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Recap - Youngstown State Defeats Monmouth 72-62
Youngstown State got 16 points from Nico Galette as they ran past Monmouth 72-62 on Thursday at William R. Johnson Coliseum.
Bettors who backed Youngstown State were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -4.5 at sportsbooks.
Youngstown State got 16 points from EJ Farmer and another 12 points from Ty Harper. Jason Nelson contributed 4 assists, while Nico Galette cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.
Monmouth got 18 points from Jaret Valencia in a losing cause and another 14 points from Abdi Bashir Jr.. Madison Durr contributed 3 assists for them, while Jaret Valencia had 8 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Monmouth were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
Youngstown State had a 39-38 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Youngstown State heads into a battle against Presbyterian. Monmouth, meanwhile, will have their next action against Stephen F. Austin.