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Avila Leads Billikens to Ninth Straight Win
11 Jan
Summary
- Robbie Avila scored 18 points in Saint Louis' win.
- Saint Louis Billikens secured their ninth consecutive victory.
- Josiah Harris led La Salle with 19 points and eight rebounds.
Robbie Avila scored 18 points, leading Saint Louis to an 84-72 victory against La Salle. This win extended the Billikens' impressive streak to nine consecutive games, improving their record to 15-1 overall and 3-0 in the Atlantic 10 Conference. Brady Dunlap contributed significantly with 17 points, and Amari McCottry added 13 points, as Saint Louis established a strong 44-24 lead by halftime.
The La Salle Explorers, now with a 5-12 record and a 1-3 conference standing, were led by Josiah Harris, who posted a double-double with 19 points and eight rebounds. Jerome Brewer Jr. added 15 points, and Jaden Johnson contributed 10 points and six assists in the effort.
Despite a spirited performance from La Salle, they were unable to overcome the Billikens' consistent scoring and defensive pressure throughout the game. The victory solidifies Saint Louis' position in the conference as they continue their winning momentum.
