Connecticut Downs Notre Dame 67-53 - Match Report
Connecticut Downs Notre Dame 67-53 - Match Report
Shabazz Napier scored 16 points leading Connecticut to a 67-53 victory over Notre Dame at Joyce Center on Saturday.
Connecticut was a 2-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Connecticut got 12 points from Alex Oriakhi and another 10 points from Andre Drummond. Jeremy Lamb contributed 7 assists, while Andre Drummond cleaned the glass with 13 rebounds.
Notre Dame got a 20-point performance from Eric Atkins, who was supported by 12 points from Scott Martin. Jerian Grant had 5 assists in a losing cause for Notre Dame, while Scott Martin grabbed 9 rebounds.
Connecticut hit the break trailing 25-24 before taking care of business in the second half.
Connecticut had a 43-33 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
