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Drake Bulldogs vs Valparaiso Crusaders Recap - Valparaiso Wins 74-57

Valparaiso grabbed a 74-57 win over Drake on Sunday, behind a 15-point effort from Ben Krikke at Athletics-Recreation Center.

Valparaiso was a +13.0-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.

Valparaiso got 11 points from Jacob Ognacevic and another 11 points from Sheldon Edwards. Zion Morgan contributed 4 assists, while Donovan Clay cleaned the glass with 14 rebounds.

Drake got a 19-point performance from Roman Penn, who was supported by 12 points from Shanquan Hemphill. Roman Penn had 4 assists in a losing cause for Drake, while Shanquan Hemphill grabbed 10 rebounds.

First-half bettors who backed Valparaiso were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.

Valparaiso had a 37-34 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Next game, Valparaiso takes its act home to face Bradley looking for another win. For Drake, they head home to face Northern Iowa.