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Missouri State Falls 74-68 to BYU - Recap
BYU earned a 74-68 victory over Missouri State on Saturday, getting 21 points from Alex Barcello at JQH Arena.
BYU was a -1.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
BYU got 17 points from Te'Jon Lucas and another 14 points from Spencer Johnson. Trevin Knell contributed 2 assists, while Caleb Lohner cleaned the glass with 6 rebounds.
Missouri State got a 19-point performance from Jaylen Minnett, who was supported by 17 points from Gaige Prim. Lu'Cye Patterson had 2 assists in a losing cause for Missouri State, while Donovan Clay grabbed 8 rebounds.
BYU was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Missouri State won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 34-30.
BYU looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Utah State. Missouri State will aim to get back on the winning track at Arkansas-Little Rock.