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Western Illinois Defeats Nebraska 75-74 - Recap
Western Illinois got 21 points from Trenton Massner as they ran past Nebraska 75-74 on Tuesday at Pinnacle Bank Arena.
Western Illinois was a +17.0-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Western Illinois got 12 points from Luka Barisic and another 11 points from Will Carius. Colton Sandage contributed 3 assists, while Luka Barisic cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
Nebraska got 26 points from Alonzo Verge Jr. in a losing cause and another 25 points from Bryce McGowens. Alonzo Verge Jr. contributed 5 assists for them, while Alonzo Verge Jr. had 13 rebounds.
Western Illinois had a 55-35 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Western Illinois looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Culver-Stockton. Nebraska will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Sam Houston State.