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Connecticut Defeats Georgetown University 68-62 - Recap

Tristen Newton scored 15 points leading Connecticut to a 68-62 victory over Georgetown University at Capital One Arena on Saturday.

Connecticut did not, however, defeat Georgetown University against the spread, which closed at -13.5 at most sportsbooks.

Connecticut got 15 points from Adama Sanogo and another 11 points from Alex Karaban. Andre Jackson Jr. contributed 7 assists, while Andre Jackson Jr. cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.

Georgetown University got a 21-point performance from Brandon Murray, who was supported by 13 points from Jay Heath. Primo Spears had 5 assists in a losing cause for Georgetown University, while Qudus Wahab grabbed 6 rebounds.

Connecticut trailed at halftime, $HalfScore.

Connecticut won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 36-26.

Connecticut looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Marquette. Georgetown University will aim to get back on the winning track at Providence.