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Mississippi Downs UNC Wilmington 78-58 - Match Report
The battle between Mississippi and UNC Wilmington didn’t turn out to be much of a battle at all as UNC Wilmington was handed a 78-58 defeat on Saturday at The Pavilion at Ole Miss.
Bettors who backed Mississippi were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -18.0 at sportsbooks.
Romello White had 20 points for Mississippi and Devontae Shuler chipped in with 18 points. Devontae Shuler had 6 assists for them, while Luis Rodriguez was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 13 boards.
UNC Wilmington got 16 points from Ty Gadsden in a losing cause and another 15 points from Mike Okauru. Mike Okauru contributed 4 assists for them, while Mike Okauru had 7 rebounds.
Mississippi led at halftime, $HalfScore.
Mississippi won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 35-20.
Mississippi looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Central Arkansas. UNC Wilmington will aim to get back on the winning track at Norfolk State.