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Cancun Challenge - Southern Illinois Salukis vs New Mexico State Aggies Recap - Southern Illinois Wins 81-54
New Mexico State was run off the court by Southern Illinois on Wednesday as they blasted them 81-54 at Hard Rock Hotel Riviera Maya.
Bettors who backed Southern Illinois were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -4.0 at sportsbooks.
Xavier Johnson had 18 points for Southern Illinois and Troy D'Amico chipped in with 13 points. Xavier Johnson had 7 assists for them, while Kennard Davis was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 6 boards.
New Mexico State got 18 points from Femi Odukale in a losing cause and another 13 points from Robert Carpenter. Jordan Rawls contributed 5 assists for them, while Femi Odukale had 8 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Southern Illinois were victorious, as the score was 41-20 at the break.
The rebound battle favored New Mexico State as they grabbed 34 boards, while Southern Illinois only had 30
Southern Illinois looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Indiana State. New Mexico State will aim to get back on the winning track at Louisville.