ncaab Game Recap
Elon Downs Monmouth 83-71 - Match Report
TJ Simpkins scored 26 points for Elon on Thursday, leading them to a 83-71 victory over Monmouth at Schar Center.
Elon was a -10.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
TK Simpkins had 18 points for Elon and Nick Dorn chipped in with 13 points. TK Simpkins had 3 assists for them, while Sam Sherry was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
Monmouth got a 22-point performance from Abdi Bashir Jr., who was supported by 16 points from Jack Collins. Abdi Bashir Jr. had 4 assists in a losing cause for Monmouth, while Jack Collins grabbed 9 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Elon were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
Elon won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 36-29.
Elon heads into a battle against College of Charleston. Monmouth, meanwhile, will have their next action against William & Mary.