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Xavier Falls 83-68 Against Providence - Game Recap
Providence grabbed a 83-68 win over Xavier on Wednesday, behind a 20-point effort from Noah Horchler at Alumni Hall.
Providence was the ATS victor, as they covered the +1.0-point spread as an underdog.
Providence got 18 points from David Duke and another 16 points from A.J. Reeves. David Duke contributed 9 assists, while Noah Horchler cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
Xavier got a 24-point performance from Zach Freemantle, who was supported by 22 points from Paul Scruggs. Paul Scruggs had 3 assists in a losing cause for Xavier, while Zach Freemantle grabbed 12 rebounds.
Providence was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Providence won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 33-26.
Providence heads into a battle against St. John's. Xavier, meanwhile, will have their next action against Creighton.