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California Falls 76-75 Against Utah - Game Recap
Timmy Allen scored 18 points leading Utah to a 76-75 victory over California at Haas Pavilion on Thursday.
Utah did not, however, defeat California against the spread, which closed at -4.5 at most sportsbooks.
Ian Martinez had 16 points for Utah and Branden Carlson chipped in with 13 points. Pelle Larsson had 3 assists for them, while Ian Martinez was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 5 boards.
California got 20 points from Matt Bradley in a losing cause and another 18 points from Grant Anticevich. Jarred Hyder contributed 2 assists for them, while Grant Anticevich had 8 rebounds.
Utah was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
California had a 27-19 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Utah heads into a battle against Stanford. California, meanwhile, will have their next action against Colorado.