ncaab Game Recap
Eastern Washington Falls 84-77 to Missouri - Recap
Eastern Washington was victimized by Caleb Grill for 33 points as Missouri defeated them 84-77 in NCAA action on Monday.
Missouri earned a straight-up victory but suffered an ATS defeat in failing to cover the -18.5-point spread.
Mark Mitchell had 13 points for Missouri and Tamar Bates chipped in with 9 points. Tony Perkins had 5 assists for them, while Caleb Grill was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.
Eastern Washington got 24 points from Andrew Cook in a losing cause and another 20 points from Mason Williams. Mason Williams contributed 5 assists for them, while Nic McClain had 6 rebounds.
Missouri led at halftime, $HalfScore.
Missouri had a 27-26 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Missouri heads into a battle against Mississippi Valley State. Eastern Washington, meanwhile, will have their next action against Cal Poly.