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Arkansas State Defeats Troy 76-68 - Recap
Marquis Eaton scored 24 points leading Arkansas State to a 76-68 victory over Troy at First National Bank Arena on Saturday.
Arkansas State was the ATS victor, as they covered the -4.0-point spread as a favorite.
Caleb Fields had 17 points for Arkansas State and Melo Eggleston chipped in with 12 points. Marquis Eaton had 5 assists for them, while Melo Eggleston was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.
Troy got a 20-point performance from Darian Adams, who was supported by 11 points from Tahj Small. Ty Gordon had 4 assists in a losing cause for Troy, while Jakevan Leftridge grabbed 7 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Arkansas State were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
Arkansas State had a 37-31 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Arkansas State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Appalachian State. Troy will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Georgia Southern.