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Battle 4 Atlantis - North Carolina Falls 83-81 Against Villanova - Game Recap
North Carolina was victimized for 34 points and 10 rebounds by Eric Dixon as Villanova defeated them 83-81 in NCAA action on Thursday.
Bettors who backed Villanova were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +2.0 at sportsbooks.
Justin Moore had 16 points for Villanova and Mark Armstrong chipped in with 10 points. Justin Moore had 2 assists for them, while Eric Dixon was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.
North Carolina got a 23-point performance from RJ Davis, who was supported by 20 points from Harrison Ingram. Elliot Cadeau had 5 assists in a losing cause for North Carolina, while Armando Bacot grabbed 18 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed North Carolina were victorious, as the score was 34-33 at the break.
North Carolina had a 37-32 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Villanova looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Saint Joseph's. North Carolina will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Tennessee.