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Recap - Butler Defeats Providence 70-58
Jordan Tucker scored 17 points leading Butler to a 70-58 victory over Providence at Dunkin' Donuts Center on Friday.
Bettors who backed Butler were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -1.0 at sportsbooks.
Kamar Baldwin had 17 points for Butler and Bryce Golden chipped in with 14 points. Aaron Thompson had 3 assists for them, while Bryce Golden was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.
Providence got a 21-point performance from Alpha Diallo, who was supported by 15 points from David Duke. Kalif Young had 2 assists in a losing cause for Providence, while Alpha Diallo grabbed 6 rebounds.
Butler was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Butler had a 42-25 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Butler takes its act home to face Seton Hall looking for another win. For Providence, they head home to face St. John's.