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Cayman Islands Classic - South Florida Falls 74-67 Against Nebraska - Game Recap
South Florida was scorched by Haanif Cheatham for 26 points as Nebraska defeated them 74-67 in NCAA action on Wednesday.
Bettors who backed Nebraska were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +2.5 at sportsbooks.
Dachon Burke Jr. had 21 points for Nebraska and Matej Kavas chipped in with 6 points. Cam Mack had 7 assists for them, while Yvan Ouedraogo was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 5 boards.
South Florida got 16 points from David Collins in a losing cause and another 15 points from Laquincy Rideau. Laquincy Rideau contributed 5 assists for them, while Michael Durr had 11 rebounds.
Nebraska trailed at halftime, 35-34.
South Florida won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 38-24.
Nebraska looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Georgia Tech. South Florida will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Furman.