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Tennessee-Martin Falls 58-53 Against Eastern Illinois - Game Recap
Sammy Friday IV scored 13 points leading Eastern Illinois to a 58-53 victory over Tennessee-Martin at Skyhawk Arena on Thursday.
Bettors who backed Eastern Illinois were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +12.0 at sportsbooks.
Kejuan Clements had 12 points for Eastern Illinois and Kashawn Charles chipped in with 9 points. Kejuan Clements had 4 assists for them, while Paul Bizimana was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 6 boards.
Tennessee-Martin got a 18-point performance from Bernie Andre, who was supported by 16 points from KK Curry. Koby Jeffries had 5 assists in a losing cause for Tennessee-Martin, while Bernie Andre grabbed 12 rebounds.
Eastern Illinois led at halftime, 30-24.
Tennessee-Martin had a 32-24 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Eastern Illinois heads into a battle against Tennessee State. Tennessee-Martin, meanwhile, will have their next action against Belmont.