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Sam Houston State Downs Liberty 83-73 - Match Report
Sam Houston State grabbed a 83-73 win over Liberty on Saturday, behind a 16-point effort from Davon Barnes at Bernard G. Johnson Coliseum.
Sam Houston State was a +4.0-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Lamar Wilkerson had 14 points for Sam Houston State and Damon Nicholas Jr. chipped in with 12 points. Jaden Ray had 4 assists for them, while Damon Nicholas Jr. was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 6 boards.
Liberty got 19 points from Kaden Metheny in a losing cause and another 17 points from Brody Peebles. Kaden Metheny contributed 4 assists for them, while Zach Cleveland had 7 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Sam Houston State were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
Sam Houston State won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 29-27.
Sam Houston State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the New Mexico State. Liberty will aim to get back on the winning track at Florida International.