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Diamond Head Classic - SMU Defeats Utah State 77-74 - Recap
Zhuric Phelps scored 19 points leading SMU to a 77-74 victory over Utah State at SimpliFI Arena at Stan Sheriff Center on Friday.
Bettors who backed SMU were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +12.0 at sportsbooks.
Samuell Williamson had 15 points for SMU and Zach Nutall chipped in with 13 points. Samuell Williamson had 4 assists for them, while Zhuric Phelps was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
Utah State got a 18-point performance from Sean Bairstow, who was supported by 18 points from Max Shulga. Max Shulga had 4 assists in a losing cause for Utah State, while Trevin Dorius grabbed 9 rebounds.
SMU led at halftime, 40-33.
Utah State had a 37-26 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, SMU takes its act home to face Tulsa looking for another win. For Utah State, they head home to face Fresno State.