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Tarleton State vs Abilene Christian Final: 79-71 - Recap
Abilene Christian was scorched by Jakorie Smith for 25 points as Tarleton State defeated them 79-71 in NCAA action on Thursday.
Bettors who backed Tarleton State were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -4.5 at sportsbooks.
Tarleton State got 15 points from Lue Williams and another 15 points from KiAndre Gaddy. Miles Lewis contributed 4 assists, while Emmanuel Innocenti cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
Abilene Christian got 14 points from Airion Simmons in a losing cause and another 14 points from Ali Abdou Dibba. Kavion McClain contributed 3 assists for them, while Ali Abdou Dibba had 8 rebounds.
Tarleton State was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Tarleton State had a 36-30 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Tarleton State heads into a battle against UTRGV. Abilene Christian, meanwhile, will have their next action against Texas-Arlington.