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Recap - Northern Illinois Defeats Arkansas-Little Rock 98-93
Xavier Amos scored 21 points leading Northern Illinois to a 98-93 victory over Arkansas-Little Rock at GSU Sports Arena on Saturday.
Northern Illinois was a favorite by -3.5 points and came through with an ATS victory for bettors.
David Coit had 20 points for Northern Illinois and Philmon Gebrewhit chipped in with 19 points. Philmon Gebrewhit had 6 assists for them, while David Coit was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
Arkansas-Little Rock got 26 points from DeAntoni Gordon in a losing cause and another 20 points from KK Robinson. KK Robinson contributed 8 assists for them, while DeAntoni Gordon had 6 rebounds.
Northern Illinois led at halftime, 58-41.
Northern Illinois had a 32-27 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Northern Illinois looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the DePaul. Arkansas-Little Rock will aim to get back on the winning track at Georgia State.