ncaab Game Recap
Ball State Cardinals vs Western Illinois Leathernecks Wrap - Western Illinois Wins 93-80
Colton Sandage poured in 33 points for Western Illinois on Wednesday, as they defeated Ball State 93-80 at Western Hall.
Western Illinois was a favorite by -3.5 points and came through with an ATS victory for bettors.
Western Illinois got 18 points from Trenton Massner and another 14 points from Luka Barisic. Luka Barisic contributed 4 assists, while Trenton Massner cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Ball State got a 17-point performance from Luke Bumbalough, who was supported by 14 points from Miryne Thomas. Tyler Cochran had 2 assists in a losing cause for Ball State, while Luke Bumbalough grabbed 9 rebounds.
Western Illinois was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Ball State had a 35-30 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Western Illinois takes its act home to face Tennessee-Martin looking for another win. For Ball State, they head on the road to face Xavier.