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Houston Downs Central Florida 57-42 - Match Report
Houston got 16 points from L.J. Cryer as they ran past Central Florida 57-42 on Saturday at Fertitta Center.
Houston did not, however, defeat Central Florida against the spread, which closed at -17.0 at most sportsbooks.
Ja'Vier Francis had 10 points for Houston and Jamal Shead chipped in with 10 points. Jamal Shead had 5 assists for them, while Jamal Shead was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.
Central Florida got a 10-point performance from Marchelus Avery, who was supported by 8 points from Thierno Sylla. Darius Johnson had 3 assists in a losing cause for Central Florida, while Jaylin Sellers grabbed 9 rebounds.
Houston was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Houston as they grabbed 38 boards, while Central Florida only had 37
Next game, Houston takes its act on the road to face BYU looking for another win. For Central Florida, they head home to face West Virginia.