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Conference USA Tournament - Rice Falls 85-76 to Florida International - Recap
Florida International got 21 points from Trejon Jacob as they ran past Rice 85-76 on Wednesday at Ford Center at The Star.
Florida International was a favorite by -2.0 points and came through with an ATS victory for bettors.
Antonio Daye, Jr. had 20 points for Florida International and Osasumwen Osaghae chipped in with 17 points. Antonio Daye, Jr. had 8 assists for them, while Osasumwen Osaghae was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
Rice got a 24-point performance from Drew Peterson, who was supported by 18 points from Trey Murphy III. Robert Martin had 4 assists in a losing cause for Rice, while Robert Martin grabbed 8 rebounds.
Florida International was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Florida International had a 33-31 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.