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Providence Downs Butler 85-75 - Match Report
Devin Carter scored 24 points leading Providence to a 85-75 victory over Butler at Amica Mutual Pavilion on Saturday.
Bettors who backed Providence were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -6.0 at sportsbooks.
Josh Oduro had 19 points for Providence and Ticket Gaines chipped in with 17 points. Jayden Pierre had 6 assists for them, while Josh Oduro was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 14 boards.
Butler got 22 points from DJ Davis in a losing cause and another 20 points from Pierre Brooks II. DJ Davis contributed 2 assists for them, while Posh Alexander had 10 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Providence were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
Providence won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 47-41.
Providence heads into a battle against Seton Hall. Butler, meanwhile, will have their next action against St. John's.