Fordham committed 19 fouls, which sent the Rams to the line for 26 shots. The Rams collected 32 rebounds (25 defensive, 7 offensive) but committed 12 turnovers, earning 7 steals throughout the game.
Tyler Cochran made a significant contribution for the Rams, scoring 25 points on 9 of 13 shooting (69.2%) while also pulling down 9 rebounds during 43 minutes of court time, adding 2 assists.
With a season record of 14-11, the Rams average 18.3 personal fouls per game and shoot 71.8% from the charity stripe. They facilitate only 11.4 assists per game (335th in college basketball) and average 12.6 turnovers. Throughout the season, the Rams have scored 1,804 points, averaging 72.2 per game and pulling down 32.7 rebounds per contest. Offensively, they hit 45.0% of their shots from the field, ranking 196th in D-1.
On the defensive front, the Rams are positioned 52nd in college basketball for points allowed per contest (68.5). They manage to generate 14.3 turnovers per game but allow opponents to shoot 44.0% from the field (186th in the nation). Rhode Island’s defense permits 35.9% from three-point distance (194 of 541) and their opponents make 70.6% of their free throw attempts. They surrender 12.3 assists and 32.4 rebounds per game, ranking them 94th and 62nd, respectively.
Who will take the win in tonight’s NCAA game against the spread?
Selection: Back Saint Louis
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