ncaab Game Recap
Recap - Louisiana-Monroe Defeats Arkansas State 62-55
Louisiana-Monroe grabbed a 62-55 win over Arkansas State on Saturday, behind a 13-point effort from Koreem Ozier at Fant-Ewing Coliseum.
Louisiana-Monroe was a -2.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Russell Harrison had 13 points for Louisiana-Monroe and Josh Nicholas chipped in with 11 points. Russell Harrison had 4 assists for them, while Koreem Ozier was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
Arkansas State got a 16-point performance from Caleb Fields, who was supported by 10 points from Antwon Jackson. Caleb Fields had 2 assists in a losing cause for Arkansas State, while Norchad Omier grabbed 11 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Louisiana-Monroe were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
Arkansas State had a 36-23 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Louisiana-Monroe looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Texas-Arlington. Arkansas State will aim to get back on the winning track at Texas State.