Rhode Island Rams Men's Basketball Start 2026-27 Season with 2-0 Record

Rhode Island Rams hold 2-0 start in 2026-27 season

The Rhode Island Rams men’s basketball team has secured two consecutive victories to open their 2026-27 campaign.

According to Wikipedia, the team currently holds a 2-0 record following a decisive win at the Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut.

After an early loss to Massachusetts on October 11, the Rams found their rhythm at the Ryan Center in Kingston. They followed a 101-61 victory over Southern New Hampshire with a 103-59 win against Holy Cross on November 3.

The most recent result, a 84-66 win over Monmouth during the Hall of Fame Tip-Off, showcased a balanced offensive effort. In that contest, several players contributed to the scoring, with the high point total tied at 15.

Archie Miller leads a squad with key contributors

Archie Miller leads the squad, supported by an assistant coaching staff including James Whitford, Duane Woodward, Austin Carroll, and Chandler Graves. The roster features a mix of experienced seniors and emerging talent from various collegiate backgrounds.

The team relies on several key players to maintain their early-season momentum. Jonah Hinton, a graduate student from St. Bonaventure has helped the team succeed recently, recording a high of 24 points during the November 3 win over Holy Cross. Matas Deniusas, a sophomore from UT Martin, has also emerged as a dual-threat player, leading the team in both scoring and rebounding during the matchup against Southern New Hampshire.

The following table outlines the primary roster composition for the current season:

Position	Name	Year	Previous School	Height
G/F	Jahmere Tripp	Sr	Fordham	6 ft 6 in
G/F	Jason Fontenet II	Sr	UC Santa Barbara	6 ft 6 in
G	Jaen Chatman	Fr	Blair Academy	6 ft 1 in
G	Jonah Hinton	GS	St. Bonaventure	6 ft 3 in
F	Nedas Raupelis	So	Žalgiris II	6 ft 10 in
F	Matas Deniusas	So	UT Martin	6 ft 9 in

Upcoming schedule and challenges

The Rams face a demanding schedule as they move deeper into the non-conference slate. On November 10, the team is scheduled to host Maine at the Ryan Center, with the game set to be broadcast on ESPN+.

Looking ahead to December, the team will participate in the rivalry games against Brown and Providence. These matchups test the program's depth against local competitors before they face Tulane in New Orleans on December 12.

The conference schedule will intensify in early 2027, featuring road trips to locations such as Philadelphia, Richmond, and St. Louis. The regular season will culminate with a home game against St. Bonaventure on March 6, 2027, leading into the postseason tournament window scheduled for March 10–14 at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn, New York.

The Atlantic 10 Conference preseason honors, announced in October 2026, noted that three Rams earned recognition prior to the start of the season. While VCU was selected as the conference favorite, the Rams’ early performance suggests they are positioning themselves to compete within the upper tier of the Atlantic 10.

The team’s ability to maintain this winning streak will likely depend on the consistency of their sophomore and graduate student contributors during the upcoming road stretches.

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