| 1 | 2 | T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEM | 36 | 52 | 88 |
| WICH | 40 | 45 | 85 |
Martin scores 37 to carry Memphis over Wichita St. 88-85
WICHITA, Kan. -- Jeremiah Martin had 37 points as Memphis narrowly defeated Wichita State 88-85 on Saturday night.
Martin hit all 14 of his free throw attempts.
Raynere Thornton had 16 points and nine rebounds for Memphis (17-11, 9-6 American Athletic Conference). Kareem Brewton Jr. added 14 points.
Jaime Echenique had 17 points and 12 rebounds for the Shockers (13-13, 6-8). Dexter Dennis added 17 points. Markis McDuffie had 15 points.
The Tigers improve to 2-0 against the Shockers this season. Memphis defeated Wichita State 85-74 on Jan. 3. Memphis faces Temple at home on Tuesday. Wichita State plays Connecticut at home on Thursday.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Tony Greene
- Steven Anderson
- Bill Jacobson
2024-25 American Athletic Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Texas | 5-1 | - | 14-4 |
| UAB | 5-1 | - | 12-7 |
| Memphis | 4-1 | 0.5 | 14-4 |
| Temple | 4-2 | 1 | 12-7 |
| Tulane | 4-2 | 1 | 10-9 |
| Florida Atlantic | 3-3 | 2 | 10-9 |
| South Florida | 3-3 | 2 | 10-9 |
| East Carolina | 3-4 | 2.5 | 11-9 |
| Rice | 2-4 | 3 | 11-8 |
| UTSA | 2-4 | 3 | 8-10 |
| Tulsa | 2-4 | 3 | 8-11 |
| Wichita State | 1-4 | 3.5 | 11-7 |
| Charlotte | 1-6 | 4.5 | 8-12 |
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