ncaab Game Recap
Recap - Auburn Defeats Saint Joseph's 96-91
Auburn grabbed a 96-91 win over Saint Joseph's on Thursday, behind a 18-point effort from Jaylin Williams at Suncoast Credit Union Arena.
Auburn did not, however, defeat Saint Joseph's against the spread, which closed at -7.0 at most sportsbooks.
Auburn got 17 points from Justin Powell and another 13 points from Devan Cambridge. Jaylin Williams contributed 3 assists, while Jaylin Williams cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.
Saint Joseph's got 28 points from Taylor Funk in a losing cause and another 18 points from Ryan Daly. Ryan Daly contributed 7 assists for them, while Ryan Daly had 7 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Auburn were victorious, as the score was 44-37 at the break.
Auburn won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 51-32.
Auburn looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Gonzaga. Saint Joseph's will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Kansas.