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DePaul Falls 68-67 Against Xavier - Game Recap
Xavier got 23 points from Jack Nunge as they ran past DePaul 68-67 on Wednesday at Wintrust Arena.
Xavier won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -9.0-point spread.
Colby Jones had 13 points for Xavier and Paul Scruggs chipped in with 8 points. Paul Scruggs had 7 assists for them, while Zach Freemantle was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.
DePaul got 26 points from David Jones in a losing cause and another 13 points from Brandon Johnson. Jalen Terry contributed 8 assists for them, while Yor Anei had 10 rebounds.
Xavier trailed at halftime, $HalfScore.
DePaul had a 34-32 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Xavier looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Marquette. DePaul will aim to get back on the winning track at Creighton.