ncaab Game Recap
UIC vs Western Michigan Final: 62-56 - Recap
UIC grabbed a 62-56 win over Western Michigan on Saturday, behind a 18-point effort from Jace Carter at University Arena in Read Fieldhouse.
Bettors who backed UIC were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -1.0 at sportsbooks.
Tre Anderson had 15 points for UIC and Christian Jones chipped in with 10 points. Tre Anderson had 4 assists for them, while Toby Okani was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 6 boards.
Western Michigan got a 24-point performance from Tafari Simms, who was supported by 9 points from Jefferson Monegro. Jefferson Monegro had 4 assists in a losing cause for Western Michigan, while Markeese Hastings grabbed 14 rebounds.
UIC was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Western Michigan won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 48-19.
UIC heads into a battle against Prairie View A&M. Western Michigan, meanwhile, will have their next action against Iowa State.