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Connecticut Falls 56-53 to West Virginia - Recap

West Virginia got 23 points from Taz Sherman en route to a 56-53 victory over Connecticut on Wednesday at WVU Coliseum.

West Virginia was the ATS victor, as they covered the -2.5-point spread as a favorite.

Sean McNeil had 16 points for West Virginia and Gabe Osabuohien chipped in with 6 points. Taz Sherman had 3 assists for them, while Gabe Osabuohien was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.

Connecticut got a 15-point performance from Isaiah Whaley, who was supported by 14 points from R.J. Cole. R.J. Cole had 3 assists in a losing cause for Connecticut, while Akok Akok grabbed 10 rebounds.

West Virginia led at halftime, $HalfScore.

The rebound battle favored Connecticut as they grabbed 35 boards, while West Virginia only had 31

West Virginia heads into a battle against Kent State. Connecticut, meanwhile, will have their next action against St. Bonaventure.