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Recap - Providence Defeats Connecticut 57-53

Providence got 16 points from A.J. Reeves as they ran past Connecticut 57-53 on Saturday at XL Center.

Providence was a +7.5-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.

Providence got 11 points from Ed Croswell and another 10 points from Nate Watson. Aljami Durham contributed 4 assists, while Nate Watson cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.

Connecticut got 16 points from R.J. Cole in a losing cause and another 15 points from Tyrese Martin. R.J. Cole contributed 8 assists for them, while Andre Jackson had 14 rebounds.

Providence was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

Connecticut won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 39-35.

Providence heads into a battle against Georgetown University. Connecticut, meanwhile, will have their next action against Marquette.