| 1 | 2 | T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| MOST | 36 | 32 | 68 |
| SIU | 22 | 31 | 53 |
Prim scores 29 to lead Missouri St. past S. Illinois 68-53
CARBONDALE, Ill. -- — Gaige Prim had a career-high 29 points, 21 rebounds and six assists as Missouri State beat Southern Illinois 68-53 on Wednesday night.
Demarcus Sharp had 10 points and seven rebounds for Missouri State (15-5, 11-5 Missouri Valley Conference), which won its sixth consecutive game.
Lance Jones had 13 points for the Salukis (10-10, 4-10). Ben Harvey added 11 points.
The Bears improve to 2-0 against the Salukis on the season. Missouri State defeated Southern Illinois 65-53 on Feb. 10.
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Game Information
- Referees:
- Gene Grimshaw
- Edward Crenshaw
- Brooks Wells
2024-25 Missouri Valley Conference Standings
| Team | CONF | GB | OVR |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drake | 12-2 | - | 22-2 |
| Bradley | 10-4 | 2 | 19-6 |
| Northern Iowa | 10-4 | 2 | 16-9 |
| Belmont | 9-5 | 3 | 17-8 |
| Illinois State | 7-7 | 5 | 15-10 |
| UIC | 7-7 | 5 | 14-10 |
| Southern Illinois | 7-7 | 5 | 12-13 |
| Indiana State | 6-8 | 6 | 12-13 |
| Murray State | 6-8 | 6 | 12-13 |
| Evansville | 6-8 | 6 | 9-16 |
| Valparaiso | 3-11 | 9 | 10-15 |
| Missouri State | 1-13 | 11 | 8-17 |
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