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Big Sky Tournament - Eastern Washington Eagles vs Northern Colorado Bears Recap - Northern Colorado Wins 68-67
Matt Johnson II scored 24 points leading Northern Colorado to a 68-67 victory over Eastern Washington at Idaho Central Arena on Thursday.
Northern Colorado did not, however, defeat Eastern Washington against the spread, which closed at -4.0 at most sportsbooks.
Daylen Kountz had 17 points for Northern Colorado and Dru Kuxhausen chipped in with 14 points. Bodie Hume had 4 assists for them, while Kur Jongkuch was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
Eastern Washington got a 22-point performance from Steele Venters, who was supported by 14 points from Rylan Bergersen. Ellis Magnuson had 3 assists in a losing cause for Eastern Washington, while Linton Acliese III grabbed 11 rebounds.
Northern Colorado was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Eastern Washington had a 38-32 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.