ncaab Game Recap
Southern Illinois vs UIC Final: 89-85 - Recap
Southern Illinois got a 26-point performance from Ali Dibba as they ran past UIC 89-85 on Saturday at Credit Union 1 Arena.
Bettors who backed Southern Illinois were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +6.5 at sportsbooks.
Southern Illinois got 19 points from Kennard Davis Jr. and another 11 points from Jarrett Hensley. Sheridan Sharp contributed 6 assists, while Davion Sykes cleaned the glass with 6 rebounds.
UIC got 23 points from Jordan Mason in a losing cause and another 16 points from Ahmad Henderson II. Jordan Mason contributed 7 assists for them, while Tyem Freeman had 6 rebounds.
Southern Illinois was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Southern Illinois won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 31-25.
Southern Illinois heads into a battle against Valparaiso. UIC, meanwhile, will have their next action against Bradley.