Jackson, Carter rally UIC to 74-73 victory over Valparaiso
CHICAGO -- — Jalen Jackson had 19 points, Jace Carter scored 18 and hit a go-ahead jumper with 30 seconds remaining and UIC rallied to beat Valparaiso 74-73 on Sunday.
Jackson added three steals and Carter grabbed nine rebounds for the Flames (11-18, 3-15 Missouri Valley Conference). Trevante Anderson made three 3-pointers and scored 13.
Ben Krikke led the Beacons (11-18, 5-13) with 34 points and 10 rebounds. Kobe King added 15 points.
Jackson scored 10 points in the first half for UIC, which led 41-36 at intermission. Carter scored 10 points for the Flames in the second half.
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Both teams play again on Wednesday. UIC visits Evansville and Valparaiso hosts Bradley.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Rick Crawford
- Jeb Hartness
- Antinio Petty
2024-25 Missouri Valley Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana State | 2-0 | - | 8-4 |
| Drake | 1-0 | 0.5 | 11-0 |
| Bradley | 1-0 | 0.5 | 10-2 |
| Belmont | 1-0 | 0.5 | 9-3 |
| Northern Iowa | 1-0 | 0.5 | 7-5 |
| Murray State | 1-1 | 1 | 6-5 |
| Illinois State | 0-1 | 1.5 | 8-4 |
| UIC | 0-1 | 1.5 | 7-4 |
| Missouri State | 0-1 | 1.5 | 7-5 |
| Valparaiso | 0-1 | 1.5 | 7-5 |
| Southern Illinois | 0-1 | 1.5 | 5-7 |
| Evansville | 0-1 | 1.5 | 3-9 |
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