ncaab Game Recap
Illinois State Defeats Eastern Illinois 54-49 - Recap
Illinois State got 16 points from Luke Kasubke as they ran past Eastern Illinois 54-49 on Thursday at Lantz Arena.
Illinois State won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -9.5-point spread.
Malachi Poindexter had 11 points for Illinois State and Joe Petrakis chipped in with 10 points. Darius Burford had 2 assists for them, while Kendall Lewis was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 14 boards.
Eastern Illinois got a 14-point performance from Kinyon Hodges, who was supported by 8 points from Yaakema Rose Jr.. Yaakema Rose Jr. had 3 assists in a losing cause for Eastern Illinois, while Yaakema Rose Jr. grabbed 8 rebounds.
Illinois State was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Illinois State had a 36-32 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Illinois State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Northwestern State. Eastern Illinois will aim to get back on the winning track at Central Michigan.