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Louisiana-Monroe vs Arkansas State Final: 85-75 - Recap
Louisiana-Monroe got 24 points from Daishon Smith as they ran past Arkansas State 85-75 on Saturday at Fant-Ewing Coliseum.
Bettors who backed Louisiana-Monroe were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -7.5 at sportsbooks.
Louisiana-Monroe got 19 points from Michael Ertel and another 18 points from Travis Munnings. Michael Ertel contributed 6 assists, while Travis Munnings cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
Arkansas State got a 20-point performance from Ty Cockfield, who was supported by 17 points from Marquis Eaton. Marquis Eaton had 4 assists in a losing cause for Arkansas State, while Tristin Walley grabbed 8 rebounds.
Louisiana-Monroe was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Arkansas State had a 32-28 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Louisiana-Monroe heads into a battle against Georgia Southern. Arkansas State, meanwhile, will have their next action against South Alabama.