UIS started the first half with a strong offensive display, highlighted by Isaiah Davis’s three three-pointers, contributing to its total of eight from beyond the arc. Tye Banks provided key assists, including one to Britton Dutton for a fastbreak layup at 17:21. Despite trailing early, the Prairie Stars managed to keep pace with Indianapolis, resulting in four ties throughout the half. The half concluded with the Prairie Stars narrowly behind, 38-36.
The Prairie Stars initially matched the Greyhounds with strong offensive efforts, including an early three-pointer from Dutton, assisted by Jordan Rice, at 19:02 to regain a one-point lead. Despite this, UIS faced challenges maintaining the lead, with turnovers leading to quick points for Indianapolis, culminating in a series of free throws and a late-game scoring surge by Indianapolis. Banks tied the game at 62 with a three-pointer at 5:54, but Indianapolis responded with a decisive run. The Prairie Stars struggled to close the gap, and the game concluded with Indianapolis securing an 81-68 victory.
Dutton scored 13 points and recorded one block in the game. Rice added nine points and led the team with five assists. Isaiah Davis tallied 11 points, converting three of five from beyond the arc, and collected two steals. Alex Stell contributed with a strong defensive presence, posting two blocks, two steals, and securing a total of 12 rebounds.
“It was a high-level battle for most of the game and a back-and-forth second half,” said head coach Matt Brock. “UIndy made a run late, and we couldn’t match them. We’re looking forward to getting back on our home court this week.”
The Prairie Stars have a record of 15-9 overall and 11-5 in GLVC play. The Greyhounds stand at 14-11 overall and 12-5 in the GLVC.
Up Next
As Brock noted, UIS returns home to TRAC this week, hosting Lewis Flyers on Thursday night before welcoming Upper Iowa Peacocks on Saturday afternoon.
