ncaab Game Recap
Cincinnati Falls 84-79 to Xavier - Recap
Cincinnati was scorched by Quincy Olivari for 27 points as Xavier defeated them 84-79 in NCAA action on Saturday.
Xavier was the ATS victor, as they covered the +0.0-point spread as an underdog.
Xavier got 20 points from Dayvion McKnight and another 11 points from Desmond Claude. Desmond Claude contributed 6 assists, while Abou Ousmane cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.
Cincinnati got 19 points from Jizzle James in a losing cause and another 18 points from John Newman III. Simas Lukosius contributed 3 assists for them, while Aziz Bandaogo had 10 rebounds.
Xavier was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Cincinnati had a 38-37 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Xavier looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Winthrop. Cincinnati will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Bryant.