ncaab Game Recap
U.S. Virgin Islands Paradise Jam - Fordham Falls 69-64 to Western Kentucky - Recap
Fordham was victimized for 24 points and 12 rebounds by Charles Bassey as Western Kentucky defeated them 69-64 in NCAA action on Monday.
Western Kentucky did not, however, defeat Fordham against the spread, which closed at -9.5 at most sportsbooks.
Camron Justice had 23 points for Western Kentucky and Jared Savage chipped in with 9 points. Taveion Hollingsworth had 4 assists for them, while Charles Bassey was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 12 boards.
Fordham got 17 points from Antwon Portley in a losing cause and another 14 points from Ty Perry. Antwon Portley contributed 7 assists for them, while Chuba Ohams had 8 rebounds.
Western Kentucky was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Western Kentucky had a 33-21 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Western Kentucky heads into a battle against Louisville. Fordham, meanwhile, will have their next action against Maryland-Eastern Shore.