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Connecticut Falls 65-53 to Central Florida - Recap

Central Florida grabbed a 65-53 win over Connecticut on Saturday, behind a 23-point effort from Aubrey Dawkins at XL Center.

Bettors who backed Central Florida were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -1.0 at sportsbooks.

B.J. Taylor had 12 points for Central Florida and Dayon Griffin chipped in with 9 points. Terrell Allen had 4 assists for them, while Tacko Fall was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 5 boards.

Connecticut got 18 points from Alterique Gilbert in a losing cause and another 15 points from Christian Vital. Jalen Adams contributed 4 assists for them, while Eric Cobb had 8 rebounds.

First-half bettors who backed Central Florida were victorious, as the score was 33-31 at the break.

Connecticut won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 29-20.

Central Florida heads into a battle against East Carolina. Connecticut, meanwhile, will have their next action against Southern Methodist.