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Men’s basketball earns 83-61 exhibition win

EVANSVILLE, Ind. – Contributions came from everywhere as the University of Evansville men's basketball team defeated New Mexico Highlands by a final of 83-61 in exhibition play on Saturday afternoon.

Four players finished in double figures for the Aces, who are under the direction of new head coach Walter McCarty. Leading the way was senior Dainius Chatkevicius, who posted 17 points and 8 rebounds, both team highs. K.J. Riley drained seven free throws on his way to a 16-point outing. Marty Hill and John Hall recorded 12 points apiece. Box Score (PDF) Today's game was a great boost for Chatkevicius, whose career-high in scoring came last season at Duke when he finished with 12 points.