ncaab Game Recap
Ball State Falls 74-71 to Western Michigan - Recap
Western Michigan got 17 points from Markhi Strickland en route to a 74-71 victory over Ball State on Tuesday at Worthen Arena.
Bettors who backed Western Michigan were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +4.5 at sportsbooks.
JaVaughn Hannah had 17 points for Western Michigan and Donovan Williams chipped in with 16 points. Chansey Willis Jr had 7 assists for them, while Donovan Williams was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.
Ball State got a 19-point performance from Jermahri Hill, who was supported by 19 points from Payton Sparks. Jermahri Hill had 4 assists in a losing cause for Ball State, while Payton Sparks grabbed 17 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Western Michigan were victorious, as the score was 41-37 at the break.
The rebound battle favored Ball State as they grabbed 35 boards, while Western Michigan only had 27
Western Michigan looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Eastern Michigan. Ball State will aim to get back on the winning track at Buffalo.