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Eastern Kentucky Defeats Southeast Missouri State 87-65 - Recap

Eastern Kentucky cruised to victory on Monday, running Southeast Missouri State out of the gym and running up a 87-65 score at Show Me Center.

Eastern Kentucky was the ATS victor, as they covered the -5.0-point spread as a favorite.

Wendell Green Jr. had 23 points for Eastern Kentucky and Tre King chipped in with 15 points. Wendell Green Jr. had 4 assists for them, while Devontae Blanton was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 6 boards.

Southeast Missouri State got 15 points from Chris Harris in a losing cause and another 13 points from Nana Akenten. Chris Harris contributed 7 assists for them, while Nana Akenten had 7 rebounds.

Eastern Kentucky led at halftime, 39-27.

The rebound battle favored Eastern Kentucky as they grabbed 37 boards, while Southeast Missouri State only had 27

Eastern Kentucky looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Belmont. Southeast Missouri State will aim to get back on the winning track at Eastern Illinois.