Ajiboye's 21 lead Valparaiso past Western Illinois 73-66
Western Illinois Leathernecks vs. Valparaiso Crusaders: Full Highlights
Western Illinois Leathernecks vs. Valparaiso Crusaders: Full Highlights
VALPARAISO, Ind. -- — Ola Ajiboye scored 21 points as Valparaiso beat Western Illinois 73-66 on Tuesday night.
Ajiboye had eight rebounds for the Beacons (3-2). Cooper Schwieger scored 13 points, shooting 5 for 11, including 2 for 4 from beyond the arc. Jahari Williamson shot 5 for 10, including 3 for 6 from beyond the arc to finish with 13 points, while adding three steals.
The Leathernecks (2-3, Ohio Valley Conference) were led by Jesiah West, who posted 19 points, six rebounds and two steals. James Dent Jr. added 15 points, six rebounds and seven assists for Western Illinois. In addition, Drew Cisse finished with 13 points and 14 rebounds.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Kelly Self
- Gene Grimshaw
- Ervin Wilson
2024-25 Ohio Valley Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Illinois | 1-0 | - | 7-5 |
| SIU Edwardsville | 0-0 | 0.5 | 7-4 |
| Little Rock | 0-0 | 0.5 | 6-5 |
| Southern Indiana | 0-0 | 0.5 | 5-5 |
| Lindenwood | 0-0 | 0.5 | 5-6 |
| Morehead State | 0-0 | 0.5 | 4-6 |
| Southeast Missouri State | 0-0 | 0.5 | 4-6 |
| Tennessee State | 0-0 | 0.5 | 4-7 |
| UT Martin | 0-0 | 0.5 | 4-7 |
| Eastern Illinois | 0-0 | 0.5 | 3-7 |
| Tennessee Tech | 0-1 | 1 | 4-7 |
2024-25 Missouri Valley Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indiana State | 2-0 | - | 7-4 |
| Drake | 1-0 | 0.5 | 10-0 |
| Belmont | 1-0 | 0.5 | 9-2 |
| Bradley | 1-0 | 0.5 | 9-2 |
| Northern Iowa | 1-0 | 0.5 | 7-4 |
| Murray State | 1-1 | 1 | 6-4 |
| Illinois State | 0-1 | 1.5 | 7-4 |
| UIC | 0-1 | 1.5 | 6-4 |
| Missouri State | 0-1 | 1.5 | 6-5 |
| Valparaiso | 0-1 | 1.5 | 5-5 |
| Southern Illinois | 0-1 | 1.5 | 5-6 |
| Evansville | 0-1 | 1.5 | 3-8 |
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