ncaab Game Recap
Idaho State Bengals vs BYU Cougars Wrap - BYU Wins 60-56
BYU earned a 60-56 victory over Idaho State on Monday, getting 15 points from Fousseyni Traore at Marriott Center.
BYU won the battle on the scoreboard, but not at the payout window as they failed to cover the -23.5-point spread.
Spencer Johnson had 11 points for BYU and Gideon George chipped in with 10 points. Dallin Hall had 4 assists for them, while Fousseyni Traore was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
Idaho State got 15 points from Brock Mackenzie in a losing cause and another 11 points from Maleek Arington. Brayden Parker contributed 4 assists for them, while Austin Smellie had 6 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed BYU were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
The rebound battle favored BYU as they grabbed 38 boards, while Idaho State only had 29
BYU looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the San Diego State. Idaho State will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Westcliff.