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Davidson vs Rhode Island Final: 77-75 - Recap
Jon Axel Gudmundsson scored 23 points and chipped in with 12 rebounds for Davidson on Saturday, leading them to a 77-75 victory over Rhode Island at Belk Arena.
Bettors who backed Davidson were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -2.5.
Davidson got 21 points from Kellan Grady and another 8 points from Nelson Boachie-Yiadom. Jon Axel Gudmundsson contributed 4 assists, while Jon Axel Gudmundsson cleaned the glass with 12 rebounds.
Rhode Island got a 21-point performance from Jeff Dowtin, who was supported by 17 points from Tyrese Martin. Fatts Russell had 5 assists in a losing cause for Rhode Island, while Cyril Langevine grabbed 11 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Davidson were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
The rebound battle favored Davidson as they grabbed 43 boards, while Rhode Island only had 32
Davidson heads into a battle against La Salle. Rhode Island, meanwhile, will have their next action against Fordham.