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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drake | 13-3 | - | 23-3 |
| Bradley | 12-4 | 1 | 21-6 |
| Northern Iowa | 11-4 | 1.5 | 17-9 |
| Belmont | 10-6 | 3 | 18-9 |
| UIC | 8-8 | 5 | 15-11 |
| Murray State | 7-8 | 5.5 | 13-13 |
| Illinois State | 7-9 | 6 | 15-12 |
| Indiana State | 7-9 | 6 | 13-14 |
| Southern Illinois | 7-9 | 6 | 12-15 |
| Evansville | 7-9 | 6 | 10-17 |
| Valparaiso | 4-12 | 9 | 11-16 |
| Missouri State | 2-14 | 11 | 9-18 |
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