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March Madness - Recap - Connecticut Defeats Alabama 86-72
Connecticut earned a 86-72 victory over Alabama on Saturday, getting 21 points from Stephon Castle at State Farm Stadium.
Bettors who backed Connecticut were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -10.0 at sportsbooks.
Donovan Clingan had 18 points for Connecticut and Alex Karaban chipped in with 14 points. Tristen Newton had 9 assists for them, while Alex Karaban was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
Alabama got a 24-point performance from Mark Sears, who was supported by 19 points from Grant Nelson. Mark Sears had 3 assists in a losing cause for Alabama, while Grant Nelson grabbed 15 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Connecticut were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
The rebound battle favored Connecticut as they grabbed 35 boards, while Alabama only had 28