Providence at Rhode Island

This is a huge in-state rivalry as the Providence Friars take on their neighbors, Rhode Island. Providence is clearly the superior program, but the Rams have started at a respectable 6-3, so that will keep Providence focused here. Bryce Cotton has been doing it all for the Friars, averaging over 19 points per game and dishing 6 assists. The Friars have also been making things count at the free throw line. The biggest problem the Rams will face here is turnovers. The Rams' top three assist leaders have 61 combined, but have also committed 57 turnovers, which will be the difference maker here. The Rams have hit a brick wall after an ATS win, and are at 16-36-1 ATS in their last 53, while the Friars have been on cruise control vs. the A-10, at 5-0-1 ATS in their last six . Lay the points and go with Providence.