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UIC Downs Missouri State 80-63 - Match Report

Tyem Freeman scored 18 points leading UIC to a 80-63 victory over Missouri State at Great Southern Bank Arena on Tuesday.

UIC was a +2.5-point underdog in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.

Filip Skobalj had 17 points for UIC and Ahmad Henderson II chipped in with 12 points. Sasa Ciani had 6 assists for them, while Tyem Freeman was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 5 boards.

Missouri State got a 17-point performance from Zaxton King, who was supported by 10 points from Michael Osei-Bonsu. Vincent Brady II had 3 assists in a losing cause for Missouri State, while Vincent Brady II grabbed 3 rebounds.

UIC led at halftime, 36-28.

The rebound battle favored UIC as they grabbed 26 boards, while Missouri State only had 13

UIC looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Bradley. Missouri State will aim to get back on the winning track at Southern Illinois.