Antonio Reeves had 19 points and Sy Chatman posted 16 points and seven rebounds as Illinois State got past Quincy 81-63 on Tuesday night.
Kendall Lewis added 12 points for the Redbirds (6-5), while Mark Freeman scored 10.
Illinois State dominated the first half and led 46-22 at the break. The Redbirds' 46 points in the first half marked a season-best for the team.
Silas Crisler had 15 points for the Hawks. Adam Price added 14 points. Reece Efole had nine rebounds.
Illinois State will host Ball State Saturday at 4 pm.