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Rutgers vs Nebraska Final: 76-69 - Recap
Rutgers earned a 76-69 victory over Nebraska on Monday, getting 20 points from Montez Mathis at Louis Brown Athletic Center.
Bettors who backed Rutgers were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +8.0 at sportsbooks.
Geo Baker had 16 points for Rutgers and Myles Johnson chipped in with 13 points. Myles Johnson had 4 assists for them, while Myles Johnson was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
Nebraska got a 22-point performance from James Palmer, who was supported by 16 points from Isaac Copeland. Glynn Watson Jr. had 4 assists in a losing cause for Nebraska, while Isaac Copeland grabbed 8 rebounds.
Rutgers was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Rutgers had a 43-31 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Rutgers looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Penn State. Nebraska will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Ohio State.