ncaab Game Recap
Hampton Pirates vs Elon Phoenix Recap - Elon Wins 70-62
Elon got a 20-point performance from Sam Sherry, who added 1 assists as Elon ran past Hampton 70-62 on Saturday at Schar Center.
Bettors who backed Elon were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -8.5.
Sam Sherry had 20 points for Elon and TJ Simpkins chipped in with 11 points. Andrew King had 3 assists for them, while Sam Sherry was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 12 boards.
Hampton got a 15-point performance from Daniel Johnson, who was supported by 14 points from Noah Farrakhan. Noah Farrakhan had 4 assists in a losing cause for Hampton, while Richard Goods grabbed 8 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Hampton were victorious, as the score was 32-31 at the break.
Elon had a 35-30 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Elon takes its act on the road to face William & Mary looking for another win. For Hampton, they head home to face Campbell.