ncaab Game Recap
Xavier Musketeers vs Iowa Hawkeyes Wrap - Iowa Wins 81-62
Iowa grabbed a 81-62 win over Xavier on Friday, behind a 21-point effort from Bennett Stirtz at Carver-Hawkeye Arena.
Iowa was a -15.0-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Iowa got 13 points from Tavion Banks and another 11 points from Kael Combs. Kael Combs contributed 4 assists, while Cam Manyawu cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
Xavier got a 15-point performance from Jovan Milicevic, who was supported by 12 points from Filip Borovicanin. Filip Borovicanin had 3 assists in a losing cause for Xavier, while Filip Borovicanin grabbed 5 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Iowa were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
The rebound battle favored Iowa as they grabbed 40 boards, while Xavier only had 23
Next game, Iowa takes its act home to face Southeast Missouri State looking for another win. For Xavier, they head home to face Old Dominion.