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Emerald Coast Classic - Recap - Jackson State Defeats Nebraska-Omaha 75-73
Jackson State got 22 points from Chace Franklin en route to a 75-73 victory over Nebraska-Omaha on Saturday at The Arena at NW Florida St.
Bettors who backed Jackson State were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +5.0 at sportsbooks.
Paris Collins had 21 points for Jackson State and Charles Taylor, Jr. chipped in with 8 points. Julian Daughtry had 3 assists for them, while Charles Taylor, Jr. was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
Nebraska-Omaha got 22 points from Zach Jackson in a losing cause and another 13 points from KJ Robinson. KJ Robinson contributed 5 assists for them, while Daniel Norl had 5 rebounds.
Jackson State trailed at halftime, 35-32.
Jackson State had a 27-26 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Jackson State takes its act on the road to face Louisiana-Monroe looking for another win. For Nebraska-Omaha, they head home to face Drake.