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Nebraska-Omaha Mavericks vs Wichita State Shockers Wrap - Wichita State Wins 68-54

Wichita State grabbed a 68-54 win over Nebraska-Omaha on Tuesday, behind a 19-point effort from Trey Wade at Charles Koch Arena.

Wichita State earned a straight-up victory but suffered an ATS defeat in failing to cover the -15.0-point spread.

Dexter Dennis had 17 points for Wichita State and Grant Sherfield chipped in with 12 points. Grant Sherfield had 6 assists for them, while Trey Wade was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.

Nebraska-Omaha got a 16-point performance from Ayo Akinwole, who was supported by 11 points from JT Gibson. Ayo Akinwole had 4 assists in a losing cause for Nebraska-Omaha, while Matt Pile grabbed 15 rebounds.

Wichita State was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.

The rebound battle favored Wichita State as they grabbed 41 boards, while Nebraska-Omaha only had 35

Wichita State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Texas Southern. Nebraska-Omaha will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Midland Lutheran.