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Rutgers vs Saint Peter's Final: 75-65 - Recap
Rutgers got 24 points from Dylan Harper en route to a 75-65 victory over Saint Peter's on Monday at Jersey Mike's Arena.
Rutgers did not, however, defeat Saint Peter's against the spread, which closed at -17.0 at most sportsbooks.
Lathan Sommerville had 14 points for Rutgers and Jordan Derkack chipped in with 9 points. Jeremiah Williams had 4 assists for them, while PJ Hayes IV was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.
Saint Peter's got 22 points from Marcus Randolph in a losing cause and another 9 points from Mouhamed Sow. Tyreck Morris contributed 5 assists for them, while Stephon Roberts had 6 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Saint Peter's were victorious, as the score was 42-38 at the break.
Rutgers had a 38-30 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Rutgers looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Monmouth. Saint Peter's will aim to get back on the winning track at UMBC.