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Wichita State Downs Tarleton State 83-71 - Match Report
Wichita State got 27 points from Gus Okafor en route to a 83-71 victory over Tarleton State on Saturday at Charles Koch Arena.
Wichita State was the ATS victor, as they covered the -5.5-point spread as a favorite.
Kenny Pohto had 13 points for Wichita State and Craig Porter Jr. chipped in with 11 points. Craig Porter Jr. had 4 assists for them, while Kenny Pohto was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.
Tarleton State got a 19-point performance from Jakorie Smith, who was supported by 14 points from Lue Williams. Freddy Hicks had 5 assists in a losing cause for Tarleton State, while Freddy Hicks grabbed 8 rebounds.
Wichita State was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Wichita State won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 38-28.
Wichita State heads into a battle against Missouri. Tarleton State, meanwhile, will have their next action against Weber State.