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Xavier vs Butler Final: 85-71 - Recap
Xavier got a 26-point performance from Desmond Claude as they ran past Butler 85-71 on Tuesday at Cintas Center.
Xavier was the ATS victor, as they covered the -5.5-point spread as a favorite.
Dayvion McKnight had 20 points for Xavier and Quincy Olivari chipped in with 15 points. Quincy Olivari had 5 assists for them, while Abou Ousmane was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
Butler got a 22-point performance from Pierre Brooks II, who was supported by 21 points from Posh Alexander. Posh Alexander had 5 assists in a losing cause for Butler, while Jalen Thomas grabbed 10 rebounds.
Xavier was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Xavier won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 42-31.
Xavier looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Georgetown University. Butler will aim to get back on the winning track vs. DePaul.