RICHMOND, Va. (Interstat) — VCU edged Duquesne 71-66 in a men’s basketball game Friday night, overcoming a second-half push from the visiting Dukes.

The Rams built a 10-point halftime lead behind a strong first half, then withstood Duquesne’s effort after the break. Terrence Hill led VCU with 20 points and six assists. Alex Williams scored 20 points for Duquesne, and Jimmie Williams added 13 points and five assists.

VCU improved to 25-7 overall. Duquesne fell to 18-15. The game was part of Atlantic 10 Conference play.