ncaab Game Recap
Recap - Western Illinois Defeats Denver 86-80
Western Illinois got 21 points from Ben Pyle en route to a 86-80 victory over Denver on Saturday at Western Hall.
Western Illinois was a -4.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Zion Young had 17 points for Western Illinois and Kobe Webster chipped in with 17 points. Kobe Webster had 4 assists for them, while Zion Young was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 8 boards.
Denver got a 28-point performance from Jase Townsend, who was supported by 14 points from Ade Murkey. Ade Murkey had 3 assists in a losing cause for Denver, while Robert Jones grabbed 7 rebounds.
Western Illinois led at halftime, $HalfScore.
The rebound battle favored Denver as they grabbed 31 boards, while Western Illinois only had 25
Western Illinois looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Oral Roberts. Denver will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Nebraska-Omaha.