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Illinois State Redbirds vs Evansville Aces Recap - Evansville Wins 56-53
Shamar Givance scored 18 points leading Evansville to a 56-53 victory over Illinois State at Ford Center on Sunday.
Bettors who backed Evansville were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +4.5 at sportsbooks.
Evansville got 14 points from Noah Frederking and another 12 points from Evan Kuhlman. Shamar Givance contributed 4 assists, while Noah Frederking cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.
Illinois State got a 23-point performance from Antonio Reeves, who was supported by 11 points from Mark Freeman. Mark Freeman had 3 assists in a losing cause for Illinois State, while Ryan Schmitt grabbed 5 rebounds.
Evansville trailed at halftime, 25-20.
Illinois State had a 33-30 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Evansville heads into a battle against Northern Iowa. Illinois State, meanwhile, will have their next action against Drake.