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BYU Defeats Central Florida 81-75 - Recap

BYU grabbed a 81-75 win over Central Florida on Saturday, behind a 22-point effort from Richie Saunders at Addition Financial Arena.

BYU was the ATS victor, as they covered the -1.0-point spread as a favorite.

BYU got 19 points from Mawot Mag and another 15 points from Trevin Knell. Egor Demin contributed 6 assists, while Keba Keita cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.

Central Florida got 20 points from Keyshawn Hall in a losing cause and another 17 points from Moustapha Thiam. Darius Johnson contributed 3 assists for them, while Keyshawn Hall had 8 rebounds.

BYU was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

BYU had a 33-29 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

BYU looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Arizona. Central Florida will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Cincinnati.