ncaab Game Recap
Western Illinois vs North Dakota State Final: 79-60 - Recap
Western Illinois got a 24-point performance from Trenton Massner, who added 11 rebounds as Western Illinois ran past North Dakota State 79-60 on Monday at Western Hall.
Bettors who backed Western Illinois were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -1.5 at sportsbooks.
Alec Rosner had 19 points for Western Illinois and Jesiah West chipped in with 14 points. Trenton Massner had 7 assists for them, while Trenton Massner was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
North Dakota State got 35 points from Grant Nelson in a losing cause and another 10 points from Boden Skunberg. Tajavis Miller contributed 2 assists for them, while Grant Nelson had 16 rebounds.
Western Illinois was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Western Illinois had a 31-29 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Western Illinois takes its act home to face North Dakota looking for another win. For North Dakota State, they head on the road to face St. Thomas (MN).