Avila's 22 help Saint Louis knock off Rhode Island 81-66

ST. LOUIS (AP) — Robbie Avila scored 22 points as Saint Louis beat Rhode Island 81-66 on Saturday.

Avila added six rebounds for the Billikens (15-12, 8-6 Atlantic 10 Conference). Gibson Jimerson scored 21 points while going 7 of 18 (5 for 14 from 3-point range) and added 11 rebounds. Amari McCottry had 13 points and shot 4 for 6 (2 for 3 from 3-point range) and 3 of 3 from the free-throw line.

Jamarques Lawrence led the way for the Rams (17-9, 6-8) with 19 points. David Green added 16 points for Rhode Island. Sebastian Thomas also recorded eight points, nine assists and two steals.

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Saint Louis next plays Tuesday against Davidson on the road, and Rhode Island will host Dayton on Wednesday.

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