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Valparaiso Beacons vs Southern Illinois Salukis Recap - Valparaiso Wins 83-79
All Wright went off for 29 points and added 4 rebounds leading Valparaiso over Southern Illinois, 83-79, on Saturday at Banterra Center.
Bettors who backed Valparaiso were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +6.0 at sportsbooks.
Valparaiso got 14 points from Justus McNair and another 12 points from Cooper Schwieger. Darius DeAveiro contributed 4 assists, while Cooper Schwieger cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Southern Illinois got a 21-point performance from Kennard Davis Jr., who was supported by 16 points from Ali Dibba. Kennard Davis Jr. had 6 assists in a losing cause for Southern Illinois, while Jarrett Hensley grabbed 12 rebounds.
Valparaiso was losing at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Southern Illinois as they grabbed 39 boards, while Valparaiso only had 30
Valparaiso looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Bradley. Southern Illinois will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Illinois State.