VCU Pulls Away From George Washington in Second Half

RICHMOND, Va. (Interstat) — VCU used a balanced scoring attack and superior efficiency to defeat George Washington 89-75 in an Atlantic 10 men’s basketball game Tuesday night at Siegel Center.

The Rams led 48-46 at halftime before outscoring the Revolutionaries 41-29 after intermission. VCU shot 51.9% from the floor and capitalized at the free-throw line, making 26 of 35 attempts. George Washington shot just 42.6% overall.

Luke Hunger led all scorers with 24 points for George Washington. VCU had five players score in double figures, led by Tyrell Ward with 15 points. The Rams improved to 21-6, while the Revolutionaries fell to 15-12. Attendance was 7,637.