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Iona Downs Fairfield 70-61 - Match Report
Iona got 18 points from Daniss Jenkins as they ran past Fairfield 70-61 on Sunday at Leo D. Mahoney Arena.
Bettors who backed Iona were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -7.0 at sportsbooks.
Nelly Junior Joseph had 18 points for Iona and Walter Clayton Jr. chipped in with 13 points. Daniss Jenkins had 3 assists for them, while Nelly Junior Joseph was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 16 boards.
Fairfield got a 16-point performance from Supreme Cook, who was supported by 10 points from Allan Jeanne-Rose. Jake Wojcik had 3 assists in a losing cause for Fairfield, while TJ Long grabbed 6 rebounds.
Iona led at halftime, 28-21.
Fairfield had a 34-31 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Iona looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Canisius. Fairfield will aim to get back on the winning track at Rider.