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Diamond Head Classic - UTEP Falls 67-63 Against Hawaii - Game Recap
Hawaii earned a 67-63 victory over UTEP on Sunday, getting 17 points from Bernardo da Silva at Stan Sheriff Center.
Hawaii won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -3.0-point spread as favorites.
Samuta Avea had 16 points for Hawaii and Zigmars Raimo chipped in with 9 points. Drew Buggs had 8 assists for them, while Samuta Avea was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
UTEP got a 33-point performance from Bryson Williams, who was supported by 12 points from Daryl Edwards. Souley Boum had 3 assists in a losing cause for UTEP, while Jordan Lathon grabbed 6 rebounds.
Hawaii trailed at halftime, 37-32.
The rebound battle favored Hawaii as they grabbed 32 boards, while UTEP only had 27
Hawaii looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Maine. UTEP will aim to get back on the winning track at Florida International.