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Illinois State Redbirds vs Bradley Braves Recap - Bradley Wins 61-57
Zek Montgomery scored 11 points leading Bradley to a 61-57 victory over Illinois State at Carver Arena on Saturday.
Bradley did not, however, defeat Illinois State against the spread, which closed at -8.5 at most sportsbooks.
Bradley got 11 points from Duke Deen and another 10 points from Christian Davis. Duke Deen contributed 2 assists, while Ahmet Jonovic cleaned the glass with 9 rebounds.
Illinois State got 16 points from Johnny Kinziger in a losing cause and another 12 points from Ty Pence. Johnny Kinziger contributed 5 assists for them, while Chase Walker had 7 rebounds.
Bradley led at halftime, $HalfScore.
The rebound battle favored Bradley as they grabbed 38 boards, while Illinois State only had 34
Bradley heads into a battle against UIC. Illinois State, meanwhile, will have their next action against Belmont.