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Xavier Falls 72-61 Against Connecticut - Game Recap

Connecticut got 16 points from Tyler Polley en route to a 72-61 victory over Xavier on Saturday at Harry A. Gampel Pavilion.

Connecticut was the ATS victor, as they covered the -6.5-point spread as a favorite.

Connecticut got 16 points from R.J. Cole and another 15 points from Adama Sanogo. Tyrese Martin contributed 3 assists, while Tyrese Martin cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.

Xavier got a 15-point performance from Adam Kunkel, who was supported by 11 points from Jack Nunge. Adam Kunkel had 2 assists in a losing cause for Xavier, while Zach Freemantle grabbed 10 rebounds.

Connecticut was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

Connecticut won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 39-25.

Next game, Connecticut takes its act home to face Villanova looking for another win. For Xavier, they head on the road to face Providence.