ncaab Game Recap
Recap - Northern Illinois Defeats DePaul 89-79
Northern Illinois got a 34-point performance from David Coit as Northern Illinois handed DePaul a 89-79 defeat on Saturday at Wintrust Arena.
Bettors who backed Northern Illinois were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +3.5 at sportsbooks.
Northern Illinois got 19 points from Zarique Nutter and another 12 points from Xavier Amos. Philmon Gebrewhit contributed 4 assists, while Xavier Amos cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
DePaul got a 23-point performance from Da'Sean Nelson, who was supported by 16 points from Elijah Fisher. Chico Carter Jr. had 10 assists in a losing cause for DePaul, while Elijah Fisher grabbed 7 rebounds.
Northern Illinois was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Northern Illinois had a 39-31 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Northern Illinois heads into a battle against Northwestern. DePaul, meanwhile, will have their next action against Iowa State.