ncaab Game Recap
Recap - Western Illinois Defeats Central Michigan 97-70
The battle between Western Illinois and Central Michigan didn’t turn out to be much of a battle at all as Central Michigan was handed a 97-70 defeat on Sunday at McGuirk Arena.
Bettors who backed Western Illinois were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -6.0 at sportsbooks.
Colton Sandage had 25 points for Western Illinois and Will Carius chipped in with 20 points. Trenton Massner had 4 assists for them, while George Dixon was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 5 boards.
Central Michigan got a 24-point performance from Cameron Healy, who was supported by 15 points from Kevin Miller. Kevin Miller had 6 assists in a losing cause for Central Michigan, while Nicolas Pavrette grabbed 6 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Western Illinois were victorious, as the score was 59-32 at the break.
Western Illinois had a 27-25 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 Eastern Illinois. Central Michigan will aim to get back on the winning track at Youngstown State.