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Phil Knight Invitational - Connecticut Downs Iowa State 71-53 - Match Report
Connecticut earned a 71-53 victory over Iowa State on Sunday, getting 15 points from Donovan Clingan at Moda Center at the Rose Quarter.
Connecticut won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -5.5-point spread as favorites.
Connecticut got 13 points from Tristen Newton and another 10 points from Alex Karaban. Andre Jackson Jr. contributed 5 assists, while Andre Jackson Jr. cleaned the glass with 13 rebounds.
Iowa State got a 14-point performance from Osun Osunniyi, who was supported by 12 points from Tamin Lipsey. Tamin Lipsey had 3 assists in a losing cause for Iowa State, while Aljaz Kunc grabbed 5 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Connecticut were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
Connecticut had a 45-19 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Connecticut heads into a battle against Oklahoma State. Iowa State, meanwhile, will have their next action against North Dakota.