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Murray State Downs Illinois State 76-65 - Match Report
Murray State grabbed a 76-65 win over Illinois State on Saturday, behind a 22-point effort from Tevin Brown at CFSB Center.
Murray State won on the scoreboard, but lost at the pay window as they failed to cover the -11.5-point spread.
KJ Williams had 15 points for Murray State and Justice Hill chipped in with 15 points. Tevin Brown had 6 assists for them, while KJ Williams was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 11 boards.
Illinois State got a 16-point performance from Antonio Reeves, who was supported by 15 points from Dusan Mahorcic. Josiah Strong had 5 assists in a losing cause for Illinois State, while Dusan Mahorcic grabbed 9 rebounds.
Murray State was winning at the break before taking care of business in the second half.
The rebound battle favored Murray State as they grabbed 41 boards, while Illinois State only had 28
Murray State looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Austin Peay. Illinois State will aim to get back on the winning track at Ball State.