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VMI Defeats The Citadel 88-81 - Recap

VMI got 24 points from Bubba Parham en route to a 88-81 victory over The Citadel on Saturday at Cameron Hall.

Bettors who backed VMI were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -3.5 at sportsbooks.

VMI got 18 points from Austin Vereen and another 12 points from Garrett Gilkeson. Keith Smith contributed 7 assists, while Austin Vereen cleaned the glass with 6 rebounds.

The Citadel got 27 points from Zane Najdawi in a losing cause and another 16 points from Matt Frierson. Leandro Allende contributed 4 assists for them, while Zane Najdawi had 11 rebounds.

VMI was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

The rebound battle favored VMI as they grabbed 33 boards, while The Citadel only had 31

VMI looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Wofford. The Citadel will aim to get back on the winning track at Mercer.