ncaab Game Recap
Recap - Marshall Defeats UTEP 71-61
Marshall grabbed a 71-61 win over UTEP on Saturday, behind a 18-point effort from Mikel Beyers at Don Haskins Center.
Marshall was a +1.5-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Marshall got 14 points from Jannson Williams and another 11 points from Taevion Kinsey. Jarrod West contributed 8 assists, while Jannson Williams cleaned the glass with 6 rebounds.
UTEP got 23 points from Bryson Williams in a losing cause and another 14 points from Daryl Edwards. Daryl Edwards contributed 2 assists for them, while Souley Boum had 10 rebounds.
Marshall led at halftime, 36-27.
The rebound battle favored Marshall as they grabbed 39 boards, while UTEP only had 36