SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (Interstat) — Tyshawn Archie scored 18 points as McNeese State held off Rhode Island 66-64 in a nonconference men’s basketball game Tuesday night at Ryan Center.

The Cowboys, who improved to 8-2, forced 21 turnovers and recorded 15 steals to overcome a cold shooting night. Both teams shot under 40% from the field and were tied 37-37 at halftime. Jahmere Tripp led the Rams (7-4) with 16 points. Rhode Island shot 23 of 27 from the free-throw line but was outscored 15-5 in second-chance points. Attendance was 3,419.