St. Bonaventure is Duquesne’s most frequent all-time opponent and improved its all-time series lead to 73-65. Simmons shot 8 for 11 overall and 4 for 7 from 3-point range for St. Bonaventure. Duquesne entered the game averaging 71.5 points against St. Bonaventure, which was averaging 70.9 against the Dukes. The rebounding battle was nearly dead-even with St. Bonaventure holding a 35-34 edge. When St. Bonaventure gained momentum midway through the second half, Duquesne wilted.