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Manhattan Defeats Canisius 81-74 - Recap
Manhattan got 22 points from Ant Nelson en route to a 81-74 victory over Canisius on Sunday at Koessler Athletic Center.
Bettors who backed Manhattan were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +4.5 at sportsbooks.
Manhattan got 16 points from Samir Stewart and another 16 points from Josh Roberts. Samir Stewart contributed 5 assists, while Josh Roberts cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.
Canisius got a 22-point performance from Jordan Henderson, who was supported by 17 points from Xzavier Long. Tre Dinkins had 6 assists in a losing cause for Canisius, while Xzavier Long grabbed 10 rebounds.
Manhattan led at halftime, 35-32.
Canisius won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 35-27.
Manhattan heads into a battle against Siena. Canisius, meanwhile, will have their next action against Niagara.