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Iona Downs Manhattan 84-76 - Match Report
Iona got 21 points from Walter Clayton Jr. en route to a 84-76 victory over Manhattan on Friday at Draddy Gymnasium.
Bettors who backed Iona were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -14.0.
Iona got 18 points from Berrick JeanLouis and another 15 points from Nelly Junior Joseph. Daniss Jenkins contributed 6 assists, while Nelly Junior Joseph cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.
Manhattan got a 18-point performance from Samir Stewart, who was supported by 12 points from Nick Brennen. Ant Nelson had 7 assists in a losing cause for Manhattan, while Josh Roberts grabbed 14 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Iona were victorious, as the score was 39-29 at the break.
Iona had a 43-42 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Iona heads into a battle against Siena. Manhattan, meanwhile, will have their next action against Rider.