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UIC Flames vs La Salle Explorers Recap - UIC Wins 96-83
UIC grabbed a 96-83 win over La Salle on Friday, behind a 19-point effort from Filip Skobalj at Ocean Center.
Bettors who backed UIC were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +2.0 at sportsbooks.
Jordan Mason had 18 points for UIC and Tyem Freeman chipped in with 13 points. Javon Jackson had 4 assists for them, while Sasa Ciani was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
La Salle got 21 points from Deuce Jones in a losing cause and another 15 points from Andres Marrero. Deuce Jones contributed 4 assists for them, while Demetrius Lilley had 4 rebounds.
UIC led at halftime, 48-40.
UIC won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 33-22.
UIC looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Aurora. La Salle will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Temple.