ncaab Game Recap
VCU Rams vs Loyola-Chicago Ramblers Wrap - VCU Wins 84-65
Phillip Russell scored 25 points for VCU on Saturday, leading them to a 84-65 victory over Loyola-Chicago at Gentile Arena.
VCU was a -5.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Christian Fermin had 14 points for VCU and Jack Clark chipped in with 12 points. Max Shulga had 5 assists for them, while Jack Clark was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
Loyola-Chicago got a 20-point performance from Des Watson, who was supported by 10 points from Jayden Dawson. Jalen Quinn had 7 assists in a losing cause for Loyola-Chicago, while Jalen DeLoach grabbed 8 rebounds.
VCU was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
VCU had a 35-24 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
VCU heads into a battle against Fordham. Loyola-Chicago, meanwhile, will have their next action against La Salle.