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American Athletic Conference Tournament - Recap - Houston Defeats Cincinnati 69-56
Houston grabbed a 69-56 win over Cincinnati on Friday, behind a 18-point effort from Fabian White Jr. at Dickies Arena.
Bettors who backed Houston were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -12.5 at sportsbooks.
Jamal Shead had 15 points for Houston and Kyler Edwards chipped in with 12 points. Jamal Shead had 7 assists for them, while Fabian White Jr. was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
Cincinnati got a 13-point performance from John Newman III, who was supported by 13 points from Jeremiah Davenport. John Newman III had 4 assists in a losing cause for Cincinnati, while Ody Oguama grabbed 5 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Cincinnati were victorious, as the score was 32-28 at the break.
Houston had a 34-28 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.