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UC Irvine Anteaters vs Hawaii Rainbow Warriors Recap - UC Irvine Wins 60-50
Pierre Crockrell II scored 16 points leading UC Irvine to a 60-50 victory over Hawaii at SimpliFI Arena at Stan Sheriff Center on Friday.
Bettors who backed UC Irvine were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -1.5 at sportsbooks.
Carter Welling had 12 points for UC Irvine and Justin Hohn chipped in with 12 points. Pierre Crockrell II had 3 assists for them, while Andre Henry was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
Hawaii got a 17-point performance from Bernardo da Silva, who was supported by 9 points from Juan Munoz. JoVon McClanahan had 3 assists in a losing cause for Hawaii, while Bernardo da Silva grabbed 14 rebounds.
UC Irvine was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Hawaii had a 35-33 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, UC Irvine takes its act home to face UC San Diego looking for another win. For Hawaii, they head home to face UC Riverside.