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Abilene Christian Downs New Orleans 77-71 - Match Report
Abilene Christian got 19 points from Joe Pleasant as they ran past New Orleans 77-71 on Wednesday at Lakefront Arena.
Payten Ricks had 17 points for Abilene Christian and Clay Gayman chipped in with 15 points. Coryon Mason had 5 assists for them, while Clay Gayman was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 6 boards.
New Orleans got 19 points from Troy Green in a losing cause and another 16 points from Jaylen Key. Troy Green contributed 4 assists for them, while Gerrale Gates had 6 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Abilene Christian were victorious, as the score was 31-30 at the break.
Abilene Christian had a 30-25 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Abilene Christian looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Nicholls State. New Orleans will aim to get back on the winning track at Sam Houston State.