ncaab Game Recap
Hawaii Warriors vs UC Riverside Highlanders Wrap - Hawaii Wins 72-63
Hawaii grabbed a 72-63 win over UC Riverside on Thursday, behind a 15-point effort from Jack Purchase at Student Center.
Hawaii won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the +3.5-point spread as underdogs.
Hawaii got 15 points from Sheriff Drammeh and another 14 points from Brocke Stepteau. Brocke Stepteau contributed 7 assists, while Jack Purchase cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
UC Riverside got 21 points from Dikymbe MArtin in a losing cause and another 15 points from Chance Murray. Malik Thames contributed 4 assists for them, while Secean Johnson had 7 rebounds.
Hawaii led at halftime, 38-19.
The rebound battle favored UC Riverside as they grabbed 25 boards, while Hawaii only had 24
Hawaii looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Cal State-Northridge. UC Riverside will aim to get back on the winning track at Cal Poly.