ncaab Game Recap
Missouri Downs Central Michigan 78-68 - Match Report
Javon Pickett scored 18 points leading Missouri to a 78-68 victory over Central Michigan at Mizzou Arena on Tuesday.
Missouri won the battle on the scoreboard, but not at the payout window as they failed to cover the -16.0-point spread.
Missouri got 14 points from Amari Davis and another 14 points from Jarron Coleman. Jarron Coleman contributed 5 assists, while Ronnie DeGray III cleaned the glass with 12 rebounds.
Central Michigan got a 19-point performance from Jermaine Jackson Jr., who was supported by 15 points from Miroslav Stafl. Jermaine Jackson Jr. had 5 assists in a losing cause for Central Michigan, while Brian Taylor grabbed 8 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Missouri were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
Missouri had a 39-27 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Missouri takes its act home to face UMKC looking for another win. For Central Michigan, they head on the road to face DePaul.