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Southeast Missouri State Redhawks vs Illinois State Redbirds Recap - Illinois State Wins 85-64
The battle between Illinois State and Southeast Missouri State didn’t turn out to be much of a battle at all as Southeast Missouri State was handed a 85-64 defeat on Thursday at CEFCU Arena.
Illinois State won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -14.0-point spread as favorites.
Illinois State got 22 points from Darius Burford and another 18 points from Kendall Lewis. Dalton Banks contributed 5 assists, while Kendall Lewis cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
Southeast Missouri State got 16 points from Adam Larson in a losing cause and another 11 points from Braxton Stacker. Dylan Branson contributed 4 assists for them, while Braxton Stacker had 5 rebounds.
Illinois State was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Illinois State had a 36-28 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Illinois State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Kentucky. Southeast Missouri State will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Southern Indiana.