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East Tennessee State Defeats Arkansas-Little Rock 84-76 - Recap
East Tennessee State grabbed a 84-76 win over Arkansas-Little Rock on Thursday, behind a 21-point effort from DeAnthony Tipler at Freedom Hall Civic Center.
Bettors who backed East Tennessee State were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -11.0.
East Tennessee State got 19 points from Jordan King and another 11 points from Justice Smith. Jordan King contributed 5 assists, while Jalen Haynes cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Arkansas-Little Rock got a 15-point performance from Jordan Jefferson, who was supported by 14 points from DeAntoni Gordon. Myron Gardner had 7 assists in a losing cause for Arkansas-Little Rock, while Myron Gardner grabbed 8 rebounds.
East Tennessee State was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
East Tennessee State had a 40-32 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
East Tennessee State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Tennessee Tech. Arkansas-Little Rock will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Jackson State.