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Recap - Northern Iowa Defeats Evansville 73-58
Northern Iowa grabbed a 73-58 win over Evansville on Sunday, behind a 21-point effort from AJ Green at Ford Center.
Bettors who backed Northern Iowa were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +2.0 at sportsbooks.
Northern Iowa got 14 points from Spencer Haldeman and another 14 points from Trae Berhow. Isaiah Brown contributed 5 assists, while Trae Berhow cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.
Evansville got a 14-point performance from Shea Feehan, who was supported by 12 points from K.J. Riley. Shamar Givance had 4 assists in a losing cause for Evansville, while K.J. Riley grabbed 6 rebounds.
Northern Iowa led at halftime, 36-23.
Northern Iowa had a 35-25 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Northern Iowa heads into a battle against Missouri State. Evansville, meanwhile, will have their next action against Loyola-Chicago.