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Georgetown University Falls 81-75 Against Xavier - Game Recap
Xavier got a 23-point performance from Zach Hankins, who added 10 rebounds as Xavier ran past Georgetown University 81-75 on Wednesday at Cintas Center.
Xavier won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -4.0-point spread as favorites.
Xavier got 19 points from Tyrique Jones and another 13 points from Naji Marshall. Paul Scruggs contributed 4 assists, while Tyrique Jones cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.
Georgetown University got 27 points from Jessie Govan in a losing cause and another 13 points from James Akinjo. James Akinjo contributed 6 assists for them, while Josh LeBlanc had 8 rebounds.
Xavier trailed at halftime, 39-35.
Xavier had a 35-31 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Xavier heads into a battle against Butler. Georgetown University, meanwhile, will have their next action against Providence.