PEORIA, Ill. — Bradley’s Duke Deen showcased an impressive performance by scoring 25 points, leading his team to a 78-64 victory over Southern Illinois on Wednesday night.

Deen displayed exceptional shooting, going 9 for 16 from the floor, including an impressive 7 for 12 from beyond the arc. He was instrumental in helping the Braves improve their record to 20-6 overall and 11-4 in the Missouri Valley Conference. Complementing Deen’s efforts, Darius Hannah contributed 15 points and grabbed seven rebounds, while Christian Davis also added 15 points, shooting an efficient 6 of 9 from the field, including a perfect 3 for 3 from three-point territory.

For the Salukis, Ali Abdou Dibba was the standout performer, scoring 29 points and pulling down six rebounds, even amidst the team’s struggle. Teammate Drew Steffe chipped in with 11 points, while Kennard Davis added eight points along with two steals.

Looking ahead, Bradley will face a challenging road game against Drake on Sunday, while Southern Illinois will host Belmont on Saturday.