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Dixie State Falls 85-78 Against Southern Utah - Game Recap
John Knight III scored 22 points leading Southern Utah to a 85-78 victory over Dixie State at America First Event Center on Thursday.
Southern Utah won the battle on the scoreboard, but not at the payout window as they failed to cover the -8.0-point spread.
Tevian Jones had 17 points for Southern Utah and Aanen Moody chipped in with 15 points. John Knight III had 5 assists for them, while Maizen Fausett was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
Dixie State got a 16-point performance from Cameron Gooden, who was supported by 15 points from Jacob Nicolds. Jacob Nicolds had 2 assists in a losing cause for Dixie State, while Frank Staine grabbed 10 rebounds.
Southern Utah was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Southern Utah as they grabbed 40 boards, while Dixie State only had 29
Southern Utah looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the American Indian College. Dixie State will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Bethesda.