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Recap - Nebraska-Omaha Defeats Denver 72-69
Frankie Fidler scored 22 points leading Nebraska-Omaha to a 72-69 victory over Denver at Baxter Arena on Thursday.
Bettors who backed Nebraska-Omaha were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +2.0 at sportsbooks.
Darrius Hughes had 14 points for Nebraska-Omaha and Nick Ferrarini chipped in with 11 points. Kyle Luedtke had 3 assists for them, while Akol Arop was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.
Denver got a 16-point performance from Coban Porter, who was supported by 16 points from KJ Hunt. KJ Hunt had 5 assists in a losing cause for Denver, while Touko Tainamo grabbed 11 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Nebraska-Omaha were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
Nebraska-Omaha had a 43-31 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Nebraska-Omaha looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Western Illinois. Denver will aim to get back on the winning track at St. Thomas (MN).