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Georgetown University vs Syracuse Final: 79-75 - Recap

Aminu Mohammed scored 23 points and chipped in with 13 rebounds for Georgetown University on Saturday, leading them to a 79-75 victory over Syracuse at Capital One Arena.

Georgetown University was a +3.5-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.

Donald Carey had 18 points for Georgetown University and Kaiden Rice chipped in with 15 points. Dante Harris had 6 assists for them, while Aminu Mohammed was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 13 boards.

Syracuse got a 17-point performance from Buddy Boeheim, who was supported by 15 points from Joseph Girard III. Joseph Girard III had 7 assists in a losing cause for Syracuse, while Jesse Edwards grabbed 8 rebounds.

First-half bettors who backed Syracuse were victorious, as the score was 44-35 at the break.

Georgetown University had a 32-28 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Georgetown University looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Howard. Syracuse will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Lehigh.