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U.S. Virgin Islands Paradise Jam - Wyoming vs Howard Final: 78-71 - Recap
Wyoming got 28 points from Hunter Maldonado en route to a 78-71 victory over Howard on Friday at Virgin Islands Sport & Fitness Center.
Wyoming won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -13.0-point spread.
Ethan Anderson had 11 points for Wyoming and Jake Kyman chipped in with 9 points. Ethan Anderson had 3 assists for them, while Hunter Maldonado was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 4 boards.
Howard got a 17-point performance from Elijah Hawkins, who was supported by 14 points from Steve Settle III. Elijah Hawkins had 6 assists in a losing cause for Howard, while Steve Settle III grabbed 8 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Howard were victorious, as the score was 38-33 at the break.
The rebound battle favored Howard as they grabbed 25 boards, while Wyoming only had 20
Wyoming looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Drake. Howard will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Buffalo.