ncaab Game Recap
Recap - Sam Houston State Defeats Lamar 73-56
Sam Houston State grabbed a 73-56 win over Lamar on Thursday, behind a 19-point effort from Savion Flagg at Montagne Center.
Sam Houston State won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -5.0-point spread as favorites.
Jarren Cook had 14 points for Sam Houston State and Jaden Ray chipped in with 11 points. Jaden Ray had 5 assists for them, while Tristan Ikpe was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
Lamar got 22 points from C.J. Roberts in a losing cause and another 10 points from Brock McClure. Brock McClure contributed 2 assists for them, while Brock McClure had 6 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Sam Houston State were victorious, as the score was 35-26 at the break.
Sam Houston State won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 34-29.
Sam Houston State heads into a battle against Stephen F. Austin. Lamar, meanwhile, will have their next action against Chicago State.