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Utah State Defeats Fresno State 71-59 - Recap
Utah State grabbed a 71-59 win over Fresno State on Saturday, behind a 24-point effort from Sam Merrill at Save Mart Center.
Utah State was the ATS victor, as they covered the -5.5-point spread as a favorite.
Justin Bean had 15 points for Utah State and Diogo Brito chipped in with 10 points. Sam Merrill had 4 assists for them, while Justin Bean was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
Fresno State got a 13-point performance from Noah Blackwell, who was supported by 11 points from Nate Grimes. New Williams had 5 assists in a losing cause for Fresno State, while Nate Grimes grabbed 10 rebounds.
Utah State was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Utah State won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 40-29.
Utah State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Wyoming. Fresno State will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Air Force.