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Morehead State Defeats Southeast Missouri State 65-59 - Recap
Morehead State got 24 points from Drew Thelwell en route to a 65-59 victory over Southeast Missouri State on Saturday at Show Me Center.
Bettors who backed Morehead State were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +2.5 at sportsbooks.
Morehead State got 13 points from Alex Gross and another 12 points from Branden Maughmer. Drew Thelwell contributed 2 assists, while Alex Gross cleaned the glass with 10 rebounds.
Southeast Missouri State got a 20-point performance from Phillip Russell, who was supported by 14 points from Aquan Smart. Phillip Russell had 3 assists in a losing cause for Southeast Missouri State, while Nate Johnson grabbed 6 rebounds.
Morehead State was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Morehead State as they grabbed 36 boards, while Southeast Missouri State only had 27
Morehead State heads into a battle against Tennessee State. Southeast Missouri State, meanwhile, will have their next action against Eastern Illinois.