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UMass Downs VCU 74-52 - Match Report

VCU was run off the court by UMass on Tuesday as they blasted them 74-52 at Mullins Center.

UMass won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -2.0-point spread as favorites.

Josh Cohen had 20 points for UMass and Matt Cross chipped in with 18 points. Rahsool Diggins had 4 assists for them, while Matt Cross was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 12 boards.

VCU got a 13-point performance from Joe Bamisile, who was supported by 10 points from Max Shulga. Sean Bairstow had 6 assists in a losing cause for VCU, while Sean Bairstow grabbed 8 rebounds.

UMass was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

UMass had a 39-31 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Next game, UMass takes its act home to face St. Bonaventure looking for another win. For VCU, they head home to face Saint Joseph's.