ncaab Game Recap
Recap - Ball State Defeats UIC 68-66
K.J. Walton scored 25 points for Ball State on Saturday, leading them to a 68-66 victory over UIC at John E. Worthen Arena.
Ball State won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -5.5-point spread.
Ball State got 22 points from Ishmael El-Amin and another 12 points from Brachen Hazen. Ishmael El-Amin contributed 4 assists, while Miryne Thomas cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
UIC got a 13-point performance from Michael Diggins, who was supported by 13 points from Braelen Bridges. Teyvion Kirk had 6 assists in a losing cause for UIC, while Teyvion Kirk grabbed 8 rebounds.
Ball State led at halftime, $HalfScore.
The rebound battle favored Ball State as they grabbed 35 boards, while UIC only had 32
Ball State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Northern Illinois. UIC will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Oakland.