How to watch Rhode Island Rams vs. UMass Minutemen: Live stream info, TV channel, game time
The UMass Minutemen (9-11, 4-3 A-10) hope to continue a three-game winning run when visiting the Rhode Island Rams (14-6, 3-5 A-10) at 7:00 PM ET on Wednesday, January 29, 2025 at Thomas M. Ryan Center. The matchup airs on ESPN+.
In its most recent game, Rhode Island fell to La Salle 70-64 on the road, with Jaden House (16 PTS, 7 REB, 30 FG%) and Sebastian Thomas (16 PTS, 35.71 FG%) leading the way. UMass lost at home to George Washington 61-74 last time out, and were led by Jaylen Curry (19 PTS, 6 AST, 46.67 FG%, 2-3 from 3PT) and Rahsool Diggins (19 PTS, 4 STL, 46.67 FG%, 4-7 from 3PT).
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Rhode Island vs. UMass: How to watch on TV or live stream
Game day: Wednesday, January 29, 2025
Wednesday, January 29, 2025 Game time: 7:00 PM ET
7:00 PM ET Location: Kingston, Rhode Island
Kingston, Rhode Island Arena: Thomas M. Ryan Center
Thomas M. Ryan Center TV Channel: ESPN+
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Rams vs. Minutemen odds and spread
Spread Favorite: Rams (-4.5)
Rams (-4.5) Moneyline: Rhode Island (-198), UMass (+163)
Rhode Island (-198), UMass (+163) Total: 155.5 points
College basketball odds courtesy of BetMGM Sportsbook. Odds updated Wednesday at 10:16 AM ET. For a full list of sports betting odds, access USA TODAY Sports Betting Scores Odds Hub.
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