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American Athletic Conference Tournament - Recap - Cincinnati Defeats East Carolina 74-63
David DeJulius scored 22 points leading Cincinnati to a 74-63 victory over East Carolina at Dickies Arena on Thursday.
Bettors who backed Cincinnati were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -5.5 at sportsbooks.
Jeremiah Davenport had 11 points for Cincinnati and Mike Saunders Jr. chipped in with 10 points. John Newman III had 5 assists for them, while John Newman III was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
East Carolina got a 26-point performance from Tristen Newton, who was supported by 16 points from Vance Jackson. Tristen Newton had 6 assists in a losing cause for East Carolina, while Vance Jackson grabbed 10 rebounds.
Cincinnati had a 34-28 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.