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Mercer Downs Samford 89-82 - Match Report
Samford was scorched by Ross Cummings for 25 points as Mercer defeated them 89-82 in NCAA action on Monday.
Mercer did not, however, defeat Samford against the spread, which closed at -9.5 at most sportsbooks.
Mercer got 15 points from Leon Ayers III and another 15 points from Neftali Alvarez. Neftali Alvarez contributed 6 assists, while Felipe Haase cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Samford got 18 points from Jaron Rillie in a losing cause and another 17 points from Preston Parks. Jaron Rillie contributed 2 assists for them, while Jalen Dupree had 12 rebounds.
Mercer was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Samford had a 42-33 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.