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Lindenwood Falls 68-57 to Western Illinois - Recap

Western Illinois got 14 points from James Dent Jr. as they ran past Lindenwood 68-57 on Saturday at Western Hall.

Bettors who backed Western Illinois were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -7.0 at sportsbooks.

Western Illinois got 14 points from Jesiah West and another 13 points from JJ Kalakon. Drew Cisse contributed 5 assists, while Drew Cisse cleaned the glass with 17 rebounds.

Lindenwood got 16 points from Darius Beane in a losing cause and another 13 points from Keenon Cole. Darius Beane contributed 2 assists for them, while Keenon Cole had 8 rebounds.

Western Illinois was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

Western Illinois had a 49-19 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Next game, Western Illinois takes its act on the road to face Tennessee-Martin looking for another win. For Lindenwood, they head on the road to face Southeast Missouri State.