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Bradley Braves Open 2026–27 Season With 85–41 Win Over Monmouth (IL)

Bradley men’s basketball defeated Monmouth (IL) 85–41 in its season opener Monday in Peoria, Ill.

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Bradley Braves men's basketball opened the 2026–27 season with an 85–41 home win over Monmouth (IL) on Monday in Peoria, Ill.

Ben Thornbrue scored 17 points on 7-of-9 shooting, including 2-of-4 from 3-point range, and made 1-of-3 free throws. Josh Ibukunoluwa added 14 points on 5-of-7 field goals — 3-of-4 from beyond the arc — and collected seven rebounds. Xander Alarie finished with 13 points on 5-of-7 shooting and 2-of-4 free throws, along with six rebounds.

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Cameron Thomas led Monmouth (IL) with 11 points. Jase Whiteman scored eight. LJ Ashby recorded six points, six rebounds, two steals and three blocks.

Bradley hosts Pacific on Saturday in its second game of the season.

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