RHODE ISLAND (15-5, 7-1 A-10)
Starters: Harris, Martin, Russell, Dowtin, Langevine
Subs: Walker, Long, Toppin

GEORGE MASON (13-8, 2-6 A-10)
Starters: Johnson, Miller, Greene, Wilson, Calixte
Subs: Oduro, Hartwell II, Mar

How it Happened
Rhode Island won its seventh straight contest with a 78-64 victory at George Mason Tuesday night.

The Rams were in control throughout, leading for more than 38 minutes. Rhode Island systemically built a 10-point lead by halftime, using strong ball movement and defense to create an efficient offense. The Rams were 14-of-27 from the floor, as six players combined for nine assists. Tyrese Martin led the balanced attack with 12 points, while Antwan Walker had eight and Fatts Russell added seven. Rhody also held George Mason to 11-of-29 from the floor, including 1-of-8 from 3-point range.

In the second half, George Mason briefly cut the lead to single digits. A turnaround jumper by Jordan Miller trimmed URI's to 59-51, but Jeff Dowtin responded with a jumper of his own and two free throws to immediately get the advantage back to 12 points.

The Rams maintained a double-digit lead the rest of the way, coasting to their seventh Atlantic 10 win.

Inside the Box Score 

• Rhode Island improved to 4-0 on the road in Atlantic 10 play. Overall, the Rams have won six straight road games in league action, dating back to last season.
• Senior Jeff Dowtin had his fifth 20-point game of the season, scoring 20 points on 8-of-12 shooting. Sixteen of his 20 points came in the second half.
• The Rams are 13-0 in his career when Dowtin scores 20 or more.
• Sophomore Tyrese Martin finished with 18 points, 10 rebounds, two blocks and two steals. It was his third double-double of the year.
• Rhode Island is now 12-2 when Martin scores in double figures.
• Fatts Russell finished with 15 points, six rebounds and five assists, as the three starting guards combined for 53 points.
• Redshirt sophomore Antwan Walker was the fourth Ram in double figures, recording 13 points. He was 7-for-10 at the free throw line.
• It was the third double-digit scoring effort for Walker. Rhody is now 9-2 since he became eligible.
• Senior Cyril Langevine had six points, seven rebounds and four blocked shots.
• Rhode Island held George Mason to 2-for-19 shooting from 3-point range. 

Up Next
Rhode Island is back in the Ryan Center to host VCU on Friday, Jan. 31. The game will be broadcast on ESPN2 with a tip time of 7 p.m.