Williams scores 21, lifts VCU over Saint Joseph's 70-54
RICHMOND, Va. -- — Vince Williams Jr. matched his career high with 21 points as VCU defeated Saint Joseph's 70-54 on Saturday.
KeShawn Curry had 12 points for VCU (11-6, 4-2 Atlantic 10 Conference). Adrian Baldwin Jr. added 11 points, seven steals and six assists with eight turnovers.
The Rams forced a season-high 27 turnovers.
Taylor Funk had 22 points for the Hawks (8-9, 2-4). Jordan Hall added 11 points and seven rebounds. He also had seven turnovers. Ejike Obinna had 10 points.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Bret Smith
- Greg Evans
- Trey Styons
2023-24 Atlantic 10 Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Richmond | 15-3 | - | 23-10 |
| Loyola Chicago | 15-3 | - | 23-10 |
| Dayton | 14-4 | 1 | 25-8 |
| Massachusetts | 11-7 | 4 | 20-11 |
| VCU | 11-7 | 4 | 24-14 |
| Duquesne | 10-8 | 5 | 25-12 |
| George Mason | 9-9 | 6 | 20-12 |
| St. Bonaventure | 9-9 | 6 | 20-13 |
| Saint Joseph's | 9-9 | 6 | 21-14 |
| La Salle | 6-12 | 9 | 16-17 |
| Fordham | 6-12 | 9 | 13-20 |
| Rhode Island | 6-12 | 9 | 12-20 |
| Davidson | 5-13 | 10 | 15-17 |
| Saint Louis | 5-13 | 10 | 13-20 |
| George Washington | 4-14 | 11 | 15-17 |
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