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Florida International Falls 89-78 to Rice - Recap
Marcus Evans scored 27 points for Rice on Thursday, leading them to a 89-78 victory over Florida International at FIU Arena.
Rice won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -5.0-point spread as favorites.
Rice got 20 points from Egor Koulechov and another 10 points from Chad Lott. Marcus Evans contributed 4 assists, while Austin Meyer cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Florida International got 18 points from Eric Nottage in a losing cause and another 16 points from Donte McGill. Donte McGill contributed 3 assists for them, while Michael Kessens had 6 rebounds.
Rice was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Rice as they grabbed 38 boards, while Florida International only had 33
Rice heads into a battle against Florida Atlantic. Florida International, meanwhile, will have their next action against North Texas.