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Loyola-Chicago Downs Eastern Michigan 76-54 - Match Report

The battle between Loyola-Chicago and Eastern Michigan didn’t turn out to be much of a battle at all as Eastern Michigan was handed a 76-54 defeat on Tuesday at Gentile Arena.

Loyola-Chicago was a -18.0-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.

Des Watson had 24 points for Loyola-Chicago and Francis Nwaokorie chipped in with 11 points. Justin Moore had 8 assists for them, while Miles Rubin was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.

Eastern Michigan got a 21-point performance from Christian Henry, who was supported by 13 points from Da'Sean Nelson. Cooper Smith had 2 assists in a losing cause for Eastern Michigan, while Arne Osojnik grabbed 5 rebounds.

Loyola-Chicago was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

Loyola-Chicago won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 38-14.

Loyola-Chicago looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the South Florida. Eastern Michigan will aim to get back on the winning track vs. PFW.