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Norfolk State Falls 53-49 to Drexel - Recap
Drexel got 10 points from James Butler as they ran past Norfolk State 53-49 on Saturday at Boardwalk Hall.
Drexel did not, however, defeat Norfolk State against the spread, which closed at -5.0 at most sportsbooks.
Drexel got 10 points from Sam Green and another 9 points from Zach Walton. Camren Wynter contributed 6 assists, while James Butler cleaned the glass with 13 rebounds.
Norfolk State got 17 points from Joe Bryant Jr. in a losing cause and another 13 points from Steven Whitley. Steven Whitley contributed 2 assists for them, while Chris Ford had 5 rebounds.
Drexel was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Drexel had a 33-29 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Drexel heads into a battle against College of Charleston. Norfolk State, meanwhile, will have their next action against Stony Brook.