ncaab Game Recap
Recap - Hofstra Defeats Drexel 71-68
Drexel was burned for 26 points by Aaron Estrada on Monday as Hofstra picked up a 71-68 win at Mack Sports Complex.
Hofstra did not, however, defeat Drexel against the spread, which closed at -8.0 at most sportsbooks.
Jalen Ray had 18 points for Hofstra and Darlinstone Dubar chipped in with 15 points. Aaron Estrada had 8 assists for them, while Abayomi Iyiola was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.
Drexel got a 30-point performance from Xavier Bell, who was supported by 13 points from Camren Wynter. Xavier Bell had 5 assists in a losing cause for Drexel, while Amari Williams grabbed 9 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Hofstra were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
Drexel had a 33-28 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Hofstra takes its act on the road to face Northeastern looking for another win. For Drexel, they head home to face Elon.