NORMAL, Ill. (Interstat) — Illinois State used a strong second half to defeat George Washington 61-53 in a nonconference women’s basketball game Monday night at Redbird Arena.

The Redbirds, who improved to 22-13, trailed 27-26 at halftime but outscored the Revolutionaries 35-26 after the break. A pivotal 18-point third quarter gave Illinois State control.

Addison Martin led Illinois State with 15 points. Kamari Sims scored 17 for George Washington, which fell to 18-18. The Redbirds capitalized inside, scoring 32 points in the paint and 15 points off turnovers.