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UTEP vs Florida International Final: 79-68 - Recap
Souley Boum poured in 32 points for UTEP on Saturday, as they defeated Florida International 79-68 at Don Haskins Center.
Bettors who backed UTEP were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -7.0 at sportsbooks.
UTEP got 14 points from Tydus Verhoeven and another 13 points from Jamal Bieniemy. Jamal Bieniemy contributed 6 assists, while Tydus Verhoeven cleaned the glass with 13 rebounds.
Florida International got 19 points from Eric Lovett in a losing cause and another 11 points from Tevin Brewer. Tevin Brewer contributed 6 assists for them, while Eric Lovett had 7 rebounds.
UTEP trailed at halftime, 38-37.
Florida International had a 35-33 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
UTEP looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the North Texas. Florida International will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Southern Mississippi.