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Diamond Head Classic - Portland Pilots vs Boise State Broncos Recap - Boise State Wins 85-69
Derrick Alston Jr. poured in 32 points for Boise State on Monday, as they defeated Portland 85-69 at Stan Sheriff Center.
Bettors who backed Boise State were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -11.0 at sportsbooks.
Boise State got 17 points from Justinian Jessup and another 8 points from Marcus Dickinson. Derrick Alston Jr. contributed 6 assists, while Marcus Dickinson cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
Portland got 19 points from Chase Adams in a losing cause and another 12 points from Takiula Fahrensohn. Takiula Fahrensohn contributed 2 assists for them, while Tahirou Diabate had 7 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Boise State were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
The rebound battle favored Boise State as they grabbed 36 boards, while Portland only had 22
Next game, Boise State takes its act home to face Cal State-Northridge looking for another win. For Portland, they head home to face Gonzaga.