RICHMOND, Va. (Interstat) — VCU built a 20-point halftime lead and withstood a second-half rally to defeat Richmond 78-67 in an Atlantic 10 men’s basketball game Saturday at Robins Center.

The Rams led 47-27 at halftime behind efficient early play. The Spiders improved after the break, outscoring VCU 40-31, but could not overcome the large deficit. Terrence Hill led VCU with 20 points. Will Johnston scored 17 for Richmond.

VCU improved to 20-6 overall. Richmond fell to 14-12. The teams meet again Monday at the same venue.