CHICAGO (Interstat) — Saint Joseph’s built a massive first-half lead and never looked back in an 85-64 victory over Loyola Chicago in Atlantic 10 men’s basketball on Tuesday night at Joseph Gentile Center.

The Hawks raced to a 51-24 halftime advantage, shooting efficiently to bury the Ramblers early. Loyola Chicago showed more fight after the break but could not overcome the 27-point halftime deficit. The outcome improved Saint Joseph’s to 13-8 this season, while Loyola Chicago fell to 5-17.

An announced crowd of 2,129 watched the game, which saw the total score fall under the projected over/under line. Saint Joseph’s next plays at La Salle on Saturday. Loyola Chicago travels to face VCU on Friday.