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Louisiana-Lafayette Falls 99-95 Against Louisiana-Monroe - Game Recap
Louisiana-Monroe got 27 points from Daishon Smith en route to a 99-95 victory over Louisiana-Lafayette on Saturday at Fant-Ewing Coliseum.
Louisiana-Monroe won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -2.5-point spread as favorites.
Louisiana-Monroe got 23 points from Michael Ertel and another 15 points from JD Williams. Daishon Smith contributed 8 assists, while JD Williams cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
Louisiana-Lafayette got a 31-point performance from Jakeenan Gant, who was supported by 24 points from P.J. Hardy. Marcus Stroman had 12 assists in a losing cause for Louisiana-Lafayette, while Jakeenan Gant grabbed 10 rebounds.
Louisiana-Monroe was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Louisiana-Monroe had a 34-32 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Louisiana-Monroe looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Troy. Louisiana-Lafayette will aim to get back on the winning track vs. South Alabama.