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Fairfield Stags vs Providence Friars Wrap - Providence Wins 80-73

Providence got 22 points from Nate Watson as they ran past Fairfield 80-73 on Tuesday at Dunkin' Donuts Center.

Providence won the battle on the scoreboard, but not at the payout window as they failed to cover the -15.0-point spread.

Aljami Durham had 18 points for Providence and A.J. Reeves chipped in with 13 points. Jared Bynum had 4 assists for them, while Noah Horchler was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.

Fairfield got 14 points from Zach Crisler in a losing cause and another 13 points from Taj Benning. Caleb Green contributed 3 assists for them, while Taj Benning had 7 rebounds.

Providence was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

The rebound battle favored Fairfield as they grabbed 30 boards, while Providence only had 28

Next game, Providence takes its act home to face Sacred Heart looking for another win. For Fairfield, they head on the road to face Boston College.