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March Madness - Pittsburgh Falls 84-73 to Xavier - Recap

Jack Nunge scored 18 points leading Xavier to a 84-73 victory over Pittsburgh at Greensboro Coliseum on Sunday.

Xavier was the ATS victor, as they covered the -5.0-point spread as a favorite.

Adam Kunkel had 15 points for Xavier and Souley Boum chipped in with 14 points. Colby Jones had 7 assists for them, while Colby Jones was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 14 boards.

Pittsburgh got a 18-point performance from Blake Hinson, who was supported by 16 points from Jamarius Burton. Nelly Cummings had 5 assists in a losing cause for Pittsburgh, while Nike Sibande grabbed 9 rebounds.

Xavier led at halftime, $HalfScore.

Pittsburgh had a 39-36 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.