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Niagara vs Marist Final: 67-62 - Recap
Niagara earned a 67-62 victory over Marist on Friday, getting 16 points from Harlan Obioha at Gallagher Center.
Bettors who backed Niagara were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -2.5 at sportsbooks.
Braxton Bayless had 12 points for Niagara and Ahmad Henderson II chipped in with 10 points. Braxton Bayless had 3 assists for them, while Harlan Obioha was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.
Marist got a 17-point performance from Jaden Daughtry, who was supported by 13 points from Max Allen II. Max Allen II had 2 assists in a losing cause for Marist, while Javon Cooley grabbed 6 rebounds.
Niagara was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Marist won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 29-22.
Niagara heads into a battle against Manhattan. Marist, meanwhile, will have their next action against Canisius.