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Iona Gaels vs Niagara Purple Eagles Recap - Iona Wins 72-55
Walter Clayton Jr. went off for 30 points and added 3 rebounds leading Iona to a 72-55 win over Niagara on Sunday at Gallagher Center.
Bettors who backed Iona were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -8.0 at sportsbooks.
Daniss Jenkins had 11 points for Iona and Nelly Junior Joseph chipped in with 10 points. Daniss Jenkins had 4 assists for them, while Nelly Junior Joseph was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.
Niagara got a 24-point performance from Noah Thomasson, who was supported by 8 points from Harlan Obioha. Noah Thomasson had 6 assists in a losing cause for Niagara, while Sam Iorio grabbed 7 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Iona were victorious, as the score was 46-30 at the break.
The rebound battle favored Niagara as they grabbed 34 boards, while Iona only had 23
Next game, Iona takes its act home to face Manhattan looking for another win. For Niagara, they head on the road to face Mount St. Mary's.