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Providence Falls 75-72 Against Butler - Game Recap
Butler got 20 points from DJ Davis en route to a 75-72 victory over Providence on Saturday at Hinkle Fieldhouse.
Butler earned a straight-up victory but suffered an ATS defeat in failing to cover the -6.0-point spread.
Pierre Brooks II had 12 points for Butler and Jahmyl Telfort chipped in with 11 points. Jahmyl Telfort had 8 assists for them, while Posh Alexander was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
Providence got a 20-point performance from Corey Floyd Jr., who was supported by 18 points from Devin Carter. Jayden Pierre had 5 assists in a losing cause for Providence, while Devin Carter grabbed 5 rebounds.
Butler led at halftime, $HalfScore.
Butler had a 37-25 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Butler heads into a battle against Marquette. Providence, meanwhile, will have their next action against St. John's.