ncaab Game Recap
Recap - Connecticut Defeats Texas 81-71
Connecticut grabbed a 81-71 win over Texas on Monday, behind a 20-point effort from Alex Karaban at Madison Square Garden.
Connecticut was the ATS victor, as they covered the -6.5-point spread as a favorite.
Connecticut got 16 points from Cam Spencer and another 15 points from Samson Johnson. Tristen Newton contributed 8 assists, while Samson Johnson cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Texas got a 21-point performance from Dillon Mitchell, who was supported by 13 points from Tyrese Hunter. Tyrese Hunter had 7 assists in a losing cause for Texas, while Dillon Mitchell grabbed 8 rebounds.
Connecticut was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Connecticut won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 34-25.
Connecticut heads into a battle against Manhattan. Texas, meanwhile, will have their next action against Wyoming.