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Recap - Louisiana-Lafayette Defeats Southern Mississippi 77-61
Louisiana-Lafayette grabbed a 77-61 win over Southern Mississippi on Friday, behind a 16-point effort from Joe Charles at Cajundome.
Bettors who backed Louisiana-Lafayette were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -8.5 at sportsbooks.
Louisiana-Lafayette got 15 points from Michael Thomas and another 11 points from Kentrell Garnett. Michael Thomas contributed 3 assists, while Joe Charles cleaned the glass with 14 rebounds.
Southern Mississippi got 18 points from Victor Iwuakor in a losing cause and another 16 points from Victor Hart. Mo Arnold contributed 3 assists for them, while Victor Iwuakor had 10 rebounds.
Louisiana-Lafayette was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Louisiana-Lafayette had a 37-34 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.