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Belmont Bruins vs Missouri State Bears Recap - Belmont Wins 74-65
Belmont grabbed a 74-65 win over Missouri State on Wednesday, behind a 22-point effort from Tyler Lundblade at Great Southern Bank Arena.
Belmont won and also put money in the pockets of their supporters by covering the -1.5-point spread as favorites.
Belmont got 15 points from Sam Orme and another 13 points from Jonathan Pierre. Jonathan Pierre contributed 6 assists, while Jonathan Pierre cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.
Missouri State got a 20-point performance from Dez White, who was supported by 18 points from Vincent Brady II. Vincent Brady II had 4 assists in a losing cause for Missouri State, while Michael Osei-Bonsu grabbed 10 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Belmont were victorious, as the score was 34-25 at the break.
Missouri State had a 29-26 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Next game, Belmont takes its act home to face Murray State looking for another win. For Missouri State, they head on the road to face Drake.