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Hall of Fame Tipoff Classic - Columbia Lions vs Central Connecticut State Blue Devils Recap - Columbia Wins 82-52
The battle between Columbia and Central Connecticut State didnt turn out to be much of a battle at all as Central Connecticut State was handed a 82-52 defeat on Sunday at Mohegan Sun Arena.
Columbia was a favorite by -15.5 points and came through with an ATS victory for bettors.
Mike Smith had 20 points for Columbia and Jake Killingsworth chipped in with 17 points. Luke Bolster had 4 assists for them, while Randy Brumant was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.
Central Connecticut State got a 14-point performance from Jamir Reed, who was supported by 12 points from Xavier Wilson. Zach Newkirk had 4 assists in a losing cause for Central Connecticut State, while Greg Outlaw grabbed 7 rebounds.
Columbia led at halftime, 48-27.
Columbia had a 41-21 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Columbia heads into a battle against Lehigh. Central Connecticut State, meanwhile, will have their next action against UMass-Lowell.