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Marshall Defeats Morehead State 80-77 - Recap

Marshall grabbed a 80-77 win over Morehead State on Wednesday, behind a 17-point effort from Obinna Anochili-Killen at Cam Henderson Center.

Marshall earned a straight-up victory but suffered an ATS defeat in failing to cover the -11.0-point spread.

Dezayne Mingo had 17 points for Marshall and Wyatt Fricks chipped in with 11 points. Mikal Dawson had 5 assists for them, while Obinna Anochili-Killen was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 10 boards.

Morehead State got a 19-point performance from Tyler Brelsford, who was supported by 18 points from George Marshall. Kenny White Jr. had 4 assists in a losing cause for Morehead State, while Anouar Mellouk grabbed 10 rebounds.

Marshall led at halftime, $HalfScore.

The rebound battle favored Morehead State as they grabbed 35 boards, while Marshall only had 25

Marshall heads into a battle against UNC Wilmington. Morehead State, meanwhile, will have their next action against Ohio.