PEORIA, Ill. — In a nail-biting matchup on Wednesday night, Bradley emerged victorious over San Francisco with a close score of 66-64. Duke Deen was the standout player for Bradley, scoring a total of 19 points and also contributing seven rebounds to the team’s success.

Throughout the game, Zek Montgomery made a significant impact, netting 12 points while shooting 4 of 9 from the floor, including a perfect 3 for 3 from beyond the arc. Darius Hannah also played a vital role, finishing the game with 11 points, propelled by a solid performance at the free-throw line where he converted 5 of 7 attempts, despite shooting just 3 of 11 from the field.

On the opposing side, the Dons, who entered the game with a 9-3 record, were led by Marcus Williams, who delivered a commendable performance with 18 points and seven rebounds. Malik Thomas contributed heavily as well, scoring 14 points alongside three steals, while Ryan Beasley added 11 points to the scoring effort. The loss marked the end of a five-game winning streak for San Francisco.

Bradley faced a challenge in the first half, entering halftime behind 27-25, with Almar Atlason scoring six points before the break. The second half saw Deen take charge, scoring 17 points and playing a pivotal role in securing the win for the Braves. The home team held a five-point lead late in the game, but San Francisco’s Thomas made a dramatic 3-pointer just before the final buzzer, resulting in a tight two-point victory for Bradley.