ncaab Game Recap
Recap - Providence Defeats Xavier 99-92
Xavier was scorched by Jared Bynum for 27 points as Providence defeated them 99-92 in NCAA action on Wednesday.
Providence won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -1.5-point spread as favorites.
A.J. Reeves had 16 points for Providence and Al Durham chipped in with 13 points. Al Durham had 6 assists for them, while Noah Horchler was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.
Xavier got 20 points from Adam Kunkel in a losing cause and another 19 points from Paul Scruggs. Colby Jones contributed 3 assists for them, while Colby Jones had 11 rebounds.
Providence was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Xavier won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 39-36.
Providence looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Creighton. Xavier will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Seton Hall.