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Diamond Head Classic - Georgia Tech Falls 70-59 Against Houston - Game Recap
Houston got 26 points from Quentin Grimes en route to a 70-59 victory over Georgia Tech on Monday at Stan Sheriff Center.
Bettors who backed Houston were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -8.0 at sportsbooks.
Fabian White Jr. had 15 points for Houston and Caleb Mills chipped in with 12 points. Caleb Mills had 3 assists for them, while Fabian White Jr. was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 12 boards.
Georgia Tech got a 19-point performance from Moses Wright, who was supported by 17 points from Michael Devoe. Jose Alvarado had 4 assists in a losing cause for Georgia Tech, while Moses Wright grabbed 10 rebounds.
Houston led at halftime, 43-33.
The rebound battle favored Houston as they grabbed 41 boards, while Georgia Tech only had 22
Houston heads into a battle against Central Florida. Georgia Tech, meanwhile, will have their next action against Florida State.