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Northern Kentucky Falls 76-74 Against Oakland - Game Recap
Xavier Hill-Mais went off for 32 points and added 3 rebounds leading Oakland to a 76-74 win over Northern Kentucky on Thursday at Athletics Center O'Rena.
Oakland was a +4.5-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Jaevin Cumberland had 15 points for Oakland and Braden Norris chipped in with 11 points. Braden Norris had 7 assists for them, while James Beck was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.
Northern Kentucky got a 14-point performance from Jalen Tate, who was supported by 14 points from Tyler Sharpe. Jalen Tate had 6 assists in a losing cause for Northern Kentucky, while Drew McDonald grabbed 9 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Northern Kentucky were victorious, as the score was 42-33 at the break.
Northern Kentucky won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 32-23.
Oakland looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Wright State. Northern Kentucky will aim to get back on the winning track at Detroit.