ncaab Game Recap
Northern Kentucky Falls 71-56 Against Missouri - Game Recap
Missouri grabbed a 71-56 win over Northern Kentucky on Friday, behind a 19-point effort from Mark Smith at Mizzou Arena.
Missouri was the ATS victor, as they covered the -13.5-point spread as a favorite.
Missouri got 13 points from Jeremiah Tilmon and another 10 points from Mitchell Smith. Xavier Pinson contributed 6 assists, while Mitchell Smith cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.
Northern Kentucky got a 18-point performance from Tyler Sharpe, who was supported by 10 points from Silas Adheke. Jalen Tate had 8 assists in a losing cause for Northern Kentucky, while Trevon Faulkner grabbed 6 rebounds.
Missouri was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
Missouri won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 38-24.
Missouri heads into a battle against Xavier. Northern Kentucky, meanwhile, will have their next action against Coastal Carolina.