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Western Illinois Leathernecks vs South Dakota State Jackrabbits Recap - South Dakota State Wins 71-64
Western Illinois was burned for 33 points by Zeke Mayo on Thursday as South Dakota State picked up a 71-64 win at Frost Arena.
South Dakota State won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -8.0-point spread.
Matthew Mors had 12 points for South Dakota State and Matt Dentlinger chipped in with 10 points. Alex Arians had 2 assists for them, while Matt Dentlinger was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.
Western Illinois got 16 points from Elijah Farr in a losing cause and another 15 points from Quinlan Bennett. Trenton Massner contributed 6 assists for them, while Jesiah West had 8 rebounds.
South Dakota State was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
South Dakota State had a 33-28 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
South Dakota State heads into a battle against St. Thomas (MN). Western Illinois, meanwhile, will have their next action against South Dakota.