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UAB Blazers vs East Tennessee State Buccaneers Recap - UAB Wins 65-61
Michael Ertel scored 19 points leading UAB to a 65-61 victory over East Tennessee State at Freedom Hall Civic Center on Saturday.
Bettors who backed UAB were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -3.5 at sportsbooks.
Jalen Benjamin had 16 points for UAB and Rongie Gordon chipped in with 8 points. Tyreek Scott-Grayson had 3 assists for them, while Trey Jemison was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 12 boards.
East Tennessee State got a 18-point performance from Ledarrius Brewer, who was supported by 10 points from Silas Adheke. David Sloan had 4 assists in a losing cause for East Tennessee State, while Silas Adheke grabbed 11 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed East Tennessee State were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
The rebound battle favored East Tennessee State as they grabbed 38 boards, while UAB only had 37
UAB looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Southern. East Tennessee State will aim to get back on the winning track vs. North Carolina A&T.