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Akron Zips vs Louisville Cardinals Wrap - Louisville Wins 82-76
Jordan Nwora scored 18 points leading Louisville to a 82-76 victory over Akron at KFC Yum! Center on Sunday.
Louisville did not, however, defeat Akron against the spread, which closed at -18.0 at most sportsbooks.
Steven Enoch had 17 points for Louisville and Ryan McMahon chipped in with 10 points. Darius Perry had 3 assists for them, while Dwayne Sutton was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 14 boards.
Akron got a 20-point performance from Tyler Cheese, who was supported by 20 points from Loren Cristian Jackson. Loren Cristian Jackson had 6 assists in a losing cause for Akron, while Xeyrius Williams grabbed 9 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Louisville were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
Louisville won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 46-33.
Louisville looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Western Kentucky. Akron will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Merrimack.