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Rice Falls 67-64 Against Florida International - Game Recap
Florida International earned a 67-64 victory over Rice on Saturday, getting 15 points from Josh Stamps at FIU Arena.
Bettors who backed Florida International were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -7.0.
Florida International got 14 points from Eric Lockett and another 13 points from Brian Beard Jr.. Brian Beard Jr. contributed 7 assists, while Eric Lockett cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
Rice got 20 points from Malik Osborne in a losing cause and another 17 points from Najja Hunter. Connor Cashaw contributed 4 assists for them, while Connor Cashaw had 9 rebounds.
Florida International trailed at halftime, 28-26.
The rebound battle favored Florida International as they grabbed 35 boards, while Rice only had 34
Florida International heads into a battle against Charlotte. Rice, meanwhile, will have their next action against UTEP.