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TCU Downs UC Irvine 59-58 - Match Report
TCU got 20 points from RJ Nembhard en route to a 59-58 victory over UC Irvine on Thursday at Ed & Rae Schollmaier Arena.
TCU did not, however, defeat UC Irvine against the spread, which closed at -11.5 at most sportsbooks.
Desmond Bane had 11 points for TCU and Jaire Grayer chipped in with 8 points. Edric Dennis Jr. had 6 assists for them, while Desmond Bane was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.
UC Irvine got a 14-point performance from Collin Welp, who was supported by 12 points from Eyassu Worku. Eyassu Worku had 5 assists in a losing cause for UC Irvine, while Brad Greene grabbed 12 rebounds.
TCU led at halftime, $HalfScore.
UC Irvine had a 37-23 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
TCU looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Clemson. UC Irvine will aim to get back on the winning track at Detroit.