RICHMOND, Va. (Interstat) — VCU used a dominant first half to secure a 78-61 men’s basketball victory over Saint Peter’s on Wednesday night at Siegel Center. The Rams built a 41-32 halftime lead and maintained control after the break before a crowd of 7,637. Tyrell Ward scored 15 points to lead VCU, while Barry Evans added 11 points, eight rebounds and four assists. Lazar Djokovic contributed 11 points, five rebounds and four blocks for the Rams. Zaakir Williamson scored six points for the Peacocks. VCU improved to 2-1, while Saint Peter’s fell to 1-2.