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Duquesne Downs La Salle 71-69 - Match Report
Duquesne earned a 71-69 victory over La Salle on Sunday, getting 18 points from Marcus Weathers at PPG Paints Arena.
Duquesne won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -9.5-point spread.
Lamar Norman Jr. had 12 points for Duquesne and Tavian Dunn-Martin chipped in with 12 points. Sincere Carry had 9 assists for them, while Baylee Steele was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
La Salle got a 16-point performance from David Beatty, who was supported by 10 points from Scott Spencer. Ayinde Hikim had 8 assists in a losing cause for La Salle, while Ed Croswell grabbed 12 rebounds.
Duquesne led at halftime, $HalfScore.
La Salle had a 36-29 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Duquesne looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Saint Louis. La Salle will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Saint Joseph's.