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Denver Falls 80-76 Against Nebraska-Omaha - Game Recap
Nebraska-Omaha earned a 80-76 victory over Denver on Saturday, getting 17 points from Ayo Akinwole at Hamilton Gymnasium.
Bettors who backed Nebraska-Omaha were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +1.5 at sportsbooks.
Nick Ferrarini had 13 points for Nebraska-Omaha and Kyle Luedtke chipped in with 12 points. Ayo Akinwole had 6 assists for them, while La'Mel Robinson was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.
Denver got a 22-point performance from Jase Townsend, who was supported by 14 points from Kobey Lam. Roscoe Eastmond had 4 assists in a losing cause for Denver, while Robert Jones grabbed 10 rebounds.
Nebraska-Omaha led at halftime, 30-25.
The rebound battle favored Nebraska-Omaha as they grabbed 35 boards, while Denver only had 32