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Fort Myers Tip-Off - Northwestern Falls 72-59 Against Pittsburgh - Game Recap
Justin Champagnie scored 21 points leading Pittsburgh to a 72-59 victory over Northwestern at Suncoast Credit Union Arena on Wednesday.
Pittsburgh was the ATS victor, as they covered the -3.0-point spread as a favorite.
Pittsburgh got 15 points from Trey McGowens and another 11 points from Xavier Johnson. Xavier Johnson contributed 8 assists, while Eric Hamilton cleaned the glass with 12 rebounds.
Northwestern got 18 points from Pat Spencer in a losing cause and another 16 points from Boo Buie. Pat Spencer contributed 3 assists for them, while A.J. Turner had 5 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Pittsburgh were victorious, as the score was 25-24 at the break.
The rebound battle favored Pittsburgh as they grabbed 35 boards, while Northwestern only had 28
Pittsburgh looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Rutgers. Northwestern will aim to get back on the winning track at Boston College.