PHILADELPHIA — La Salle achieved a 70-64 win over Rhode Island on Saturday, with Corey McKeithan leading the charge by scoring 20 points.
McKeithan’s performance featured 6 successful shots out of 15 attempts, including 2 out of 6 from beyond the arc, and he was perfect at the free-throw line, making all 6 attempts. The victory improved the Explorers’ record to 11-9 overall and 3-5 in the Atlantic 10 Conference. Deuce Jones contributed significantly with 13 points and 8 rebounds, while Daeshon Shepherd also added 11 points to the team’s tally.
For the Rams, who fell to a record of 14-6, also holding a 3-5 conference record, Jaden House and Sebastian Thomas were standout players, each scoring 16 points. House contributed 7 rebounds, and Thomas facilitated the offense with 4 assists, while Jamarques Lawrence chipped in with 14 points.
Shepherd played a crucial role in the first half, scoring 9 points to help La Salle maintain a slim lead at halftime, 33-31. The Explorers made a pivotal move early in the second half, orchestrating a 7-0 run that allowed them to overcome a three-point deficit, establishing a 41-37 lead with just over 13 minutes remaining in the game. McKeithan ended the match with a strong showing in the second half, scoring 13 of his total points.
This victory reflects the team’s resilience and ability to perform under pressure as they compete in a challenging conference.