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Washington Defeats California 65-56 - Recap
California was victimized for 24 points and 11 rebounds by Keion Brooks Jr. as Washington defeated them 65-56 in NCAA action on Thursday.
Bettors who backed Washington were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -8.0 at sportsbooks.
Keyon Menifield had 16 points for Washington and Koren Johnson chipped in with 10 points. Keyon Menifield had 5 assists for them, while Keion Brooks Jr. was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
California got 13 points from Sam Alajiki in a losing cause and another 12 points from Grant Newell. Kuany Kuany contributed 4 assists for them, while Kuany Kuany had 8 rebounds.
Washington led at halftime, 32-25.
Washington had a 35-33 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Washington takes its act on the road to face Stanford looking for another win. For California, they head home to face Washington State.