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March Madness - Houston Downs Gonzaga 81-76 - Match Report
L.J. Cryer poured in 30 points for Houston on Saturday, as they defeated Gonzaga 81-76 at Intrust Bank Arena.
The match was decisive in favor of Houston, but bettors saw the game push as the margin of victory was the same as the closing point spread.
J'Wan Roberts had 18 points for Houston and Emanuel Sharp chipped in with 12 points. Milos Uzan had 8 assists for them, while Joseph Tugler was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
Gonzaga got a 27-point performance from Graham Ike, who was supported by 17 points from Khalif Battle. Ryan Nembhard had 11 assists in a losing cause for Gonzaga, while Khalif Battle grabbed 6 rebounds.
Houston was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Houston as they grabbed 31 boards, while Gonzaga only had 25