TERRE HAUTE, Ind. (Interstat) — Indiana State held off a late push from Illinois State for a 94-89 men’s basketball victory Wednesday night at Hulman Center. The Sycamores improved to 9-9 overall, while the Redbirds fell to 12-6.

Indiana State led 51-42 at halftime and maintained the advantage despite Illinois State closing within a single possession late. Chase Walker led Illinois State with 21 points. Tyreek Coleman added 18 for the Redbirds. Xavier Hall scored 16 points for Indiana State, and Sterling Young contributed 14 points and five assists.

Both teams shot over 55% from the field in an efficient offensive contest before a crowd of 4,452. The Sycamores secured the win at the free-throw line, making 22 of 30 attempts.