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Preseason NIT - Florida Downs Pittsburgh 86-71 - Match Report
Tyrese Samuel scored 20 points and added 3 assists for a double-double, leading Florida over Pittsburgh, 86-71, on Wednesday at Barclays Center.
Florida was the ATS victor, as they covered the -5.0-point spread as a favorite.
Tyrese Samuel had 20 points for Florida and Alex Condon chipped in with 11 points. Zyon Pullin had 8 assists for them, while Tyrese Samuel was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.
Pittsburgh got a 19-point performance from Ishmael Leggett, who was supported by 16 points from Blake Hinson. Carlton Carrington had 7 assists in a losing cause for Pittsburgh, while Zack Austin grabbed 9 rebounds.
Florida was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Pittsburgh as they grabbed 42 boards, while Florida only had 35
Next game, Florida takes its act home to face Baylor looking for another win. For Pittsburgh, they head home to face Oregon State.