ncaab Game Recap
Portland Defeats South Dakota 85-82 - Recap
South Dakota was victimized for 22 points and 0 assists by Gabe Taylor as Portland defeated them 85-82 in NCAA action on Friday.
Bettors who backed Portland were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -3.5.
Portland got 22 points from Gabe Taylor and another 21 points from Jazz Johnson. Alec Wintering contributed 8 assists, while Gabe Taylor cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.
South Dakota got 15 points from Matt Mooney in a losing cause and another 14 points from Tyler Flack. Brandon Armstrong contributed 3 assists for them, while Tyler Flack had 10 rebounds.
Portland was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Portland had a 37-34 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Portland heads into a battle against Oregon State. South Dakota, meanwhile, will have their next action against Montana State.