Robert Morris basketball faces Green Bay in Thursday’s Horizon League opener with the Colonials riding a three-game winning streak. The 6-3 Colonials look to extend their momentum against the 4-5 Phoenix, who are also streaking with three consecutive wins entering conference play.
🔥 Quick Facts
- Robert Morris is 6-3 with a 13-game home winning streak after defeating Stetson 80-62 on December 3
- Green Bay won 95-55 over Haskell Indian Nations on November 29, with Preston Ruedinger recording a career-high 30 points
- The Colonials lead the all-time series 5-3 after taking both matchups last season in a sweep
- Head coach Andy Toole has coached all eight RMU-Green Bay matchups since 2020-21; Green Bay has had four different coaches in that span
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Both programs enter conference play with surprising momentum. Robert Morris won three straight games including the Urban-Bennett Invitational championship on December 3. Meanwhile, Green Bay matched that with consecutive victories, including an impressive 95-55 blowout of Haskell Indian Nations that showcased the Phoenix’s improving defense.
The Horizon League preseason poll had Robert Morris selected to finish fourth in the conference, while Green Bay ranked lower. Both teams have exceeded early expectations heading into league play. Head coach Doug Gottlieb emphasized the challenge, saying his team cannot wait to test their grit against the experienced Colonials.
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Nikolaos Chitikoudis leads Robert Morris with 13.1 points per game while also contributing 7.0 rebounds per contest. Ryan Prather Jr. has been consistent, averaging 12.4 points, 4.1 rebounds, and 3.0 assists per game. DeSean Goode provides interior strength, averaging 11.1 points and team-leading 9.1 rebounds per game.
In the Stetson victory, four different Colonials scored in double figures, highlighting the depth head coach Andy Toole has built in his 16th season. Ryan Prather Jr. led that game with 17 points while making 5-of-8 three-pointers. The Colonials shot well from distance and controlled the game for 38 minutes in that tune-up for league play.
| Category | Robert Morris | Green Bay |
| Record | 6-3 | 4-5 |
| Current Streak | Won 3 | Won 3 |
| Points Per Game | 76.0 | 74.4 allowed |
| Home Record | 5-0 | 2-0 |
| Away Record | 1-3 | TBA |
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Preston Ruedinger emerged as a star performer with his career-high 30-point outing against Haskell. The redshirt-senior guard has started all nine games for the Phoenix and plays significant minutes at 33.2 per game. C.J. O’Hara, now in his second season, is averaging 12.6 points and 4.5 rebounds per game, establishing himself as a key contributor.
Marcus Hall, the team’s highest-returning scorer, is averaging 16.0 points and 5.7 rebounds through six games. However, Hall suffered a lower-body injury at Paradise Jam and is currently day-to-day heading into Thursday’s matchup. His status could significantly impact Green Bay’s ability to compete with the talented Colonials.
“The Horizon League is well coached and extremely physical. It is a great test for our group to go against the reigning Coach of the Year and League Champions. Robert Morris is physical, tough, and well-coached. We can’t wait to test our grit against ’em.”
— Doug Gottlieb, Green Bay Head Coach
Historical Advantage Favors Robert Morris in Horizon League Battle
Robert Morris has dominated the all-time series with a 5-3 record against Green Bay since the Colonials joined the Horizon League before the 2020-21 season. Most impressively, RMU swept Green Bay in both the 2022-23 and 2024-25 seasons, showing consistent execution under head coach Andy Toole.
In their most recent matchup on February 21, 2025, Robert Morris defeated Green Bay 94-85 at the UPMC Events Center. Kam Woods was nearly flawless, finishing one assist shy of a triple-double and providing the steady leadership the Colonials need on the road. Meanwhile, Green Bay has cycled through four different head coaches during the series matchups, contributing to the disparity in results.
Can Robert Morris Basketball Maintain Winning Momentum in Conference Play?
The Colonials face a critical test in opening Horizon League play. While Green Bay enters with three consecutive wins, Robert Morris has proven it can execute in multiple situations. The Horizon League preseason coaches poll ranked RMU fourth, a reflection of their tournament championship last season and consistent performance under long-tenured coach Andy Toole.
Robert Morris basketball must protect its home-court advantage on the road and prove it belongs among conference contenders. The Colonials’ balanced scoring attack and defensive intensity will be tested against a Green Bay team desperate to establish home-court dominance at the Kress Center. Tip-off Thursday at 7 p.m. ET on ESPN+ will reveal which team has the depth to compete for a Horizon League title.
Sources
- Robert Morris University Athletics – Official preview and roster statistics
- Green Bay Phoenix Athletics – Official team information and player profiles
- Horizon League – Conference standings and preseason poll rankings
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