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Northern Colorado Falls 56-54 to Montana - Recap
Montana got 19 points from Michael Steadman as they ran past Northern Colorado 56-54 on Monday at Dahlberg Arena.
Montana did not, however, defeat Northern Colorado against the spread, which closed at -4.5 at most sportsbooks.
Josh Bannan had 11 points for Montana and Brandon Whitney chipped in with 9 points. Brandon Whitney had 4 assists for them, while Michael Steadman was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.
Northern Colorado got a 17-point performance from Bodie Hume, who was supported by 10 points from Matt Johnson II. Matt Johnson II had 3 assists in a losing cause for Northern Colorado, while Bodie Hume grabbed 11 rebounds.
Montana was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Northern Colorado won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 35-33.
Montana heads into a battle against Northern Arizona. Northern Colorado, meanwhile, will have their next action against Montana State.