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Men's basketball advances to quarterfinals

The men's basketball team poses for a photo after a 56-50 win over Western Michigan University on Monday in the Convocation Center.

The Huskies' hot shooting did not carry over from their last contest, as they shot just 32.1 percent (17-53) against Western Michigan, but the team’s defense continued to stifle opponents as it has all season. The Huskies held the Broncos to just 35.2 percent (19-54) shooting from the field and 16.7 percent (2-12) from beyond the arc. The team will battle No. 2 seed Ohio University for a place in the semifinals.

Senior guard Travon Baker led the Huskies with 18 points and three steals.