ncaab Game Recap
Middle Tennessee Falls 63-52 to UAB - Recap
UAB grabbed a 63-52 win over Middle Tennessee on Sunday, behind a 12-point effort from Michael Ertel at Bartow Arena.
Bettors who backed UAB were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -15.0.
Trey Jemison had 12 points for UAB and Tavin Lovan chipped in with 11 points. Michael Ertel had 4 assists for them, while Kassim Nicholson was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 12 boards.
Middle Tennessee got a 14-point performance from Jordan Davis, who was supported by 13 points from Jayce Johnson. Jayce Johnson had 3 assists in a losing cause for Middle Tennessee, while Jayce Johnson grabbed 8 rebounds.
UAB was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored UAB as they grabbed 38 boards, while Middle Tennessee only had 29
Next game, UAB takes its act home to face UTEP looking for another win. For Middle Tennessee, they head home to face Charlotte.