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Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs Penn State Nittany Lions Recap - Rutgers Wins 64-60

Rutgers grabbed a 64-60 win over Penn State on Saturday, behind a 20-point effort from Geo Baker at Bryce Jordan Center.

Rutgers won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the +6.5-point spread as underdogs.

Montez Mathis had 11 points for Rutgers and Eugene Omoruyi chipped in with 11 points. Geo Baker had 3 assists for them, while Shaq Carter was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.

Penn State got 21 points from Lamar Stevens in a losing cause and another 11 points from Myles Dread. Jamari Wheeler contributed 4 assists for them, while Mike Watkins had 9 rebounds.

Rutgers led at halftime, 30-27.

The rebound battle favored Rutgers as they grabbed 37 boards, while Penn State only had 32

Rutgers looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Indiana. Penn State will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Purdue.