ncaab Game Recap
Columbia Lions vs Providence Friars Wrap - Providence Wins 78-59
Providence grabbed a 78-59 win over Columbia on Monday, behind a 14-point effort from Bryce Hopkins at Amica Mutual Pavilion.
Even though Providence won, nobody won at the betting window as the game was a push (based on the closing point spread of -19.0).
Devin Carter had 13 points for Providence and Rafael Castro chipped in with 13 points. Devin Carter had 4 assists for them, while Bryce Hopkins was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.
Columbia got 15 points from Blair Thompson in a losing cause and another 12 points from Zavian McLean. Avery Brown contributed 3 assists for them, while Geronimo Rubio De La Rosa had 6 rebounds.
Providence was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Providence as they grabbed 38 boards, while Columbia only had 33
Providence heads into a battle against Wisconsin-Milwaukee. Columbia, meanwhile, will have their next action against Albany.