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Recap - Jacksonville State Defeats Florida International 84-79
Florida International was burned for 29 points by Jao Ituka on Saturday as Jacksonville State picked up a 84-79 win at Ocean Bank Convocation Center.
Jaron Pierre Jr. had 22 points for Jacksonville State and Michael Houge chipped in with 11 points. Jaron Pierre Jr. had 4 assists for them, while Iaroslav Niagu was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.
Florida International got a 19-point performance from Jonathan Aybar, who was supported by 18 points from Vianney Salatchoum. Ashton Williamson had 4 assists in a losing cause for Florida International, while Dashon Gittens grabbed 8 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Jacksonville State were victorious, as the score was 37-29 at the break.
Jacksonville State had a 39-37 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Jacksonville State heads into a battle against Kennesaw State. Florida International, meanwhile, will have their next action against Western Kentucky.