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East Tennessee State Buccaneers vs The Citadel Bulldogs Recap - East Tennessee State Wins 115-71
The battle between East Tennessee State and The Citadel didnt turn out to be much of a battle at all as The Citadel was handed a 115-71 defeat on Thursday at McAlister Field House.
East Tennessee State was the ATS victor, as they covered the -14.5-point spread as a favorite.
T.J. Cromer had 19 points for East Tennessee State and Devontavius Payne chipped in with 19 points. Jason Williams had 5 assists for them, while David Burrell was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
The Citadel got a 15-point performance from Brian White, who was supported by 13 points from Quayson Williams. Warren Sledge had 3 assists in a losing cause for The Citadel, while Brian White grabbed 9 rebounds.
East Tennessee State led at halftime, 56-39.
East Tennessee State had a 50-38 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, East Tennessee State takes its act on the road to face Mercer looking for another win. For The Citadel, they head home to face VMI.