ncaab Game Recap
Sam Houston State Bearkats vs Nebraska Cornhuskers Wrap - Nebraska Wins 74-65
Nebraska got 29 points from Bryce McGowens en route to a 74-65 victory over Sam Houston State on Friday at Pinnacle Bank Arena.
Nebraska did not, however, defeat Sam Houston State against the spread, which closed at -11.5 at most sportsbooks.
Nebraska got 13 points from Alonzo Verge Jr. and another 11 points from Eduardo Andre. Alonzo Verge Jr. contributed 7 assists, while Trey McGowens cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
Sam Houston State got 31 points from Savion Flagg in a losing cause and another 8 points from Javion May. Jaden Ray contributed 3 assists for them, while Savion Flagg had 11 rebounds.
Nebraska was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Sam Houston State won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 40-39.
Nebraska heads into a battle against Creighton. Sam Houston State, meanwhile, will have their next action against Missouri State.