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          Bradley 63, Indiana St. 44

          Jan 30, 2008
          • Associated Press

          PEORIA, Ill. (AP) -- Jeremy Crouch had 13 points to lead Bradley to a 63-44 win over Indiana State on Wednesday.

          Daniel Ruffin added 12 points and Theron Wilson had 11 points for Bradley (12-10, 5-5 Missouri Valley Conference), which led 24-19 at halftime. Matt Salley had nine rebounds.

          Despite the final score, Indiana State (10-10, 5-5) stayed close in the first half. The lead changed twice during the game and the score was tied three times.

          Indiana State shot 26.1 percent from the field in the first half, improving to 40 percent in the second. The Sycamores allowed the Braves 18 points off turnovers.

          Harry Marshall led Indiana State with 13 points, followed by Jay Tunnell with 12 points. Marico Stinson had 10 points and seven rebounds for the Sycamores.