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Recap - Florida International Defeats Western Kentucky 85-83
Western Kentucky was burned for 27 points by Javaunte Hawkins on Saturday as Florida International picked up a 85-83 win at Ocean Bank Convocation Center.
Florida International was a +3.5-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Florida International got 15 points from Jaidon Lipscomb and another 15 points from Jayden Brewer. Javaunte Hawkins contributed 5 assists, while Jayden Brewer cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
Western Kentucky got a 14-point performance from Babacar Faye, who was supported by 13 points from Brandon Newman. Jack Edelen had 4 assists in a losing cause for Western Kentucky, while Tyrone Marshall Jr. grabbed 10 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Florida International were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
The rebound battle favored Western Kentucky as they grabbed 40 boards, while Florida International only had 34
Florida International looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the UTEP. Western Kentucky will aim to get back on the winning track at Liberty.