ncaab Game Recap
Recap - South Alabama Defeats Northern Illinois 75-66
South Alabama got 23 points from Tyrell Jones as they ran past Northern Illinois 75-66 on Saturday at Mitchell Center.
South Alabama was the ATS victor, as they covered the -6.5-point spread as a favorite.
Julian Margrave had 12 points for South Alabama and Elijah Ormiston chipped in with 10 points. Marcus Millender had 8 assists for them, while Julian Margrave was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 6 boards.
Northern Illinois got 16 points from Xavier Amos in a losing cause and another 15 points from Zarique Nutter. Zarique Nutter contributed 4 assists for them, while Zarique Nutter had 10 rebounds.
South Alabama was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Northern Illinois as they grabbed 32 boards, while South Alabama only had 28
South Alabama looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Texas State. Northern Illinois will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Buffalo.