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Loyola-Chicago Defeats Saint Joseph's 58-55 - Recap
Loyola-Chicago grabbed a 58-55 win over Saint Joseph's on Saturday, behind a 12-point effort from Sheldon Edwards Jr. at Gentile Arena.
Loyola-Chicago won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the +1.5-point spread as underdogs.
Loyola-Chicago got 11 points from Jayden Dawson and another 10 points from Des Watson. Francis Nwaokorie contributed 3 assists, while Sheldon Edwards Jr. cleaned the glass with 6 rebounds.
Saint Joseph's got 17 points from Erik Reynolds II in a losing cause and another 14 points from Xzayvier Brown. Derek Simpson contributed 2 assists for them, while Rasheer Fleming had 13 rebounds.
Loyola-Chicago was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Saint Joseph's had a 34-29 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Loyola-Chicago looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the St. Bonaventure. Saint Joseph's will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Saint Louis.