ncaab Game Recap
Ball State vs Buffalo Final: 89-76 - Recap
Ball State got a 27-point performance from Payton Sparks, who added 14 rebounds as Ball State ran past Buffalo 89-76 on Saturday at Alumni Arena.
Ball State was a -2.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Mickey Pearson Jr. had 19 points for Ball State and Jermahri Hill chipped in with 18 points. Jeremiah Hernandez had 4 assists for them, while Payton Sparks was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 14 boards.
Buffalo got a 16-point performance from Anquan Boldin Jr., who was supported by 16 points from Bryson Wilson. Tyson Dunn had 6 assists in a losing cause for Buffalo, while Noah Batchelor grabbed 7 rebounds.
Ball State led at halftime, 45-33.
The rebound battle favored Ball State as they grabbed 39 boards, while Buffalo only had 35
Ball State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Akron. Buffalo will aim to get back on the winning track at Toledo.