VALPARAISO, Ind. — JuJu Redmond piled up a career-high 37 points Saturday to help Illinois State defeat Valparaiso 85-80 in Missouri Valley Conference women's basketball action.
The Redbirds moved to 15-9 overall and 11-2 in the MVC.
“We knew this was going to be a tough one. This is a good team," ISU coach Kristen Gillespie said. "If you look at their scores, no matter who they’re playing, they’re always right in the game. We are really fortunate to come out of this weekend 2-0 and get another two road wins in conference play.”
Valpo (8-16, 6-7) trailed 61-47 in the third quarter but rallied within two at 77-75 on a Shay Frederick basket with 3:32 remaining.