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Louisiana-Lafayette Ragin' Cajuns vs Northern Illinois Huskies Wrap - Louisiana-Lafayette Wins 66-64
Louisiana-Lafayette got 12 points from Kentrell Garnett en route to a 66-64 victory over Northern Illinois on Saturday at Convocation Center.
Louisiana-Lafayette was a -1.0-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Brandon Hardy had 9 points for Louisiana-Lafayette and Mostapha El Moutaouakkil chipped in with 8 points. Kyran Ratliff had 3 assists for them, while Zeke Cook was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 6 boards.
Northern Illinois got 19 points from Quaran McPherson in a losing cause and another 14 points from Quentin Jones. Quentin Jones contributed 4 assists for them, while Quentin Jones had 8 rebounds.
Louisiana-Lafayette was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Louisiana-Lafayette had a 32-31 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Louisiana-Lafayette looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Troy. Northern Illinois will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Buffalo.