CHICAGO -- — Sheldon Edwards' 22 points helped Loyola Chicago defeat Davidson 82-72 on Wednesday.

Edwards had 10 rebounds for the Ramblers (20-10, 11-6 Atlantic 10 Conference). Kymany Houinsou added 19 points while shooting 7 of 8 from the field and 5 for 6 from the line. Jayden Dawson finished with 17 points.

Reed Bailey led the way for the Wildcats (16-14, 6-11) with 19 points, six rebounds, seven assists and three blocks. Bobby Durkin added 13 points and four assists for Davidson. Roberts Blums had 12 points.

Loyola Chicago raced out to a 21-6 lead in the first half thanks to a 15-1 scoring run. Edwards scored 12 points in the first half, which finished 37-37. Houinsou's free throw with 18:59 left in the second half gave Loyola Chicago the lead for good at 40-39.

NEXT UP

Both teams next play Saturday to finish the regular season. Loyola Chicago visits UMass and Davidson plays Saint Bonaventure at home.

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