Sebastian Thomas was instrumental in leading Rhode Island to a thrilling victory against Richmond, scoring 23 points and sinking the decisive jump shot with just 22 seconds to go in overtime. The final score was 67-64, a hard-fought win for the Rams on Saturday evening.

In addition to his scoring prowess, Thomas recorded seven rebounds and four steals, contributing significantly to the team’s overall performance as Rhode Island improved to a 13-3 record with a 2-2 standing in the Atlantic 10 Conference. Jaden House supported the effort with 18 points, shooting 7 of 14 from the field, while also managing to hit 3 of 4 free throws despite struggling with his 3-point shooting (1 for 5). Quentin Diboundje added nine points, showcasing an efficient shooting performance where he made 3 of 4 attempts overall, including 2 of 3 from beyond the arc. He also gathered nine rebounds, making a strong presence under the basket.

For the Spiders, Dusan Neskovic emerged as the top scorer with an impressive 28 points, demonstrating his offensive skills throughout the match. Mikkel Tyne contributed with 11 points and showcased his defensive abilities with three steals, while teammate Mike Walz brought in 10 points and eight rebounds, rounding out Richmond’s key players.

Rhode Island struggled initially, only managing to score six points from Thomas in the first half, which ended with them trailing 25-18. However, they turned the tables in the second half, starting with an 8-0 run that not only closed the gap but also shifted the momentum in their favor, giving them a lead of 29-28 with 14:55 left in regulation. House was notable in this half, contributing 13 points to help secure the comeback.

Both teams are set to continue their campaigns on Wednesday, with Rhode Island heading to Loyola Chicago and Richmond taking on Saint Bonaventure.