ncaab Game Recap
Southern Illinois Salukis vs Valparaiso Crusaders Wrap - Valparaiso Wins 55-38
Valparaiso grabbed a 55-38 win over Southern Illinois on Wednesday, behind a 15-point effort from Ben Krikke at Athletics-Recreation Center.
Valparaiso was a favorite by -4.0 points and came through with an ATS victory for bettors.
Javon Freeman-Liberty had 14 points for Valparaiso and Mileek McMillan chipped in with 9 points. Donovan Clay had 5 assists for them, while Javon Freeman-Liberty was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 7 boards.
Southern Illinois got 13 points from Eric McGill in a losing cause and another 8 points from Barret Benson. Barret Benson contributed 2 assists for them, while Eric McGill had 6 rebounds.
Valparaiso was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Valparaiso won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 38-28.
Valparaiso heads into a battle against Illinois State. Southern Illinois, meanwhile, will have their next action against Bradley.