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Pittsburgh Falls 56-52 Against Monmouth - Game Recap
George Papas scored 17 points leading Monmouth to a 56-52 victory over Pittsburgh at Petersen Events Center on Sunday.
Bettors who backed Monmouth were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -1.0 at sportsbooks.
Shavar Reynolds Jr. had 14 points for Monmouth and Marcus McClary chipped in with 10 points. George Papas had 5 assists for them, while Myles Foster was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 6 boards.
Pittsburgh got a 15-point performance from Jamarius Burton, who was supported by 14 points from Femi Odukale. Femi Odukale had 2 assists in a losing cause for Pittsburgh, while John Hugley grabbed 13 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Monmouth were victorious, as the score was 36-20 at the break.
Pittsburgh had a 34-30 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Monmouth heads into a battle against Yale. Pittsburgh, meanwhile, will have their next action against St. John's.