Millikin Secures 65-60 Victory Against Wheaton in CCIW Men’s Basketball Matchup
Wheaton men's basketball team suffered a 65-60 defeat at the hands of Millikin in a CCIW matchup at King Arena. Connor Braun led the Thunder with 15 points and 11 rebounds, achieving a "double-double". Wheaton's Nate Sock and Soren Richardson contributed 13 points each, while Richardson added seven rebounds.
By the Numbers- Wheaton shot 36.8% from the field (21-of-57) and 28.6% from behind the three-point line (8-for-28).
- Millikin shot 35.1% from the floor (20-of-57) and 42.9% from three-point range (6-of-14).
- Millikin out-rebounded Wheaton 41-38, with a 10-6 advantage on the offensive glass.
- Wheaton held a two-point lead at halftime, 30-28, but Millikin fought back in the second half.
- Despite initial momentum, Wheaton allowed Millikin to take the lead in the second half, leading to a 65-60 victory for the visiting team.
Wheaton will continue at home, hosting Carroll University on Wednesday night in King Arena.
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