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Tennessee-Martin Defeats Eastern Kentucky 80-74 - Recap

Tennessee-Martin earned a 80-74 victory over Eastern Kentucky on Friday, getting 20 points from Jacob Crews at Baptist Health Arena.

Jordan Sears had 18 points for Tennessee-Martin and Issa Muhammad chipped in with 14 points. Issa Muhammad had 4 assists for them, while Jacob Crews was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 9 boards.

Eastern Kentucky got a 21-point performance from Leland Walker, who was supported by 13 points from Isaiah Cozart. Devontae Blanton had 4 assists in a losing cause for Eastern Kentucky, while Michael Moreno grabbed 8 rebounds.

First-half bettors who backed Tennessee-Martin were victorious, as the score was 46-37 at the break.

Tennessee-Martin had a 41-40 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.

Tennessee-Martin looks to continue their winning ways next game with a battle against the Prairie View A&M. Eastern Kentucky will aim to get back on the winning track vs. Prairie View A&M.