ncaab Game Recap
Southern Illinois Salukis vs Belmont Bruins Recap - Belmont Wins 82-68
Belmont got 26 points from Ja'Kobi Gillespie en route to a 82-68 victory over Southern Illinois on Wednesday at Curb Event Center.
Bettors who backed Belmont were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -3.0 at sportsbooks.
Belmont got 19 points from Cade Tyson and another 9 points from Malik Dia. Malik Dia contributed 4 assists, while Malik Dia cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Southern Illinois got 17 points from Xavier Johnson in a losing cause and another 15 points from Trent Brown. Troy D'Amico contributed 4 assists for them, while Clarence Rupert had 11 rebounds.
Belmont was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Southern Illinois as they grabbed 38 boards, while Belmont only had 35
Belmont looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the UIC. Southern Illinois will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Indiana State.