Read on to get betting odds and analysis in our Detroit vs Rhode Island NCAA Basketball prediction and preview and see who we think will win and cover the spread in Jacksonville.
Detroit vs Rhode Island Prediction
The Titans and Rams are set to face off at 12:00 ET on ESPN+. The Rams will host the game at Florida State College at Jacksonville South Campus in Jacksonville, FL. The odds for this non-conference game currently have Rhode Island as the -15.5 favorite, with the over/under line sitting at 146.5 points.
Detroit vs. Rhode Island Matchup At A Glance
- Sport: NCAAB
- Teams: Detroit Titans at Rhode Island Rams
- Where: Jacksonville at Florida State College at Jacksonville South Campus
- Date: Wednesday, November 27th
- Betting Odds RI -15.5, DET +850 | RI -1828 O/U 146.5
Titans Preview: Does Detroit Have What it Takes on the Road?
Detroit Titans Recent Game/Games
On Tuesday, November 26th, the Titans dropped a home game to Tulsa, losing 63-44. Detroit entered the game as +10 point underdogs and failed to cover the spread. The total points for the game were 107, falling well short of the 141-point over/under line.
After trailing 36-27 at halftime, the Titans struggled in the second half, scoring just 17 points while allowing 27. Their inability to generate offense in the second half was a key factor in the loss.
Titans Offense Breakdown
Detroit's offense struggled mightily in their last game, managing just 44 points on 27.7% shooting from the field. They hit only 1 of 12 from beyond the arc, good for 8.3%, and connected on 58.3% of their free throws.
Keaston Willis led the team with 15 points, hitting 3 of 9 from deep, while Isaiah Barnes added 12 points and 7 rebounds, shooting 4 of 6 from three. Dwon Odom contributed 11 points and 8 rebounds, dishing out 6 assists.
Titans Team Defense
Detroit’s defense was on point, holding their opponent to just 63 points on 27% shooting. They were especially tough inside, allowing 17/53 on two-point attempts.
From beyond the arc, the Titans limited their opponent to 1/12 shooting, just 8%. They also sent them to the line 12 times, where they hit 7 free throws.
Rams Preview: Will the Rams Make it Happen at Home?
Rhode Island Rams Recent Game/Games
Rhode Island cruised to a 91-53 win over Charleston on Sunday, November 24th. Playing at home, the Rams entered as -3.5 point favorites and covered the spread with ease. The total points for the game ended at 144, falling short of the 156.5 O/U line.
Rhode Island dominated early, leading 45-16 at halftime. They continued their strong play in the 2nd half, scoring 46 points while allowing 37.
Rams Offense Breakdown
Rhode Island's offense was firing on all cylinders in their last game, putting up 91 points while shooting 55.7% from the field. Their effective field goal percentage was an impressive 63.9%, thanks to 63.2% shooting inside the arc and 43.5% from three-point range.
Javonte Brown led the way with 17 points on 8-of-9 shooting, while Jamarques Lawrence added 16 points, hitting 4-of-8 from deep. Sebastian Thomas contributed 15 points and 10 assists, connecting on 3-of-6 from beyond the arc.
Rams Team Defense
Despite Rhode Island's defensive struggles, they managed to hold their opponent to 53 points. However, they allowed a 55% shooting performance, with 34 made field goals on 61 attempts.
The Rams gave up 24 two-point field goals on 38 attempts, a 63% shooting rate. From beyond the arc, their opponent hit 10 of 23 threes, shooting 43%. Rhode Island also sent them to the line 20 times, where they made 13 free throws, a 65% rate.
Titans vs Rams Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis
- Across the Titans last ten road games, the team averaged 68 points per game while allowing 77. Their record vs the spread in these contests was 8-2, while going 1-9 straight-up.
- When looking at their past five home matchups, Rhode Island has an ATS record of 3-2 while averaging 70 per game. The team went 2-3 overall in these games.
- Through their last five games as the betting underdog, the Titans have a strong record vs the spread going 3-2. Their straight up mark in these contests is 1-4.
- Going back to their previous ten games as the favorite, Rhode Island has an ATS mark of 3-7 while going 6-4 straight up.
Detroit vs Rhode Island Prediction & Free Pick
- KnupSports.com Free Betting Prediction: Detroit +15.5 Be sure to check out our other NCAA Basketball betting previews for this week. KnupSports.com also updates their sports betting picks page daily with plays across all sports.