Cancun Challenge - SIU Edwardsville vs Illinois Wrap - Illinois Wins 66-46
Cancun Challenge - SIU Edwardsville vs Illinois Wrap - Illinois Wins 66-46
SIU Edwardsville was run off the court by Illinois on Monday as they blasted them 66-46 at University of Illinois Assembly Hall.
Illinois did not, however, defeat SIU Edwardsville against the spread, which closed at 34 at most sportsbooks.
Illinois got 20 points from D.J. Richardson and another 10 points from Tyler Griffey. Brandon Paul contributed 4 assists, while Tyler Griffey cleaned the glass with 14 rebounds.
SIU Edwardsville got 13 points from Mark Yelovich in a losing cause and another 12 points from Corey Wickware. Corey Wickware contributed 2 assists for them, while Jerome Jones had 8 rebounds.
Illinois hit the break leading 36-23 before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Illinois as they grabbed 48 boards, while SIU Edwardsville only had 27.
