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Manhattan Downs Fordham 66-60 - Match Report
Manhattan got 17 points from Elijah Buchanan as they ran past Fordham 66-60 on Friday at Draddy Gymnasium.
Bettors who backed Manhattan were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -4.0 at sportsbooks.
Warren Williams had 14 points for Manhattan and Samir Stewart chipped in with 13 points. Jose Perez had 7 assists for them, while Elijah Buchanan was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.
Fordham got 18 points from Antonio Daye, Jr. in a losing cause and another 17 points from Chuba Ohams. Antonio Daye, Jr. contributed 3 assists for them, while Chuba Ohams had 18 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Fordham were victorious, as the score was 31-28 at the break.
Fordham won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 36-35.
Manhattan looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Old Dominion. Fordham will aim to get back on the winning track vs. St. Thomas (MN).