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Chattanooga Downs UAB 69-66 - Match Report
Chattanooga got 16 points from Malachi Smith en route to a 69-66 victory over UAB on Saturday at Bartow Arena.
Chattanooga was a +10.5-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Trey Doomes had 15 points for Chattanooga and A.J. Caldwell chipped in with 12 points. Jamaal Walker had 5 assists for them, while Malachi Smith was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.
UAB got a 18-point performance from Michael Ertel, who was supported by 14 points from Jalen Benjamin. Trey Jemison had 2 assists in a losing cause for UAB, while Trey Jemison grabbed 12 rebounds.
Chattanooga was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
UAB had a 39-31 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Chattanooga looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Tennessee State. UAB will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Georgia Tech.