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Southern Illinois Falls 77-68 to Indiana State - Recap
Indiana State got 21 points from Jordan Barnes en route to a 77-68 victory over Southern Illinois on Wednesday at SIU Arena.
Indiana State was a +2.5-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Indiana State got 20 points from Tyreke Key and another 14 points from Jake LaRavia. Christian Williams contributed 6 assists, while Tre Williams cleaned the glass with 6 rebounds.
Southern Illinois got a 17-point performance from Barret Benson, who was supported by 16 points from Lance Jones. Marcus Domask had 5 assists in a losing cause for Southern Illinois, while Barret Benson grabbed 8 rebounds.
Indiana State led at halftime, 45-38.
Indiana State won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 25-22.
Indiana State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Valparaiso. Southern Illinois will aim to get back on the winning track at Missouri State.