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Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin Cajuns vs Georgia State Panthers Wrap - Georgia State Wins 89-76
D'Marcus Simonds scored 21 points leading Georgia State to a 89-76 victory over Louisiana-Lafayette at GSU Sports Arena on Thursday.
Bettors who backed Georgia State were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -6.5 at sportsbooks.
Jeff Thomas had 17 points for Georgia State and Malik Benlevi chipped in with 15 points. Kane Williams had 6 assists for them, while Malik Benlevi was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.
Louisiana-Lafayette got a 36-point performance from Jakeenan Gant, who was supported by 13 points from Justin Miller. Marcus Stroman had 9 assists in a losing cause for Louisiana-Lafayette, while Justin Miller grabbed 13 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Georgia State were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
The rebound battle favored Louisiana-Lafayette as they grabbed 39 boards, while Georgia State only had 31
Georgia State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Louisiana-Monroe. Louisiana-Lafayette will aim to get back on the winning track at Georgia Southern.