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Houston Downs Wichita State 79-70 - Match Report

Houston got 20 points from Corey Davis Jr. as they ran past Wichita State 79-70 on Saturday at Hofheinz Pavilion.

Houston did not, however, defeat Wichita State against the spread, which closed at -10.5 at most sportsbooks.

Houston got 14 points from Armoni Brooks and another 13 points from Dejon Jarreau. Galen Robinson Jr. contributed 11 assists, while Breaon Brady cleaned the glass with 5 rebounds.

Wichita State got a 22-point performance from Markis McDuffie, who was supported by 14 points from Samajae Haynes-Jones. Jamarius Burton had 2 assists in a losing cause for Wichita State, while Dexter Dennis grabbed 6 rebounds.

Houston was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

Houston had a 31-29 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Houston heads into a battle against Southern Methodist. Wichita State, meanwhile, will have their next action against Central Florida.