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Florida Atlantic vs Western Kentucky Final: 70-63 - Recap
Florida Atlantic grabbed a 70-63 win over Western Kentucky on Saturday, behind a 14-point effort from Brandon Weatherspoon at Eleanor R. Baldwin Arena.
Florida Atlantic did not, however, defeat Western Kentucky against the spread, which closed at -12.5 at most sportsbooks.
Florida Atlantic got 9 points from Johnell Davis and another 8 points from Alijah Martin. Bryan Greenlee contributed 5 assists, while Alijah Martin cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.
Western Kentucky got 17 points from Jordan Rawls in a losing cause and another 16 points from Dayvion McKnight. Jordan Rawls contributed 3 assists for them, while Jamarion Sharp had 14 rebounds.
Florida Atlantic was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Florida Atlantic won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 42-37.
Next game, Florida Atlantic takes its act on the road to face UAB looking for another win. For Western Kentucky, they head home to face UTSA.