Western Kentucky Downs Florida International 80-73 - Match Report
Western Kentucky Downs Florida International 80-73 - Match Report
Western Kentucky got 26 points and 11 rebounds from Sergio Kerusch en route to an 80-73 victory over Florida International on Thursday at EA Diddle Arena.
Western Kentucky did not, however, defeat Florida International against the spread, which closed at 10.5 at most sportsbooks.
Western Kentucky got 20 points from Steffphon Pettigrew and another 15 points from Kahlil McDonald. Jamal Crook contributed 10 assists, while Sergio Kerusch cleaned the glass with 11 rebounds.
Florida International got a 19-point performance from DeJuan Wright, who was supported by 18 points from Eric Frederick. Phil Gary had 6 assists in a losing cause for Florida International, while Eric Frederick grabbed 8 rebounds.
Western Kentucky led at halftime, 42-29.
The rebound battle favored Western Kentucky as they grabbed 41 boards, while Florida International only had 34.
