| 1 | 2 | T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| EVAN | 31 | 35 | 66 |
| DRKE | 35 | 43 | 78 |
McGlynn helps Drake pull away early, beat Evansville 78-66
DES MOINES, Iowa -- Nick McGlynn has 20 points and 10 rebounds and Drake pulled away early in the second half for a 78-66 victory over Evansville on Wednesday night.
McGlynn collected his fifth 20-point game and fourth double-double of the season. Tremell Murphy, D.J. Wilkins, and Garrett Sturtz added 11 points apiece, and Noah Thomas chipped in 10 for Drake (15-5, 4-3 Missouri Valley Conference). The Bulldogs have won three of its last four games and improved to 9-1 at home.
John Hall and Marty Hill scored 13 points each to lead Evansville (9-11, 3-4). K.J. Riley added 12 points.
The Bulldogs took the lead for good midway through the first half and built a 35-31 halftime advantage. The Purple Aces stayed within single digits until a 9-2 surge made it 67-48 with about seven minutes left.
Game Information
- Referees:
- Randy Heimerman
- Brad Ferrie
- Gene Grimshaw
2024-25 Missouri Valley Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bradley | 8-1 | - | 17-3 |
| Drake | 6-2 | 1.5 | 16-2 |
| Belmont | 6-3 | 2 | 14-6 |
| Northern Iowa | 6-3 | 2 | 12-8 |
| UIC | 5-3 | 2.5 | 12-6 |
| Murray State | 4-4 | 3.5 | 10-9 |
| Illinois State | 4-5 | 4 | 12-8 |
| Valparaiso | 3-5 | 4.5 | 10-9 |
| Southern Illinois | 3-5 | 4.5 | 8-11 |
| Evansville | 3-5 | 4.5 | 6-13 |
| Indiana State | 3-6 | 5 | 9-11 |
| Missouri State | 0-9 | 8 | 7-13 |
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