| 1 | 2 | T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| MTSU | 41 | 52 | 93 |
| MRSH | 41 | 57 | 98 |
Burks carries Marshall over Middle Tennessee 98-93
HUNTINGTON, W.Va. -- C.J. Burks had 20 points as Marshall narrowly beat Middle Tennessee 98-93 on Saturday.
Jon Elmore had 19 points for Marshall (14-13, 7-7 Conference USA), which broke its four-game losing streak. Rondale Watson added 17 points. Jannson Williams had 16 points and three blocks for the hosts.
After a close first half that resulted in the two teams entering the locker room tied at 41-41, the second half was equally hard-fought. Ultimately, Marshall was able to eke out the slim 5-point victory. Both teams set season records for scoring in the second half. The Thundering Herd's 57 points in the second half marked a season high for the home team, while the 52 points in the second half for the Blue Raiders was the best of the season for the visitors.
Antonio Green scored a career-high 31 points for the Blue Raiders (8-19, 5-9). Reggie Scurry scored a career-high 24 points and had nine rebounds. Donovan Sims had 12 points and six rebounds.
The Thundering Herd and the Blue Raiders next play in Conference USA's inaugural bonus-play format with opponents to be determined later Saturday.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Barry Mathis
- Peter Juzenas
- Kelly Davis
2024-25 Conference USA Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| UTEP | 1-0 | - | 11-3 |
| Middle Tennessee | 1-0 | - | 10-4 |
| Western Kentucky | 1-0 | - | 10-4 |
| New Mexico State | 1-0 | - | 8-6 |
| Jacksonville State | 0-0 | 0.5 | 8-5 |
| Kennesaw State | 0-0 | 0.5 | 8-5 |
| Liberty | 0-1 | 1 | 12-2 |
| Louisiana Tech | 0-1 | 1 | 11-3 |
| Sam Houston | 0-1 | 1 | 7-7 |
| Florida International | 0-1 | 1 | 6-8 |
2024-25 Sun Belt Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arkansas State | 2-0 | - | 11-3 |
| South Alabama | 2-0 | - | 10-4 |
| Troy | 2-0 | - | 9-4 |
| Louisiana | 2-0 | - | 4-10 |
| James Madison | 1-1 | 1 | 8-6 |
| Texas State | 1-1 | 1 | 8-6 |
| Georgia Southern | 1-1 | 1 | 8-6 |
| Marshall | 1-1 | 1 | 8-7 |
| Southern Miss | 1-1 | 1 | 6-8 |
| Old Dominion | 1-1 | 1 | 5-9 |
| Coastal Carolina | 0-2 | 2 | 7-7 |
| App State | 0-2 | 2 | 6-7 |
| Georgia State | 0-2 | 2 | 4-10 |
| UL Monroe | 0-2 | 2 | 4-11 |
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