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East Tennessee State vs Samford Final: 88-63 - Recap
The battle between East Tennessee State and Samford didnt turn out to be much of a battle at all as Samford was handed a 88-63 defeat on Wednesday at Freedom Hall Civic Center.
East Tennessee State won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -16.0-point spread as favorites.
East Tennessee State got 16 points from Tray Boyd III and another 14 points from Joe Hugley. Bo Hodges contributed 6 assists, while Bo Hodges cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
Samford got a 18-point performance from Josh Sharkey, who was supported by 12 points from Robert Allen. Josh Sharkey had 3 assists in a losing cause for Samford, while Logan Padgett grabbed 8 rebounds.
East Tennessee State was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
East Tennessee State won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 35-34.
East Tennessee State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Western Carolina. Samford will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Mercer.