Saint Louis Billikens vs Rhode Island Rams Picks and Prediction for Tuesday, February 17, 2026
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Saint Louis heads to Kingston to take on Rhode Island on Tuesday night. The Billikens are 24-1 overall and 12-0 in A-10 play after an 86-59 road win over Loyola Chicago. Rhode Island is 14-11 overall and 5-7 in conference action after a 70-66 overtime loss to Fordham. Our free college basketball picks help break down where bettors can find value.
Game Information
- Date: Tuesday, February 17
- Time: 7:00 PM ET
- Location: Thomas M. Ryan Center (Kingston, RI)
- TV: ESPN+
Saint Louis Billikens Preview
Saint Louis is rolling offensively, averaging 90.8 points per game on 52% shooting, while allowing just 67.3. The Billikens are averaging 19.4 assists per contest. Robbie Avila leads the team, averaging 12.4 points per game and paces the Billikens with 4.4 assists, giving Saint Louis a playmaker who keeps the ball moving when not scoring. Dion Brown is the top rebounder at 5.6 per game, and Trey Green is the second-leading scorer, averaging 12.1 points per contest.
Defensively, Saint Louis averages 7.4 steals per game, led by Kellen Thames at 1.3 steals, while Quentin Jones is the top shot blocker at 0.9 blocks. The Billikens also control the glass (42.1 rebounds per game), creating extra possessions that fuel their scoring runs. Saint Louis does not have any players on its injury report.
Key Stats – Per Game
- Points: 90.8
- Points Allowed: 67.3
- Field Goal %: 52%
- Rebounds: 42.1
- Assists: 19.4
- Steals: 7.4
- Blocks: 3.4
Rhode Island Rams Preview
Rhode Island averages 72.2 points per game on 45% shooting and allows an average of 68.5, often needing timely stops and turnovers to keep pace. Tyler Cochran leads the Rams, averaging 15.1 points per game and is also the leading rebounder at 5.6, while RJ Johnson leads the team in assists at 3.3 per game. Jahmere Tripp is the second-leading scorer, averaging 12.5 points per contest, giving Rhode Island another option when Cochran is pressured.
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The Rams create turnovers, led by Cochran’s 2.9 steals per game, helping Rhode Island generate transition chances despite being out-rebounded (32.7 per game). Keeyan Itejere anchors the rim protection with 1.4 blocks per game, but half-court scoring will be the difference maker against an elite Saint Louis offense. Jahmere Tripp is questionable.
Key Stats – Per Game
- Points: 72.2
- Points Allowed: 68.5
- Field Goal %: 45%
- Rebounds: 32.7
- Assists: 11.4
- Steals: 8.9
- Blocks: 3.7
Saint Louis Billikens vs Rhode Island Rams Prediction
Saint Louis’ pace, passing, and rebounding will create a difficult matchup for a Rhode Island team that struggles to keep pace in scoring. Avila’s ability to score and hand out assists will keep the Billikens offense running high, while the defensive pressure and advantage on the glass will limit Rhode Island’s scoring. Final Score Prediction: Saint Louis Billikens win and cover ATS, 84-68.
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