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Southern Illinois Falls 62-60 Against Murray State - Game Recap
Murray State got 20 points from JaCobi Wood as they ran past Southern Illinois 62-60 on Wednesday at Banterra Center.
Murray State was a -1.5-point favorite in the win, and managed to turn a profit for their supporters.
Murray State got 14 points from Terence Harcum and another 14 points from Nick Ellington. JaCobi Wood contributed 4 assists, while Nick Ellington cleaned the glass with 8 rebounds.
Southern Illinois got 26 points from Kennard Davis Jr. in a losing cause and another 13 points from Ali Dibba. Damien Mayo Jr. contributed 3 assists for them, while Jarrett Hensley had 11 rebounds.
First-half bettors who backed Murray State were victorious, as the score was $HalfScore at the break.
Southern Illinois won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 35-30.
Murray State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Bradley. Southern Illinois will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Valparaiso.