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Connecticut Defeats South Florida 78-71 - Recap
Connecticut got 24 points from Christian Vital as they ran past South Florida 78-71 on Sunday at Harry A. Gampel Pavilion.
Connecticut won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -7.5-point spread.
Connecticut got 19 points from James Bouknight and another 10 points from Brendan Adams. Brendan Adams contributed 4 assists, while Christian Vital cleaned the glass with 6 rebounds.
South Florida got a 22-point performance from Justin Brown, who was supported by 18 points from David Collins. Laquincy Rideau had 5 assists in a losing cause for South Florida, while Justin Brown grabbed 6 rebounds.
Connecticut led at halftime, $HalfScore.
South Florida won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 24-23.
Connecticut heads into a battle against Central Florida. South Florida, meanwhile, will have their next action against East Carolina.