ncaab Game Recap
Drake Defeats Southern Illinois 60-59 - Recap
Drake grabbed a 60-59 win over Southern Illinois on Monday, behind a 16-point effort from Garrett Sturtz at Banterra Center.
Drake won the battle on the scoreboard, but not at the payout window as they failed to cover the -2.0-point spread.
Tucker DeVries had 14 points for Drake and Roman Penn chipped in with 8 points. Tucker DeVries had 4 assists for them, while Garrett Sturtz was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
Southern Illinois got a 15-point performance from Marcus Domask, who was supported by 9 points from Anthony D'Avanzo. Lance Jones had 3 assists in a losing cause for Southern Illinois, while Lance Jones grabbed 6 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Drake were victorious, as the score was 35-28 at the break.
Drake won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 27-23.
Drake looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Bradley. Southern Illinois will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Indiana State.