ncaab Game Recap
Eastern Illinois Panthers vs Saint Louis Billikens Wrap - Saint Louis Wins 86-44
Eastern Illinois was run off the court by Saint Louis on Friday as they blasted them 86-44 at Chaifetz Arena.
Bettors who backed Saint Louis were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -21.0 at sportsbooks.
Gibson Jimerson had 18 points for Saint Louis and Marten Linssen chipped in with 15 points. Yuri Collins had 6 assists for them, while Francis Okoro was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 12 boards.
Eastern Illinois got 10 points from CJ Lane in a losing cause and another 9 points from Henry Abraham. Kejuan Clements contributed 2 assists for them, while Barlow Alleruzzo IV had 5 rebounds.
Saint Louis led at halftime, $HalfScore.
Saint Louis won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 46-23.
Saint Louis looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Memphis. Eastern Illinois will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Central Michigan.