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Connecticut Downs St. John's 86-78 - Match Report
Connecticut got a 26-point performance from Adama Sanogo, who added 18 rebounds as Connecticut ran past St. John's 86-78 on Wednesday at Harry A. Gampel Pavilion.
Connecticut did not, however, defeat St. John's against the spread, which closed at -10.5 at most sportsbooks.
Connecticut got 19 points from R.J. Cole and another 11 points from Tyrese Martin. R.J. Cole contributed 8 assists, while Adama Sanogo cleaned the glass with 18 rebounds.
St. John's got a 27-point performance from Julian Champagnie, who was supported by 13 points from Aaron Wheeler. Posh Alexander had 5 assists in a losing cause for St. John's, while Posh Alexander grabbed 10 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Connecticut were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
St. John's had a 42-39 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Connecticut heads into a battle against Providence. St. John's, meanwhile, will have their next action against Georgetown University.