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Dayton Defeats Western Michigan 77-69 - Recap

Enoch Cheeks scored 23 points leading Dayton to a 77-69 victory over Western Michigan at University of Dayton Arena on Tuesday.

Bettors who backed Dayton were disappointed, as they failed to cover the closing number of -24.0.

Nate Santos had 15 points for Dayton and Javon Bennett chipped in with 12 points. Malachi Smith had 5 assists for them, while Enoch Cheeks was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.

Western Michigan got 24 points from Owen Lobsinger in a losing cause and another 19 points from Markhi Strickland. EJ Ryans contributed 5 assists for them, while Max Burton had 6 rebounds.

Dayton trailed at halftime, 35-33.

Dayton had a 24-22 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Dayton looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Lehigh. Western Michigan will aim to get back on the winning track at St. Thomas (MN).