ncaab Game Recap
Recap - Auburn Defeats Furman 81-78
Auburn earned a 81-78 victory over Furman on Thursday, getting 18 points from Isaac Okoro at Auburn Arena.
Auburn earned a straight-up victory but suffered an ATS defeat in failing to cover the -12.0-point spread.
Austin Wiley had 13 points for Auburn and Samir Doughty chipped in with 13 points. J'Von McCormick had 4 assists for them, while Austin Wiley was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 12 boards.
Furman got a 21-point performance from Noah Gurley, who was supported by 14 points from Clay Mounce. Alex Hunter had 5 assists in a losing cause for Furman, while Noah Gurley grabbed 8 rebounds.
Auburn was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Auburn had a 39-24 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Auburn looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Saint Louis. Furman will aim to get back on the winning track vs. USC Upstate.