ncaab Game Recap
Northern Iowa Falls 64-58 Against Drake - Game Recap
Bennett Stirtz scored 26 points and chipped in with 10 rebounds for Drake on Sunday, leading them to a 64-58 victory over Northern Iowa at McLeod Center.
Bettors who backed Drake were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +1.0 at sportsbooks.
Tavion Banks had 17 points for Drake and Mitch Mascari chipped in with 7 points. Daniel Abreu had 2 assists for them, while Cam Manyawu was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
Northern Iowa got 21 points from Tytan Anderson in a losing cause and another 14 points from Jacob Hutson. Trey Campbell contributed 3 assists for them, while Jacob Hutson had 9 rebounds.
Drake was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Drake had a 45-28 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Drake looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Evansville. Northern Iowa will aim to get back on the winning track vs. UIC.