VCU stormed into the Windy City and blew past Loyola Chicago, 84-65, which included a big 47-point second-half effort.
VCU improves to 11-4 (1-1 in A-10 play) with this conference road victory.
- Phillip Russell was the star of the show, leading all scorers with 25 points. He was lethal from the field, going 7-of-11 (63.6%), including 5-of-8 from deep, and added six rebounds and three assists to his line.
- Christian Fermin posted a season-high 14 points to go along with four rebounds, making 6-of-8 shots.
- Zeb Jackson contributed with 11 points, knocking down three triples (50%) and providing energy off the bench.
- Jack Clark notched his second double-double of the season, finishing with 12 points and 11 rebounds. He was everywhere—controlling the glass and keeping Loyola off balance.
Second-Half Lockdown
VCU's defense was stifling after halftime, holding Loyola to just 22% shooting (6-of-27) and a cold 3-of-14 from beyond the arc. The Rams clamped down and made sure the Ramblers couldn't find any rhythm.Board Domination
The Rams owned the boards, pulling down 18 offensive rebounds and turning them into a decisive 30-5 advantage in second-chance points. That’s how you capitalize on opportunities!Paint Power
It was a battle in the trenches, but VCU owned the paint, outscoring Loyola 40-22 down low. Whether it was Fermin and Clark finishing strong or Russell slicing through the defense, the Rams made their presence felt.The Run That Sealed It
Midway through the second half, the Rams unleashed a 16-0 run, including nine points from Russell. That stretch turned a tight game into a blowout, and Loyola never recovered.VCU improves to 11-4 (1-1 in A-10 play) with this conference road victory.
